ABOUT US

Why we do what we do.

We exist to create a platform for young creatives to create art in an unrestricted space, as well as create a strong community of artists that help each other.

Quindent is a platform where connection is just as important as creativity. This place has a purpose and calling to make art, but the goal of doing so with supporting everyone. People with a varying set of skills come together to create someone’s dream project, and everyone buys into that dream as if it were their own.

Many of the projects you will see created are those that are birthed through passion. A small idea, a singular piece of a puzzle, or even an indescribable desire is all it takes to begin here. This space is one in which fostering these beautiful things is at the forefront. Encouraging community is the next step, as everyone supports everyone here. This demonstrated by the continuous effort made by each individual person when working. Whether it’s giving fresh and new insight or lending an extra hand, the team is always attempting to support creators, and stick with them on the journey of creating something special.

Matthew Shoup

Co-Owner / Filmmaker / Producer

Matthew Shoup is an award winning Red River Métis-Canadian filmmaker from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He began making films at the age of twelve and hasn't stopped since. He is passionate about using film as a platform to promote Michif culture and language, as well as LGBTQ perspectives. Since founding Quindent in 2019, the organization has gone on to reach audiences around the world.

matthew@quindent.ca

Evan Karamchand

Co-Owner / Videographer / Producer

Evan Karamchand is a Canadian creator from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He has a drive to help everyone around him succeed. He became heavily involved in Quindent as someone who was available to lend a hand on set with anything. From there he fell in love with being a part of people’s artistic processes. He has always been involved in the arts, being part of many stage productions over the years.

evan@quindent.ca

Tessadine Sishuwa

Producer / Filmmaker

Tessadine Sishuwa is a British-born Zambian filmmaker from London, United Kingdom. His journey in film began from childhood, watching movies with his friends and family, he always knew it was what he wanted to do. Over the years he’s shifted into a producer role, as being involved in the creative and logistical aspects of bringing a film to fruition has become his true passion.

tessadine@quindent.ca

Aurélia Gagné

Filmmaker / Actor

Aurélia Gangé is a French-Canadian filmmaker and actor from Winnipeg. She knew she wanted to become a filmmaker when she realized that she was so much more interested in watching the behind-the-scenes footage of movies than the actual movie itself. She has always had a passion for acting for as long as she can remember. She loves being on film sets, helping out however she can, and maintaining a good vibe.

aurelia@quindent.ca

Nat Karamchand

Audio Technician / Composer

Nat Karamchand is a Canadian musician from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He grew up in a very musical household and always had a deep passion for music, scores, and sound. Through a program at a local studio in Winnipeg, he furthered his understanding in recording and mixing. Since then, he has begun a career as a musician, composing musical pieces for Quindent projects, and working as a boom operator.

nat@quindent.ca

Isabel Koch-Schulte

Writer / Producer / Actor

Isabel Koch-Schulte is a writer from Winnipeg.

isabel@quindent.ca

Dylan Nickel

Actor / Creative Consultant

Dylan Nickel is a Franco-Manitoban actor from Winnipeg. He began acting at a young age and has carried that passion with him throughout his journey in the arts. In addition to acting in a majority of Quindent’s productions, he also serves as a trusted Creative Consultant on many projects.

Kira Hewitt

Writer / Producer

Kira Hewitt is a writer from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has always enjoyed writing short stories throughout her life, and now channels that passion into writing scripts for Quindent. She also enjoys being a producer on set, helping to ensure all logistics behind the scenes go according to plan.

kira@quindent.ca

Ben Ringer

Writer / Filmmaker / Crew

Ben Ringer is a writer and filmmaker from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He channels his creative abilities into scriptwriting, songwriting, and short narrative fiction. He enjoys being of assistance on set wherever help is needed.

ben@quindent.ca

Josh Dupuis

Filmmaker / Crew

Josh Dupuis is a Franco-Manitoban filmmaker, born and raised in Winnipeg. As a child, Josh was all about watching movies and going to the theatre with friends and family. Now as an adult, Josh has found his passion in filmmaking and working on films with his friends and community.

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