OUR TEAM

PRODUCER / STRATEGIC ADVISORPeter WokwiczPositron Capital Management
Peter Wokwicz is an executive producer and strategic advisor supporting Fermion Studios’ investigative and visual journalism initiatives. He brings experience leading organizations and investments across technology, media, and emerging industries, with a focus on projects that combine innovation, storytelling, and real-world impact. As Executive Producer at Fermion Studios, Peter helps guide long-form documentary and reporting projects from a strategic and operational perspective, supporting the team’s work covering Chicago politics, civic life, and public-interest issues. His background spans leadership roles in technology and investment management, as well as recent experience in film and media production, where he has focused on supporting narrative-driven and socially engaged storytelling.

PRODUCERYajaira Marie Quinto
Yajaira Marie Quinto is a producer, entrepreneur, and visual storyteller whose work spans journalism, documentary reporting, and large-scale media production. A graduate of Columbia College Chicago, she began her career producing narrative and documentary projects before establishing herself within Chicago’s media landscape. Her experience includes leading productions for public-facing campaigns and major brands, while developing a deep understanding of how stories can inform, engage, and impact communities.

LEAD REPORTERKevin ShawKevin Shaw is an award-winning reporter and visual journalist whose work focuses on politics, education, and community issues. As Lead Reporter at Fermion Studios, he leads investigative and documentary reporting projects examining the people and decisions shaping Chicago's future. His documentary Let the Little Light Shine was nominated for both an Emmy Award and a Peabody Award.

CAMERA OPERATOR / PHOTOGRAPHERKeith WalkerKeith Walker is a veteran visual journalist and photographer with extensive experience covering news, public affairs, and documentary stories. As Camera Operator and Photographer at Fermion Studios, he leads visual newsgathering efforts and field coverage across Chicago. His work has contributed to reporting featured by 60 Minutes, Dateline, HBO Real Sports, PBS, NBC, and CBS.

PRODUCER / REPORTERPatrick Ryan Richter
Patrick Ryan Richter is a producer, reporter, and visual journalist focused on politics, civic affairs, and long-form storytelling. At Fermion Studios, he helps lead investigative and documentary reporting projects covering the people and issues shaping Chicago. His background spans documentary production, independent media, and large-scale content development, bringing a producer's perspective to public-interest journalism.

REPORTERAshley Moore
Ashley Moore is a Chicago-based reporter and producer focused on civic affairs, community issues, and public-interest storytelling. At Fermion Studios, she supports investigative and documentary reporting projects through research, field production, and story development. Her background spans documentary, television, and independent media, with a passion for stories that inform, engage, and create meaningful impact.

REPORTERSam Batjes
Sam Batjes is a reporter and production specialist focused on visual journalism and documentary storytelling. Based in Chicago, he supports investigative reporting and field production at Fermion Studios, with experience spanning television, feature films, and independent media. His background in physical production and producing informs his work in field reporting and story development.

JUNIOR REPORTERShannon GuytonShannon Guyton is a junior reporter and emerging visual journalist focused on documentary storytelling and narrative reporting. She supports reporting and production at Fermion Studios, contributing to fieldwork, research, and visual storytelling projects. Her directorial debut, Normal, currently airs on CAN TV.

CAMERA OPERATOR / PHOTOGRAPHERJonathan Flores
Jon Flores is a visual journalist and camera operator with extensive experience in documentary, broadcast, and field production. At Fermion Studios, he supports visual reporting through cinematography, technical execution, and on-the-ground production work. His background spans long-form storytelling and production work for major media organizations across commercial and documentary formats.