OUR TEAM
Nate Kresge
Founder | Director of Photography | Executive Producer | Co-Owner
Nate founded GK Visual in 2005. Before storytelling was a buzzword, Nate saw the impact of combining art, emotion, and story to help shape and share clients’ messages. He was named one of Central Pennsylvania Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 (2015) and is a member of the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts. Nate attended Penn State University and earned his degree in film and video production from Full Sail in Winter Park, Florida. Outside of film and photography, Nate has a passion for live music, bourbon, and craft beer. Nate and his wife Alicia love being active with snowboarding, hiking, kayaking, and keeping up with their kids.
Doug Metz
Co-Owner | Head of Post Production
An award-winning editor and motion graphics designer with more than 25 years of experience, Doug is moved by heartwarming stories, and he excels at telling those of our clients. Doug is the GK Team’s resident handyman. If he can’t fix it, it’s time to buy a new one. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Advertising from The University of Akron and an associate degree in Video Production from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. When not editing, you can usually find Doug out by the fire enjoying some craft beer or having some family adventures.
Nick Chohany
Chief Editor
A jack-of-all-trades, Nick has a unique and versatile role at GK Visual. From early-stage meetings to writing, shooting, editing, and marketing for our clients, Nick takes pride in each step of the process. He is an award-winning editor with over 25 years of experience in the video production field. Nick is a graduate of York College of Pennsylvania. When not behind the camera or editing board, he enjoys actively promoting and supporting Harrisburg’s independent music scene. You know Nick drove the company van last when the Phish station is on.
Sean Purcell
Editor and Motion Graphics Artist
Sean is an award-winning editor with more than 15 years of experience. His skills run the gamut from video production to graphic design to sports broadcasting to live event and entertainment production. Sean is a proud Penn State alum. In his free time, Sean is often found playing various adult recreational sports around the Harrisburg area or nursing injuries from said sports. Sean also founded the GK office Fantasy Football League, where he was named ultimate loser and grand champion in the first two years of its existence.
Tom Kristich
Sales And Marketing Manager
Tom brings years of marketing, sales, operations management, and account management experience from his time spent in the graphics, publishing, marketing, and media industries. Always ready to collaborate with clients and teammates, Tom earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Temple University and an associate degree from Harrisburg Area Community College in Web Development and Design. Outside work, you can find Tom playing drums with his band, enjoying a craft beer, and spending time with his wife, family, and friends.
Kelyn Woodard
Photographer | Social Media Manager
Kelyn's passion for storytelling began early when she’d shoot skits on her parents’ camcorder. She went on to graduate from Auburn University with a degree in Visual Media, launching her own freelance photography business, where she captured everything from sporting events to weddings and summer camps. In her free time, Kelyn enjoys practicing yoga, spending time with friends, family, and her cats, and exploring new culinary experiences.