who we are.

CK Productions, as a corporation, produces film, music, theatre and creative projects through its various branches; CK Films, CK Theatricals, CK Records, CK Visuals & CK Studios. We have produced over 100 live productions, several films and hours upon hours of media content since our conception on December 13, 2013 in Long Island, New York.

our mission.

At CK Productions, we believe in the power of storytelling to challenge norms, break barriers, and give voice to those who have been marginalized. As an independent multimedia entertainment studio, we are committed to producing authentic and compelling work that represents and empowers underrepresented communities.

As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in celebrating the richness and diversity of human experiences. Together, let us create a world where all voices are heard, where representation is not an exception but the norm, and where the power of storytelling transforms lives.

what does CK mean?

CK stands for ‘Creative Kid,’ honoring the legacy of the late-great Richie Applebaum, who was an acting mentor to our founder, Ethan Felizzari-Castillo. We chose this name to pay homage to Richie, who believed wholeheartedly in the power of imagination and the importance of embracing our inner creativity.

At CK Productions, we strive to embody this belief by approaching every artistic project with the excitement and wonder of a child. Through our name, we convey a deeper message about our commitment to creating a wide range of creative and artistic endeavors, always seeking to challenge conventions and inspire audiences.

Join us in embracing the spirit of the Creative Kid.

 

a dedicated team.

Ethan Felizzari-Castillo

Founder & Head Producer

e. ethan@ckproductionsnewyork.com

p. 917.426.5388

  • Founder & Head Producer

    Pronouns: He/Him/His

    Felizzari-Castillo is a film/theatre producer, director & writer and founder of CK Productions Inc. Felizzari-Castillo, a creative of Salvadoran descent, prides himself in keeping his projects entirely independent and working against all odds to get them made. He studied at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts and has been working professionally in the industry since 2013. Since the start of CK, Ethan has produced over 100 theatrical productions, over 50 music videos, several film and works with recording artists on a daily basis. His credits include La Sangre en Nuestras Venas (Short, CK Films), Turkeys Go on Strike (Musical, CK Theatricals), Abuelo (Short, CK Films) & many more.

    Want to contact Ethan directly? Email ethan@ckproductionsnewyork.com

  • Producer (CK Films)

    Pronouns: She/Her/Hers

    Stefanie has been working in film & creative arts for many years in various roles including as an actress, writer & producer. At CK Films, she oversees all creative projects and new acquisitions. Her current projects include Cosquillas (short), Backyard/Desert (feature) and serving as writer/producer for a new CK Films feature-length project titled, Incompleta.

    Want to contact Stefanie directly? Email stefanie@ckproductionsnewyork.com

  • Creative Director

    Pronouns: She/Her/They/Them

    Rosie Dean is a writer, actress, social media influencer, singer and co-founder of CK Studios. She graduated with a degree in Drama from at NYU Tisch and since been a working actress, a recording artist, and an up and coming business-woman all while having a whopping 310k+ followers on TikTok.

    Rosie has been working with CK since June of 2021 and has been a leading force behind CK Films’ ventures into the world of feature films. Her goal is to tell inclusive stories by a wide-range of diverse storytellers of all backgrounds.

    Want to contact Rosie directly? Email rosie@ckproductionsnewyork.com

  • CK Studios Partner & Film Producing Partner (via FLESH)

    Pronouns: He/Him/His

    Adam Del Valle (aka ÖZÑ VALLE) is a Latino-American writer, fundraiser, recording artist, graphic designer & producer based in New York City. Since founding the NYC based creative collective, known as FLESH in 2020, Adam and his partners have worked together on various projects ranging from fashion, music and most recently film. Drawing inspiration from various genres of music, cinema, literature and life in the city that never sleeps, Adam seeks to honor the art that has made him who he is by bringing his unique perspective to the mediums that shape our culture.

    Adam is a proud operating partner of CK Studios and hopes to continue their mission to bring accessible creative spaces throughout the world.

  • Assistant Director & Producer

    Pronouns: He/Him/His

    Robert Eberle, a Long Island-native, is a producer, singer and frequent collaborator of CK Productions Inc. His work with CK Films, CK Records and the greater CK Productions company has been vast since 2017. He has been one of the leaders into CK Films’ expansion in music video production and one of the pioneers of the entire CK Records branch. Eberle is a familiar face at CK. He started as an actor in CK Theatricals’ amateur productions and has evolved into a true executive in his own right. Eberle’s goal is to impact million of people worldwide with his original music and his projects he produces through CK.

  • Producer & Operations

    Pronouns: He/Him/His

    For anyone who has frequented CK Studios or has hung around CK Films or CK Records projects, you probably know Zachary Zambuto (aka Zack). Zambuto has been an integral part of the CK family for years and has worn many hats. He was a co-founder of the Afterglow: Music Festival (presented by CK Records), has worked on management teams for artists, has served as a producer for many CK Films music videos and has even worked as a bartender for CK Studios (true story). Without Zambuto and his vast skills, CK would not be where it is today.

  • Operations & Crews

    Pronouns: She/Her

    Emily Arevalo is an Assistant Producer, Make Up artist and creative with CK Productions Inc. since 2016. We are ecstatic to consistently welcome Arevalo in new and unique roles to our operations team and various crews for creative projects.

  • Producer (CK Films)

    Pronouns: He/Him/His

    Ryan has been working with CK since the ladder half of 2022. Since joining, he has led teams as a producer for various CK Films projects both in production & in pre-production. He is currently serving as a producer on several shorts & features for CK.