Troy Guthrie
Hi there, my name is Troy Guthrie, and I’m a producer, production manager and the owner of TBT Productions based in Los Angeles, California. I’ve been living and working in the LA area since graduating from Chapman University. In 2018 I founded TBT Productions - a full-service production company specializing in film & commercial production, industrial training videos, marketing videos as well as live event production. We bring a wealth of experience and expertise to every project we work on from initial budget breakdown to final delivery. A long list of crew members and professional vendor relationships allows us to take on projects of all sizes and types.
With over ten years of experience in the industry as a freelance producer, line producer, and production manager I’ve worked for companies that include Seven Bucks Digital Studios, Tilt Creative, Semler Scientific, MasterKey Productions, Antech Diagnostics, Opus Movie LLC, Liquid Light Productions, Storyform Inc, Digital Domain 3.0, Studio 71, Awesomeness TV, Imprezario Entertainment, 7ate9 Entertainment, Boardwalk Entertainment and A. Smith & Co.
One of my recent achievements is producing several videos for YouTube’s MrBeast including the company’s largest projects yet, with a budget of over $4 million. We successfully created both videos on-time, under-budget and enjoyed “the smoothest running set the company ever experienced.” The videos for MrBeast have already garnered over 420 million view and counting. Other major accomplishments include managing a $1 million Union/SAG commercial with Elizabeth Olsen and MISSHA Cosmetics and being the preferred vendor for Semler Scientific & Antech Diagnostics.
My team and I are committed to delivering high-quality results for every project we work on whether it's a commercial production, new media project, narrative, training and marketing materials. If you need help building a budget, managing a production, or bringing your ideas to life TBT Productions has the required skills and experience to get the job done.
We’ve been all over…
…and there’s still so far to go.
Meet Our Team
Kyle Kruse - Producer
Kyle is a veteran of the US Navy (02-12) and obtained his MFA from Ohio university in 2015. He has been cutting his teeth in Los Angeles since 2015 working with production companies such as Stray Angel Films, Gadfly Productions and Tilt Creative as a Producer, Line Producer and Production Manager. Kyle enjoys focusing on character-driven stories and has a wealth of commercial experience for blue-chip clients such as Audi, Subaru, Toyota, Nike, Vanity Fair and Fender to name a few. Kyle recently relocated to Detroit, Michigan and is ready to help you bridge the gap between client and production when bringing dreams to the screens.
Ethan Landry - Director
Philadelphia native Ethan Landry has been a creative force in Los Angeles since 2008, armed with a Bachelor's in Communications from the University of Miami. Ethan's directorial prowess is evident in his ability to craft compelling narratives, with multiple award-winning short films under his belt. His creative vision extends seamlessly into the commercial and corporate arena, where he has led premiere campaigns for industry leaders, including veterinary giant Antech Diagnostics.
What sets Ethan apart is his extensive background both in front of and behind the camera, allowing him to blend cinematic and emotional elements effortlessly. This unique perspective shines in narrative storytelling and brings a distinct touch to commercial and corporate settings. With Ethan Landry at the helm, your project isn't just a production—it's an artfully crafted story poised to come to life.
Brendan Merrill - Post Production
Brendan was born in Washington D.C. and grew up on the east coast before receiving his undergraduate degree in Communications at the University of Miami. He recently Co-Produced the groundbreaking feature UNDER MY SKIN starring Liv Hewson (Yellowjackets) and Alex Russell (S.W.A.T.) and released his own feature MADE IN CHINA which he wrote, produced and directed.
Brendan has produced several other feature films, edited award-winning commercial campaigns and helped create award-winning shorts for forward-thinking companies like OfSubstance. He’s worked on films and TV in post for companies like Nickelodeon, Peacock, PostScript Creative, Netflix, Observatory, Paramount Plus and HBO. He is now show-running a TV program on the east coast and is assisting companies with development, pitch deck creation and post-production supervision.
