PJ Salamon
Chief Operations
PJ Salamon is the Co-Founder and COO of Lucent Studios and a member of the Visual Effects Society (VES). He has been recognized with multiple Telly Awards across Art Direction, Animation, and Visual Effects, earning honors in both Gold and Silver categories. Throughout his career, he has contributed to award-winning productions, combining creative leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for developing artists and teams.
With a focus on mentorship, leadership, and creative growth, PJ is dedicated to helping ambitious ideas reach their full potential. Whether guiding artists, overseeing productions, or partnering with clients and creative teams, he works to create environments where creativity and collaboration thrive. Through thoughtful leadership and a commitment to quality, he helps transform complex challenges into impactful visual experiences.
Braden Brunk
Chief Executive
Braden Brunk is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lucent Studios. He has been recognized with multiple Telly Awards, including the People's Choice Gold Telly Award, for work that combines technical craftsmanship with compelling visual storytelling. As a member of the Visual Effects Society (VES), he believes the most impactful work is created when technical artistry serves a greater purpose through storytelling.
At the heart of Braden's work is a passion for storytelling and a belief that meaningful experiences are created through thoughtful collaboration. Whether partnering with filmmakers, brands, or content creators, he is driven by the opportunity to support ambitious visions and help transform them into experiences that inform, inspire, and impact others.
