Kelvin Redvers, a celebrated and accomplished individual, has made a significant impact in the film industry as a filmmaker and actor, hailing from the quaint town of Hay River, situated in the Northwest Territories, Canada.
From a tender age, Kelvin exhibited a profound passion for video production, which ultimately led him to establish his own production company, Crosscurrent Productions, at the remarkably young age of 15.
This entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with his creative drive, enabled him to collaborate with his classmates on short film projects, which would later on garner widespread recognition and accolades at prestigious film festivals both nationally and internationally.
Notable among his numerous creative endeavors is the 35-minute film "Sheep", a masterpiece crafted by his youthful hands at the tender age of 16, which went on to receive the prestigious Golden Starfish Award at the esteemed Hamptons International Film Festival in New York.
Redvers' relentless pursuit of academic excellence led him to enroll at Simon Fraser University, where he devoted himself to the rigorous pursuit of a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, with a major focus on Film Production.
After completing his university education, Redvers embarked on a notable career path by joining the esteemed Indigenous current affairs program "First Story" as a producer and director. His inaugural episode, titled "Black Blood," garnered significant recognition, earning a prestigious Jack Webster Award and the RTNDA Trina McQueen Award for Best News Information Program in British Columbia. Throughout his three-season tenure at the show, Redvers accumulated an impressive collection of journalism awards, totalling five in number, including a second Jack Webster Award, solidifying his reputation as a talented and accomplished media professional.
Redvers left a lasting impression on the prestigious world of major film festivals with the significant and notable narrative short film "The Dancing Cop," which made its highly anticipated debut at the renowned Toronto International Film Festival and subsequently made its way to the esteemed Oldenburg International Film Festival, where it was showcased to a global audience.
Redvers, a prolific television creator, conceptualized the groundbreaking documentary series "High Arctic Haulers", which premiered on CBC primetime television in September 2019, captivating audiences nationwide.
In addition to conceptualizing the series, Redvers took on the roles of Consulting Producer and Director, bringing his unique vision to life on the small screen.
Simultaneously, Redvers co-created the influential We Matter Campaign, a collaborative effort with his sister Tunchai, a national multi-media and social media initiative aimed at providing support and resources to Indigenous youth struggling with mental health issues.
This impactful campaign has garnered a massive following, boasting tens of thousands of devotees and millions of online views, a testament to Redvers' dedication to promoting mental wellness and amplifying Indigenous voices.
Redvers' dedication to his craft is unwavering as he pours his heart and soul into the development of his debut feature film, his passion and expertise steadily solidifying his reputation as a preeminent and accomplished figure within the realms of film and television.
