About Us
Frostline Studios is a full-service digital media production house in Anchorage, Alaska.
Frostline’s mission is to entertain and inspire people all over the world, to help us all to live fulfilled lives with compassion and grace. We produce films and music that lift the human spirit, with an unwavering vision for a better world.
Meet the Team
We are a diverse group of artists, storytellers, musicians, and lovers of life. Our clarity of vision gives us the ability to identify challenges and find solutions with open minds, creative thought, and captivating storytelling.
Richard Cooper
Founder, Executive Producer, Creative Director
he/him
Richard is a 5-time Emmy® Award Winning Director, Post-Production Supervisor, Editor, Director of Photography, and Part 107 licensed drone pilot. He began his career as a touring bassist interested in scoring films and, in pursuit of that dream, discovered video production. Originally from Haines, Alaska, Richard’s passion for audiovisual storytelling has brought him all over the 49th State and beyond, and led him to found Frostline in 2009 with a vision to entertain and inspire people all over the world.
Richard’s work in both production and post-production includes multiple Emmy® Award winning Ketchikan Story Project, There’s No Place Like Nome (Emmy Award Winner for Cinematography), Winter Project (Mountain Festival Grand Jury Prize; Hybrid Color), Boneyard Alaska (GlacierFilms), and more. His exceptional creative vision and storytelling abilities have also been recognized for his craft with 3 Telly Awards and 2 Aurora Awards.
Richard went to school for Music Education & Performance at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and considers himself a life-long student of music and film. His dedication to his craft, deep-seated generosity, and clarity of vision have transformed Frostline into a team of high-powered creatives. When Richard gets some free time, you’ll find him spending time with his family or composing music, and in the summer you can find him on the golf course or fishing on the Kenai River.
Derek Haukaas
Senior Audio Engineer
he/him
Derek’s passion for helping artists’ voices shine via top-quality audio in both music and film has earned him 2 Emmy® Awards and a Rasmuson Individual Artist Award. He’s a sorcerer of sound down in Studio A, where all the audio magic happens.
Derek has travelled the state as a Location Sound Operator with British comedy host Sue Perkins for BBC Channel 5, engineered vocals with Portugal. The Man, and run ADR sessions for HBO’s True Detectives: Night Country. Beyond those, his extensive list of credits include film projects such as The Great North (FOX), Alaska Daily (ABC), Sweet Tooth (Netflix), and North of North (CBC, Netflix); podcasts like REI’s Wild Ideas Worth Living and James Dommek Jr.’s Alaska is the Center of the Universe; and work with musicians such as Ya Tseen, Taylor Dallas Vidic, Medium Build, Josh Ritter, and many more.
His passion for music started in his childhood, growing up in rural Alaska. He loves living in Alaska and is inspired by the the state, its people, and culture. After graduating with a degree in Music Performance, Derek has dedicated his life to serving Alaska’s musicians through his work. In his time off (and often while on the clock, too) Derek can be found jamming out behind one of his seven drum kits. When not playing music, he enjoys eating good food, four-wheeling, and subsistence hunting and gathering with his family.
Audra Henderson
Producer, Video Project Manager
she/her
Audra’s unique ability to see both the forest and the trees at the same time makes her a powerful addition to any production. Audra’s over 20 years of experience producing began on the research team at the Late Show with David Letterman, and continued with productions such as Life Below Zero (NatGeo) and Alaskan Bush People (Discovery).
Whether working on major network projects for Discovery or CBS; branded content for companies like SEARHC or Dell; or mission-driven films like COLOR (All The Way Around Productions) and People vs. Politics (Fluent Knowledge, currently in post-production); Audra leads projects from concept to post-production with strong creative vision, exceptional organization, and extraordinary attention to detail. Her talent for managing complex logistics in remote locations combined with her deep curiosity and thoughtfulness ensure the vision for each project she works on shines through.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Audra holds a BA in Communication from Pennsylvania State University, a Master’s Degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage, and a certification as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Her lifelong commitment to growth, wellness, and connection inspired her to write, produce, and direct a docu-style series on health, wellness, and travel that is currently in production. Beyond her passion for telling inspirational stories that matter, Audra enjoys the outdoors, dancing, and live music.
Hannah Pratt
Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist
she/her
Hannah is a 2-time Emmy® Award winning filmmaker and Part 107 licensed drone pilot, specializing in creating impactful imagery through cinematography, editing, and color grading. Her interest in filmmaking began in the era of Blockbuster DVDs and their special features. Often more interested in how the film was made than the film itself, she would spend hours watching and re-watching the behind the scenes of her favorite movies. Inspired by the process of making movie magic, Hannah went to California College of the Arts and earned a BFA in Film.
Her first project after graduating was editing the feature-length documentary Joe238, which earned her a Donate Life Hollywood Inspire Award after an extensive jaunt around the film festival circuit. Some of Hannah’s other credits include Adventure for Ava (Wake One), The Goldbelt Artist Spotlight Series, Bloody Shame (CK Productions), The Last Call in the North (Go North Films) and COLOR (All The Way Around Productions).
Hannah’s unending curiosity allows her to get to the heart of whatever story she’s telling – whether that’s documentary, narrative, or commercial. Her love for the outdoors, learning, and travel fuel her passion for filmmaking, and she aims to tell stories that uplift, inspire, and entertain.
Courtney Dean
Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Motion Graphics Artist
she/her
Courtney is an Emmy® Award winning editor, cinematographer, colorist, and motion graphics artist. Her innate sense of timing and story, along with her sharp eye for detail, make her unequaled as an editor. Her passion for cinema runs deep, and that care for her craft is evident in everything she does.
Since receiving a BS in Cinematic Arts, Courtney has worked on numerous short and feature films, podcasts, and music videos. Her early experience editing for YouTube content creators like Sarah Schauer, Brittany Broski, and Jessica Nigri, honed her exceptional efficiency as an editor. More recently, her editing talent was recognized with an Emmy® Award for her work on Adventure for Ava (Wake One).
Courtney has been awed by the care and effort that goes into telling a story through film since she was a kid, watching the special features on DVDs. When she’s not at work making films, she loves watching movies at home or at the theater. In the rare moments Courtney isn’t doing something film related, she’s probably reading, gaming, or going on adventures with her partner and her dog, Keke.
Mantha Pratt
Comms & Studio Manager, Production Coordinator
they/them
Mantha’s love of storytelling in all its forms started young, with adventures in books and Alaska’s great outdoors. It grew into a deep curiosity about people, cultures, and the way we communicate that led them to pursue a BA in Communications from Lewis & Clark College.
Like everyone on the Frostline team, Mantha wears many hats. Their knack for organization and designing solutions to stubborn problems keeps Frostline running smoothly so that the rest of the team can focus on doing what they do best. In addition to administrative tasks and production coordination, Mantha manages Frostline’s online presence, and occasionally joins the creative team as a graphic designer. They write our blog and produce our podcast, Hold for Sound: Let’s Talk Media Production.
At home, they enjoy going on dog walks, discovering new and local music, and baking pies.
Eric Wickenheiser
Assistant Audio Engineer, Instrumentalist
he/him
As the newest member of the Frostline team, Eric is excited to continue his life-long musical journey by helping others realize their own creative ideas. He has a degree in Music Performance (Classical Guitar) from Eastern Michigan University and 20 years of music teaching experience, during which he produced Olivia Bayless’ debut album, Seven (at Frostline Studios).
Eric joined the team shortly after finishing that album. He brings joyful and positive energy wherever he goes – whether that be in the studio or on the mountainside on one of his many epic outdoor adventures. A performer and teacher by trade, Eric loves writing music with friends and being outside every chance he gets. He is honored to call Alaska his home.
Richard Cooper
Founder, Executive Producer, Creative Director
he/him
Derek Haukaas
Senior Audio Engineer
he/him
Audra Henderson
Video Project Manager & Producer
she/her
RICHARD COOPER is a 5-time Emmy® Award Winning Director, Post-Production Supervisor, Editor, Director of Photography, and Part 107 licensed drone pilot. He began his career as a touring bassist interested in scoring films and, in pursuit of that dream, discovered video production. Originally from Haines, Alaska, Richard’s passion for audiovisual storytelling has brought him all over the 49th State and beyond, and led him to found Frostline in 2009 with a vision to entertain and inspire people all over the world.
Richard’s work in both production and post-production includes multiple Emmy® Award winning Ketchikan Story Project, There’s No Place Like Nome (Emmy Award Winner for Cinematography), Winter Project (Mountain Festival Grand Jury Prize; Hybrid Color), Boneyard Alaska (GlacierFilms), and more. His exceptional creative vision and storytelling abilities have also been recognized for his craft with 3 Telly Awards and 2 Aurora Awards.
Richard went to school for Music Education & Performance at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and considers himself a life-long student of music and film. His dedication to his craft, deep-seated generosity, and clarity of vision have transformed Frostline into a team of high-powered creatives. When Richard gets some free time, you’ll find him spending time with his family or composing music, and in the summer you can find him on the golf course or fishing on the Kenai River.
DEREK HAUKAAS‘s passion for helping artists’ voices shine via top-quality audio in both music and film has earned him 2 Emmy® Awards and a Rasmuson Individual Artist Award. He’s a sorcerer of sound down in Studio A, where all the audio magic happens.
Derek has travelled the state as a Location Sound Operator with British comedy host Sue Perkins for BBC Channel 5, engineered vocals with Portugal. The Man, and run ADR sessions for HBO’s True Detectives: Night Country. Beyond those, his extensive list of credits include film projects such as The Great North (FOX), Alaska Daily (ABC), Sweet Tooth (Netflix), and North of North (CBC, Netflix); podcasts like REI’s Wild Ideas Worth Living and James Dommek Jr.’s Alaska is the Center of the Universe; and work with musicians such as Ya Tseen, Taylor Dallas Vidic, Medium Build, Josh Ritter, and many more. His passion for music started in his childhood, growing up in rural Alaska. He loves living in Alaska and is inspired by the the state, its people, and culture. After graduating with a degree in Music Performance, Derek has dedicated his life to serving Alaska’s musicians through his work. In his time off (and often while on the clock, too) Derek can be found jamming out behind one of his seven drum kits. When not playing music, he enjoys eating good food, four-wheeling, and subsistence hunting and gathering with his family.
AUDRA HENDERSON‘s unique ability to see both the forest and the trees at the same time makes her a powerful addition to any production. Audra’s over 20 years of experience producing began on the research team at the Late Show with David Letterman, and continued with productions such as Life Below Zero (NatGeo) and Alaskan Bush People (Discovery).
Whether working on major network projects for Discovery or CBS; branded content for companies like SEARHC or Dell; or mission-driven films like COLOR (All The Way Around Productions) and People vs. Politics (Fluent Knowledge, currently in post-production); Audra leads projects from concept to post-production with strong creative vision, exceptional organization, and extraordinary attention to detail. Her talent for managing complex logistics in remote locations combined with her deep curiosity and thoughtfulness ensure the vision for each project she works on shines through.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Audra holds a BA in Communication from Pennsylvania State University, a Master’s Degree from the University of Alaska Anchorage, and a certification as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Her lifelong commitment to growth, wellness, and connection inspired her to write, produce, and direct a docu-style series on health, wellness, and travel that is currently in production. Beyond her passion for telling inspirational stories that matter, Audra enjoys the outdoors, dancing, and live music.
Hannah Pratt
Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist
she/her
Courtney Dean
Cinematographer, Editor, Colorist, Motion Graphics Artist
she/her
Mantha Pratt
Comms & Studio Manager, Production Coordinator
they/them
Eric Wickenheiser
Assistant Audio Engineer, Instrumentalist
he/him
HANNAH PRATT is a 2-time Emmy® Award winning filmmaker and Part 107 licensed drone pilot, specializing in creating impactful imagery through cinematography, editing, and color grading. Her interest in filmmaking began in the era of Blockbuster DVDs and their special features. Often more interested in how the film was made than the film itself, she would spend hours watching and re-watching the behind the scenes of her favorite movies. Inspired by the process of making movie magic, Hannah went to California College of the Arts and earned a BFA in Film.
Her first project after graduating was editing the feature-length documentary Joe238, which earned her a Donate Life Hollywood Inspire Award after an extensive jaunt around the film festival circuit. Some of Hannah’s other credits include Adventure for Ava (Wake One), The Goldbelt Artist Spotlight Series, Bloody Shame (CK Productions), The Last Call in the North (Go North Films) and COLOR (All The Way Around Productions).
Hannah’s unending curiosity allows her to get to the heart of whatever story she’s telling – whether that’s documentary, narrative, or commercial. Her love for the outdoors, learning, and travel fuel her passion for filmmaking, and she aims to tell stories that uplift, inspire, and entertain.
COURTNEY DEAN is an Emmy® Award winning editor, cinematographer, colorist, and motion graphics artist. Her innate sense of timing and story, along with her sharp eye for detail, make her unequaled as an editor. Her passion for cinema runs deep, and that care for her craft is evident in everything she does.
Since receiving a BS in Cinematic Arts, Courtney has worked on numerous short and feature films, podcasts, and music videos. Her early experience editing for YouTube content creators like Sarah Schauer, Brittany Broski, and Jessica Nigri, honed her exceptional efficiency as an editor. More recently, her editing talent was recognized with an Emmy® Award for her work on Adventure for Ava (Wake One).
Courtney has been awed by the care and effort that goes into telling a story through film since she was a kid, watching the special features on DVDs. When she’s not at work making films, she loves watching movies at home or at the theater. In the rare moments Courtney isn’t doing something film related, she’s probably reading, gaming, or going on adventures with her partner and her dog, Keke.
MANTHA PRATT‘s love of storytelling in all its forms started young, with adventures in books and Alaska’s great outdoors. It grew into a deep curiosity about people, cultures, and the way we communicate that led them to pursue a BA in Communications from Lewis & Clark College.
Like everyone on the Frostline team, Mantha wears many hats. Their knack for organization and designing solutions to stubborn problems keeps Frostline running smoothly so that the rest of the team can focus on doing what they do best. In addition to administrative tasks and production coordination, Mantha manages Frostline’s online presence, and occasionally joins the creative team as a graphic designer. They write our blog and produce our podcast, Hold for Sound: Let’s Talk Media Production.
At home, they enjoy going on dog walks, discovering new and local music, and baking pies.
As the newest member of the Frostline team, Eric is excited to continue his life-long musical journey by helping others realize their own creative ideas. He has a degree in Music Performance (Classical Guitar) from Eastern Michigan University and 20 years of music teaching experience, during which he produced Olivia Bayless’ debut album, Seven (at Frostline Studios).
Eric joined the team shortly after finishing that album. He brings joyful and positive energy wherever he goes – whether that be in the studio or on the mountainside on one of his many epic outdoor adventures. A performer and teacher by trade, Eric loves writing music with friends and being outside every chance he gets. He is honored to call Alaska his home.
Our Core Values
Creativity and learning above all else.
Take the time to do it right.
Uplift everyone.
Honest communication with integrity and respect.
What Makes Us Unique
Unparalleled quality and creative vision.
Team: motivated, tight-knit, organized.
Alaska based, international reach.
We have over twenty years of award-winning video and audio production experience. We work on feature-length films, documentaries, TV shows, national and regional corporate branding campaigns, broadcast TV and radio commercials, music, audiobooks—in short: if you can dream it, we can do it.
Founded in 2009 by Rich Cooper, Frostline works with some of Alaska’s biggest advertising agencies, as well as national and international clients like the BBC, HBO, Fox Animation, and National Geographic.
Our clients love working with us, whether they are in the studio here in Anchorage, or directing a session via remote phone patch from LA, New York, or London.
Our shoots take us as far north as Utqiagvik, as far south as Ketchikan (and the Lower 48), as well as everywhere in between.
When not travelling, you can find us at our studio in Anchorage, Alaska. Our 5800 square foot facility has multiple top-of-the-line edit suites, a cyc wall, and a full-service sound studio equipped to record and mix your project for Dolby Atmos.
We would love to hear your story!
Community Involvement
Community and social impact are at the core of what we do. To that end, we are proud sponsors of Adventure for Ava and MusicAlaska, non-profits whose work aligns with our mission to entertain and inspire people all over the world, to help us live fulfilled lives with compassion and grace.
Adventure for Ava is a nonprofit program focused on families with special needs. They provide safe and accessible adventures for families to make memories, documenting their experience and sharing their inspiring stories with the world.
Frostline assists Adventure for Ava’s director, Dan Redfield, in producing inspiring videos of these safe and accessible outdoor adventures that the families can cherish forever.
MusicAlaska / the Alaska Independent Musician’s Initiative (AKIMI) elevates Alaska music and supports Alaskan musicians. Frostline assists MusicAlaska in their mission to provide accessible and inclusive programing to a statewide audience.
Nellie Clay performs at the CD Baby DIY Musician Conference in 2018. Photo by Meredith Bless.
Alaska Music Summit 2024. Photo by Lauren Langford.
Radiophonic Jazz at CD Baby’s 2019 DIY Musician’s Conference. Photo via MusicAlaska.
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