Jennifer Eakins

as Chloe

Jennifer started acting in the Hamilton Southeastern High School theater program and was a member of the Thespian Troupe for four years. Her experience includes roles in Annie, Lost in Yonkers, and Guys and Dolls. Along with acting, Jennifer studied dance where she learned Ballroom, Jazz, Tap, and Ballet.

Now a sophomore attending Ball State University, she pursues her degree in Interior Design. Jennifer belongs to the Phi Mu Fraternity, and is very active at the university. Pray for Dawn is her first feature film.

Bob Goodpaster

as Chuck

Bob was born in Anderson, Indiana. After receiving a bachelors degree from Purdue University Bob has moved to Indianapolis and currently works as a DJ. Bob spends most of his time working towards his MBA in Business Management attending Wesleyan University.

Pray for Dawn was Bob's first experience in front of a camera. After the completion of the film he expressed interest in not only continuing down the path of an actor, but working with casting, and producing.

W. Joseph Greffey

as Bane, Director

W.J. was born in Indianapolis, IN. His love for acting began in the fourth grade when he landed the lead role in the musical, "The Electric Sunshine Man".

In high school he spent four years in the drama club, and decided he would pursue a professional acting career. He majored in Theater Fine Arts Performance attending N.O.V.A in Northern Virginia. From there he would transfer to Ball State University.

After leaving school he landed roles in many theatrical productions including, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and A Christmas Carol.

His first feature film role was as an extra in The Pelican Brief. After appearing in four feature films, including Standalone and Brainwrap, W.J. decided to work behind the camera. Pray for Dawn is his directorial debut.

Jeremy Hamilton

Director of Photography

Jeremy was born in Wilmington, NC. After High School he enrolled at the Indian River College, pursuing a degree in Theatre Fine Arts Performance with a minor in Photography. After leaving school he worked as a free lance photographer.

Jeremy moved to Florida to continue his career in photography. Soon Photography wasn't enough, and he moved to the Midwest looking for a change. Jeremy tried his hand at cinematography in the film Greener Pastures in 2007 and most recently became the Director of Photography for Pray for Dawn.

Drew Hansgen

Cinematographer

Drew was born in Danville, IL and attended Illinois State University where he received a degree in Broadcast Communications with a minor in History.

Drew moved to Indianapolis, Indiana where he now works in restaurant management. When time allows, he works with Indy Filmmakers as a cinematographer. His work includes such films as, Recurrence, Sidetracked, and Pushing Fate.

He was approached to work as cinematographer in the film Pray for Dawn and soon moved to an acting role as well. Drew plans to continue working behind and in front of the camera in future projects.

Doug Hardy

Assistant Director, Stunts

Doug was born in Westville, IL. While growing up he spent most of his time playing basketball and football with the hopes of one day playing in college. A serious injury sustained his senior year in high school changed all of that.

He attended Illinois State University studying business. Upon leaving school, Doug moved to Indianapolis, IN. Doug was the lead singer and co-founder of the band "Titus" (now known as "Project Hero").

Doug works in property management and joined Writers of the Storm, LLC in 2006. Doug accepted the job of Assistant Director on the project Pray for Dawn and with a strange twist of fate also became a stunt man in the same film. Doug wishes to pursue a career in acting.

Suzanna Hartzell-Baird

as Michelle

Suzanna is an actress specializing in horror and thriller films. She earned her undergraduate degree in finance and accounting from the Kelly School of Business at IUPUI where she graduated first in her class. Suzanna then attended law school at Indiana University Indianapolis. Acting has become part of her life, and has allowed her to explore her creative side. Suzanna is currently writing a trashy futuristic science fiction novel, which she highly recommends purchasing upon its release.

Larry E. Jones Jr.

as Deputy Taggart

Larry works both as a professional actor and as a Federal Police Officer in Indianapolis, IN. Holding down both jobs and caring for his family leaves Larry with little time for himself. What time he does have he spends at the gym.

Larry has several walk on roles in films and television. His latest roles have been in The Dark Knight, The Beast with Patrick Swayze, ER, and starring roles in both Hell Walks The Earth and Pray For Dawn.

Amanda Schroeder

as Shelly

Amanda was born in Joiliet, Illinois, but has lived most of her life in Anderson, Indiana. After attending the Ambers School of Cosmetology Amanda found a home with the Clipzone salon, where she holds the title of Educator and Master Designer. Amanda enjoys spending time with her five year-old daughter, and when times allows, she displays her talents in singing, playing the piano, painting and sketch drawing.

Pray For Dawn is Amanda's first feature film and hopefully not her last. She has a genuine passion for film making and looks forward to pursuing an acting career.

David Jonathan Syczylo

as Kyle

David was inspired as a child by watching Star Wars and Return of the Jedi to pursue a career in the visual arts entertainment field. Growing up he would build anything he could, using materials from Legos to cardboard boxes and tubes. He soon moved to model building and has become a successful prop builder and costume designer.

David started his educational training at the Herron School for Art in Indianapolis. From there he progressed to Visual Communications-Multimedia Specialty while attending both IUPUI and Ivy Tech State College, where he graduated with honors. David has explored moving from behind the camera to in front and wishes to continue along this path. He has also been an extra in The Dark Knight, The Beast television series and has worked on several independent projects.