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Hi, I’m Jacob Daniels, a creative aviation professional with a background in military leadership, engineering, aviation, and filmmaking. I thrive on complex, multidisciplinary projects that demand technical rigor, strategic planning, and clear storytelling. My career blends precise operational discipline with a passion for visual storytelling, enabling me to manage high-stakes productions from concept to delivery. As founder of Mediaverse Studios LLC, I lead a rural Iowa production facility and rental house, coordinating with clients, producers, and crews to deliver high-quality projects. I hold FAA drone and pilot licenses, a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Air Force Academy, and extensive experience across avionics, aerospace, and film production. I’m dedicated to building community through outreach, training, and collaboration with a broader film ecosystem.…Hi, I’m Jacob Daniels, a creative aviation professional with a background in military leadership, engineering, aviation, and filmmaking. I thrive on complex, multidisciplinary projects that demand technical rigor, strategic planning, and clear storytelling. My career blends precise operational discipline with a passion for visual storytelling, enabling me to manage high-stakes productions from concept to delivery. As founder of Mediaverse Studios LLC, I lead a rural Iowa production facility and rental house, coordinating with clients, producers, and crews to deliver high-quality projects. I hold FAA drone and pilot licenses, a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Air Force Academy, and extensive experience across avionics, aerospace, and film production. I’m dedicated to building community through outreach, training, and collaboration with a broader film ecosystem.

Jacob Daniels

Filmmaker, Director of Photography, Film Producer, +4

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Hi, I’m Jacob Daniels, a creative aviation professional with a background in military leadership, engineering, aviation, and filmmaking. I thrive on complex, multidisciplinary projects that demand technical rigor, strategic planning, and clear storytelling. My career blends precise operational discipline with a passion for visual storytelling, enabling me to manage high-stakes productions from concept to delivery. As founder of Mediaverse Studios LLC, I lead a rural Iowa production facility and rental house, coordinating with clients, producers, and crews to deliver high-quality projects. I hold FAA drone and pilot licenses, a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Air Force Academy, and extensive experience across avionics, aerospace, and film production. I’m dedicated to building community through outreach, training, and collaboration with a broader film ecosystem.…Hi, I’m Jacob Daniels, a creative aviation professional with a background in military leadership, engineering, aviation, and filmmaking. I thrive on complex, multidisciplinary projects that demand technical rigor, strategic planning, and clear storytelling. My career blends precise operational discipline with a passion for visual storytelling, enabling me to manage high-stakes productions from concept to delivery. As founder of Mediaverse Studios LLC, I lead a rural Iowa production facility and rental house, coordinating with clients, producers, and crews to deliver high-quality projects. I hold FAA drone and pilot licenses, a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Air Force Academy, and extensive experience across avionics, aerospace, and film production. I’m dedicated to building community through outreach, training, and collaboration with a broader film ecosystem.

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Hi, I’m Jacob Daniels, a creative aviation professional with a background in military leadership, engineering, aviation, and filmmaking. I thrive on complex, multidisciplinary projects that demand technical rigor, strategic planning, and clear storytelling. My career blends precise operational discipline with a passion for visual storytelling, enabling me to manage high-stakes productions from concept to delivery.

As founder of Mediaverse Studios LLC, I lead a rural Iowa production facility and rental house, coordinating with clients, producers, and crews to deliver high-quality projects. I hold FAA drone and pilot licenses, a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Air Force Academy, and extensive experience across avionics, aerospace, and film production. I’m dedicated to building community through outreach, training, and collaboration with a broader film ecosystem.

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Partner/Operator at Mediaverse Studios LLC

June 2, 2023 - Present

Founder and operator of an independent film studio and production facility; coordinating with clients, producers, and crew to deliver multiple projects; oversaw the renovation and operation of an 8,000 sq ft facility on six acres into a fully functional production house; led a team of 13 to build a well-respected organization with outreach, training, and connections to a broader film community.

Senior Avionics Database Specialist at Collins Aerospace

May 1, 2016 - Present

Key aviation data specialist focusing on root-cause analysis and FAA compliance; processed navigation and obstacle data products for Collins Aerospace systems; served as focal for airline customers and coordinated with third-party data suppliers and engineering teams to ensure data quality; established and maintained regulatory compliance objectives governing aviation data suppliers; established training curriculum for data processing, compliance, and customer support within the specialist team.

Captain (Pilot) at United States Air Force

May 2, 2012 - February 2, 2016

Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant after graduation from the United States Air Force Academy; served as pilot and leader, with responsibilities spanning flight operations, leadership roles, and program execution through 2016.

Partner/Operator at Meidaverse Studios LLC

June 2, 2023 - Present

Founder/Partner of an independent film studio and production facility in rural Iowa. Coordinate with clients, producers, and crew to deliver over 30 successful projects (including 2025 deliverables). Lead construction and renovation of an 8,000 sq ft facility on 6 acres into a fully functional production house. Managed a team of 13, building outreach, training programs, and connections to a broader film community.

Captain (s)/Pilot at United States Air Force

May 2, 2012 - February 2, 2016

Commissioned officer and pilot with four years of leadership training and flight operations responsibility. Conducted duties with honor upon completion of service; responsibilities included mission planning, leadership, and operations oversight.