Atomic Swan Films makes movies in Michigan, about Michigan and for the good people of Michigan. We maintain an open-door policy, allowing the residents of Michigan to email or call us with ideas, suggestions, critiques and issues we will address through our films. Our films feature the local legends, lore and lifestyles found in Michigan. We are dedicated to aggressive and avant-garde marketing, NOT including mailing lists and spam, but rather fully utilizing free social media to promote ourselves and our products. As a result, Atomic Swan Films has a strong web presence. Aggressive marketing is having a strong presence and high visibility on the web, in the community and in the industry in which our company operates. Annoying marketing is when a company shows up on the doorstep with a giant billboard and guilt-laced speech. We here at Atomic Swan are dedicated to aggressive marketing, but refuse to force our way into your homes with SPAM, personal visits, robocalls and direct mailing. President: Charles Shaver
VP in Charge of Acquisitions: Tyler Zickafoose
HR Director: Johannah Tan
"Every day on set is an adventure. You keep odd hours; you don't always know where you're going to be and often go to places you've never been before; you don't always know what will be required of you; sometimes you meet new people, other times you cross paths with old friends. It's definitely an exciting lifestyle." ~ Charles Shaver
"Though it is human nature to feel down, though it is only natural to vent, I reject cynicism and negativity as a lifestyle. These things are a cancer for the mind." ~ Charles Shaver
"Revolution is internal; Help yourself at any time" ~ Gogol Bordello
"Good stories well told." ~ Mantra for Atomic Swan Films
"Ya know, there's a difference between dreamin' and visualizin'... Which one are you doin'?" ~ KRS-One
"I don't make art. I make sh*t up along the way and tell tall tales. It's up to the historians to decide whether or not what I've done is art." ~ Charles Shaver
"Everybody is a genius. But, if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its whole life believing it is stupid." ~ Albert Einstein
"I've always maintained creativity is as important as discipline. I wish more big companies would realize that if for no other reason than to increase the mental and physical health of their employees, potentially generating a healthier and happier environment and regional culture. But, then, I'm one of those social entrepreneurs that emphasize making an impact and not just making money." ~ Charles Shaver, Pres. Atomic Swan Films
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act, but a habit." ~ Aristotle
"Be humble, strive hard, tell your stories with unflinching honesty and great care. It will lead us onward. ♥" ~ Charles
"Friendship is everything. Friendship is more than talent. It is more than government. It is almost the equal of family. Never forget that." ~ Don Corleone
"Ideas are great, but their true value lies in the sweat equity you invest making your ideas reality." ~ Charles Shaver, Pres., Atomic Swan Films
