Learn More About Chris
Chris Shoemaker is the passionate and principle driven founder/lead creative of Acts of Creation.
He is a serial social entrepreneur, focused on assisting newly forming and established companies solve problems that generate stronger profits and enhance people’s quality of life.
Since the founding Acts of Creation (Hawaii - 1990), Chris established other successful companies including Freshi Films, LLC and Freshi Learning Online, a media arts learning academy for youth and adults, The Claus Family Christmas, LLC, a holiday-themed publishing company, and the International Family Film Festival (IFFF), a 26 year non-profit organization based in Hollywood, CA.
He administrates, writes, directs, consults, publishes and produces for a wide array of educational and entertainment projects. They include educational initiatives, theme parks, live events, touring exhibits, family entertainment centers, web design and production, corporate branding & training, sponsorship development and film festival production.
Chris has extensively lived and traveled abroad, and brings an international, inclusive, and pluralistic perspective to his work.
Receiving the Independent Publisher’s Award, New York, New York
L to R: Rob Paulsen (voice of Pinky in Pinky and the Brain), Voice casting director Andrea Romano, Kevin Conroy (voice of Batman in the Batman Animated Series), Chris Shoemaker (IFFF Founder/Director)
L to R: Chris Shoemaker (IFFF Founder/Director), Mr. CHE Zhaohe, Chinese Consulate General (Los Angeles Embassy), Animation Director Jennifer Yuh Nelson (Dreamworks), Mr. Jeffrey Katzenberg (Co-Founder/Former ceo - Dreamworks), Jeremy Broekman (PR)
Testimonials
“Chris, I am greatly impressed by the exceptional quality of the film festival.”
-R. Samuels, Filmmaker/Author
"Not only do you put on a wonderful festival, but I extend my gratitude to you for what you are doing for the world of family entertainment.”
-T. Nelson, Director/Writer
“Working alongside Chris was an absolute pleasure. Chris managed my project with tremendous quality and communication. His compassion and knowledge of business and creative arts is truly evident in his work. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to tell the story of their organization.
- Z. Gibson, Digital Media Consultant
"Dear Chris, we were very impressed with the Freshi Media Video Game Design Camp that our son Max attended. The whole experience boosted Max’s confidence and self-esteem. All the Freshi Media team members were welcoming and Max was completely engaged in the process. He was working and expressing his ideas in a creative and supportive setting; a great learning environment that we would recommend to anyone. Thanks!
- M. and H. Battaglia, Parents
"Wow! What you all accomplished in a week was amazing. My son has written 15 storyboards since last Friday - no joke! He is having a blast! Thanks for putting together such a great week for all the kids!
-O. Lee, Mother