WE ARE A BRAND STRATEGY AND FILM PRODUCTION STUDIO
Our
Roots
INTEGRITY. TRANSPARENCY. HONESTY. COLLABORATION.
These are the staples for every project, conversation, and interaction.
We love what we do. We do it with intention. Core values are more than a few words, they are the very foundation of who we are, who we hire and who we do business with, period.
Beyond our documentaries, corporate and commercial work, there are projects we don’t talk about. We handle major crisis and transition for companies across the region. We write speeches and develop messaging for CEOs and C-Suite executives. We film celebrities and write strategy for them. You’ve probably seen our work and didn’t even know it. And we’re ok with that.
Our Crew
Photo Credit, Emmai Alaquiva
Jennifer Schlieper
Director, Creative Director & Co-Owner
Emmy-nominated, award-winning filmmaker, director, producer and writer, Schlieper didn’t start her career in film. She cut her teeth as a creative and brand strategist at Ketchum, one of the largest PR firms in the world, launching and rebranding products and services for Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 power brands. Making the leap into the corporate side, she led GNC’s global marketing efforts as one the youngest female senior executives.
Flying Scooter Productions was born in 2017 out of a need to do something that mattered for those who matter. The intent is to impact through client partnerships, mission-based non-profits and stories silenced by those that fear the truth. Schlieper has written, scored, directed and produced hundreds of stories in the last eight years alongside her producing partner, Courtney Gumpf. From music videos, to concepting, launching and directing the Emmy- and Webby-nominated, 15-part, 1-hour episodic series for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s Front Row, her music acumen transcends every project including commercials, social media series and documentaries no matter the audience.
The Ocean-Five Years is their first film festival release, winning Best Documentary at VIFF and the Audience Award for Best Documentary Short at Pittsburgh Shorts & Script Competition, and Officially Selected at Milan FFI, Documentaries without Borders International Film Festival, Red Rose Film Festival, Toronto International Women Film Festival, Venice Shorts and Berlin Lift-Off Film Festival and the Oscar Qualifying Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF).
Schlieper continues to lead strategic initiatives for their global clients and has helped raise millions of dollars through stories and brand activation for some of Pittsburgh’s largest non-profits in the homeless and underserved space.
She sits on the board for The Beauty Restores Foundation, The Amelia Project and The Pennsylvania Film Industry Association (PAFIA).
Courtney Gumpf
Producer & Co-Owner
Emmy-nominated, award-winning Executive Producer, Courtney Gumpf’s career began behind-the-scenes in movie making, casting on films such as Perks of Being a Wallflower, Out of the Furnace, Jack Reacher and Dark Knight Rises. The jump to producing was the natural progression, working to manage production teams for clients like FedEx, Giant Eagle and PA Lottery.
Today, along with her producing partner Jennifer Schlieper she is the co-founder of Flying Scooter Productions. Gumpf co-produced commercials, documentaries, brand activations and short & long-form media for some of the largest regional and national brands while helping raise millions of dollars for non-profits.
The Ocean-Five Years is their first film festival release, winning Best Documentary at VIFF and the Audience Award for Best Documentary Short at Pittsburgh Shorts & Script Competition, and Officially Selected at Milan FFI, Documentaries without Borders International Film Festival, Red Rose Film Festival, Toronto International Women Film Festival, Venice Shorts and Berlin Lift-Off Film Festival and the Oscar Qualifying Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF).
Gumpf leads the digital marketing team, securing and converting thousands of leads for clients in all sectors.
She sits on the board for The Pennsylvania Film Industry Association (PAFIA) and The Amelia Project.
“There is no “one-size fits all approach.” Our success is predicated on our client’s success. There are no short-cuts. We do the work to ensure the work – works. It’s that simple.”
Jenna Bunk
Marketing Manager
Jenna joined the FSP team in 2021 as Marketing Manager. Her background is steeped in film production, event production and marketing consumer products with a specialty in female marketing. She has helped raise millions of dollars for non-profit organizations and has a heart for connection and helping others. Jenna is an integral part of leading day to day production and assists in leading the digital team.
Max Tilley
Graphic Designer
Max is a graphic designer/communication artist, illustrator, planogramer & animator, who loves what he does. He joined the FSP team in 2020 and has worked with a wide range of clients from small businesses to large corporations. He has a passion for exploring different creative ideas through sketching & helping organizations come up with original forms of communication and make a positive impact. In his downtime, Max enjoys going to the movies, spending time with family & friends, and exploring the world around him.
Megan McGregor
Freelance Web Developer
Brooke Bauer
Marketing Intern
Brooke joined the Flying Scooter team in the fall of 2023 as an intern participating in Duquesne University’s Spirit of Community Scholars Program. The program is dedicated to providing select students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working within the non-profit community located in the heart of Pittsburgh. Brooke is specifically geared to work with our newly established non-profit, The Amelia Project. In addition to this, she is currently a freshman in the Discover Business – Undecided program at Duquesne. Brooke is excited to have the opportunity to explore and learn new skills from the Flying Scooter team! In her free time she likes to spend time with friends and family in her hometown of Buffalo, NY.