François Garcia
Co-President, Founder and Producer
François founded IMPACT MEDIA in 2001. His work spans film and television production, rights acquisition and distribution, with credits including Darwin and Extortion 17.
BRACE FOR IMPACT
Founded at the 2001 Cannes Film Festival, at the turn of the millennium, IMPACT MEDIA has evolved over more than two decades as the ways content is made, financed and brought to audiences have changed. Our years in Los Angeles helped shape the international perspective we bring to our work from Montréal today.
We develop, produce and distribute original content, co-produce with partners, and provide production services in Canada and internationally. We’re drawn to stories that spark debate, explore overlooked subjects and bring distinct points of view to wider audiences.
IMPACT Team
Frank Desmarais
Co-President, Partner and Producer
Frank has worked in independent and studio production in Canada and Los Angeles. His work spans creative development, financing, production and distribution.
Patricia Economo
Partner and Producer
Patricia works across film, television and live events. Her production work includes Extortion 17, UNITED K9 and Beyond the Leash.
Jeffrey Han
Associate and Executive Producer
Jeffrey brings experience across entertainment, marketing and digital media, with an interest in unconventional material and horror.