"James Thayer was an integral team player during the Property Brothers: Buying + Selling shoot in Nashville in 2017.  As Assistant Director for all 6 episodes, he managed the crew and talent with speed, efficiency and complete professionalism.  James oversaw all aspects of running the shoot days including making sure that we stayed on time and on budget.    I would highly recommend James...considering all that he’s done to run his own productions and production company combined with his work ethic and passion."

"James is one of the smartest and driven producers I know. I’ve seen him help create amazing vision and lead teams, while working under tight budgets and time frames. He takes the time to create beautiful content by hiring and casting his vision though great communication to his team. I truly value his skills as a master negotiator, I’ve seen this time and time again when dealing with legal, talent, and state government. He is one of the most honest people in this business and will always put the team and production before his own ego or needs. I highly recommend James as part of any top level producing team in television, indie films, or new media."

"Seek First is a first class production team that cares both about its stakeholders and the communities that it engages. The company's not-for-profit 54 Film Fest has promoted and encouraged spontaneous creativity in both the established Knoxville area and the emerging Murfreesboro market. The festival's expansion to Wilmington, NC and other southeastern cities should positively impact movie making for years to come. I am grateful to work with the Seek First team."