Tray Goodman, a veteran producer, director and videographer, has now added host to his long list of film and video credits. With over 20 years in the business, Tray has received numerous honors for his dedication to the craft including Emmys, Cable Ace and Beacon awards.
Whether Tray is involved in teaching university students how to become television's next generation of professionals, using his creative skills to bring another overseas documentary to the network screen, or directing live multicam productions all over the United States, Tray's vision is clear. As he says, "There are a lot of great stories that need to be told, that must be brought to light. My job is to do just that."
A native of Romania, Daniel performed as a break-dancer and acted in the Romanian National Circus. On moving to the U.S. in 1992, Daniel graduated from high school and began to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a film and video director and producer.
Daniel has worked for most of the major networks in North America and for various Fortune 500 companies. In 2000 he founded Core Advertising, where he produced and directed videos that received national and international recognition.
Daniel currently produces and directs videos and live events for some of the world's largest companies. Daniel's talents have taken him all over the world, and will continue to do so for a very long time.
Inside Creative Minds is produced and hosted by Tray Goodman, a 20-year veteran of the TV and film industries. Tray wanted to combine his television expertise and love of the arts to create a TV show about the creative process. “There was no show like this in the 5th largest city in America and it was time,� says Tray.
He teamed up with award-winning Romanian-born director and producer Daniel Gheorghiu, a 20-year showbiz veteran with experience in front of as well as behind the camera. Together, they polished Tray's original concept into a full-length TV show that’s as fun as it is informative and professional.
"We try to cover the subject in a uniquely in-depth way," Tray says. As he sees it, creativity is not limited to the fine arts. The show has featured such diverse talent as community activist Kimber Lanning, sous-chef Dominic Zumpano and tattoo artist Erik Weir.
In 2007 the show and crew got a major blow. For reasons beyond his control, Daniel had to step down from directing the show. Fortunately, Skyline Productions, a full-service video production facility in the Valley with over 15 years in the industry, stepped in to handle directing and production services. The crew of Inside Creative Minds is made up of some of the top camera and audio people in Arizona.
Targeting viewers of all ages, Inside Creative Minds features upcoming and established creative minds of all genres and captures the guests’ talent, passion and unique personalities.
Inside Creative Minds currently airs on eleven stations: Chandler Channel 11, Gilbert Channel 11, Glendale Channel 11, KNOW 99, Litchfield Park Channel 11, Mesa Channel 11, Peoria Channel 11, Tempe Channel 11, Queen Creek 11, Sun Devil Television (SDTV) and Scottsdale Channel 11.