Bollig is a rising force in horror and action, known for crafting genre stories with teeth - subversive, stylish, and unafraid to bleed. She burst onto the scene by winning Best Screenplay at just twelve years old and has since become a fixture on the international festival circuit, with her award-winning shorts screening at Fantasia, Fantastic Fest, Hollyshorts, and Beyond Fest.

Her latest short film, “The Bones Exist” will hold its Canadian Premiere at VHS 2026.

After living and working as a freelance filmmaker in Seattle, New Orleans, New York City, Boston, and most recently, Portland, Oregon, Scott Ballard currently resides in Savannah, Georgia where he focuses on a dedication to education, independent narrative film and documentary filmmaking. Scott is a Professor and Associate Chair of Film & Television at Savannah College of Art & Design and continues to create work through Western Exit Productions & Scott Ballard Films.

His latest short film, “Zombie Dogs!” will hold its Canadian Premiere at VHS 2026.