Team / About
Nicholas Donnelly, Director of Photography
Nicholas Donnelly is a two-time Emmy-nominated Director of Photography and Producer with over 15 years of experience crafting cinematic visual stories for major platforms includingNational Geographic, Netflix, PBS, and Discovery and countless other clients.
With a foundation in classical fine arts and a passion for technical precision, Nicholas blends visual artistry with hands-on expertise to lead productions in the most demanding environments — from high-speed aerials to remote expedition shoots. His work spans branded campaigns, environmental documentaries, museum films, and interpretive storytelling with a sharp eye for both craft and narrative.
He spent over a decade as a Staff Cameraman and Equipment Manager at National Geographic Television & Film, where he filmed and produced hundreds of domestic and international documentaries. In addition, Nicholas developed internal training programs in cinematography, lighting, DIT, and production workflows. He now leads Rapido & Sucio Digital Cinema, a boutique creative studio based in Washington, D.C., focused on elevated visuals and purpose-driven content.
Nicholas is a FAA-certified drone pilot, Phantom Flex 4K technician, and experienced cinematographer, known for balancing technical mastery with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset on set.
• FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot – #4371564 (2017–Present)
• FAA Private Pilot – #1871525 (2016–Present)
• Vision Research Phantom Flex 4K – Certified Technician
• Freefly Movi Pro – Certified Technician
• PADI Advanced Open Water Diver – #11090E3881
• DAN Emergency Diver – #2845741
When he’s not behind the lens, you can find him on his snowboard somewhere in the world, or hiking through the woods with his two wonderful Labrador retrievers.
Isabel Perez-Loehmann, Director and Producer
Isabel Perez-Loehmann is a powerhouse bilingual director and producer with a proven track record of leading projects that have reached millions across television and digital platforms. Born and raised in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, Isabel served in the U.S. Air Force before studying Film and Television at George Mason University. She began her career at National Geographic, where she quickly rose to become Manager of Television Operations, overseeing more than 150 hours of programming annually.
Today, Isabel is known for crafting unforgettable content across television, digital platforms, and branded campaigns. From binge-worthy reality series and gripping true crime shows to feel-good food adventures and award-winning documentaries, she brings vision, heart, and precision to every project. Her work has aired on MAX, Netflix, Disney+, PBS, TLC, Telemundo, National Geographic Channel, Amazon Prime, Food Network, Lifetime,HGTV, WeTV, Discovery, and more. She's also directed and produced branded work for global names like Starbucks, Walgreens, and Pfizer.
Most recently, she produced the season finale of Baylen Out Loud on TLC and directed the hit true crime series The Real Murders on Elm St. for MAX.
When she's not kicking butt on set, Isabel loves spending time with her husband Jeff and their two dogs, Chia and Chacha.
Select Credits
Isabels Full Credits Here
SUPERVISING PRODUCER ( Present)
Baylen Out Loud ( Season 2) (2025)
TLC & MAX— Michael Levitt Productions
CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
- Spanish Healthcare Education, Mytonomy (2021-2024)
Roku & Various Hospital Systems
SHOWRUNNER - PBS Kids What Can You Become (Season 1) (2022)
PBS — Digital
-Asheville by Design (2018)
National Geographic — TV — National Geographic Studios
DIRECTOR/PRODUCER
- Murder on Elm St. (Seasons 1 &2 ) (2024) (2025)
Investigation Discovery & MAX — TV — Grandma’s House
-Baylen Out Loud ( Season 1) (2024)
TLC & MAX— Michael Levitt Productions
- Love After Lockup (Season 3) (2020-2021)
WE tv — TV — Sharp Entertainment - Love During Lockup (Season 1) (2020-2021)
WE tv — TV — Sharp Entertainment - Life After Lockup (2020-2021)
WE tv — TV — Sharp Entertainment - 90 Day Fiancé: Darcey & Stacey (Season 2) (2020)
TLC — TV — Sharp Entertainment
- House In A Hurry (Season 1) (2020)
HGTV — TV — Lusid Media
- Becoming B(Season 1) (2019-2020)
Disney+ — TV — ITV America
- Married At First Sight (Season 10) (2019)
Lifetime — TV — Kinetic Content - Lies That Bind (Season 1) (2019)
Investigation Discovery — TV — Lion Television
How & Why
Update:
Recently, Rapido + Sucio expanded its team by partnering with 2.0TV. Isabel Pérez-Loehmann, the founder of 2.0TV, is a powerhouse bilingual director and producer whose vast experience expands the realm of what’s possible. Isabel routinely oversees more than 150 hours of programming per year—a feat few others can claim. Her voracity, paired with Nic’s unrelenting passion for working with both small and large crews, makes R+S a boutique production company like no other. With the addition of other creative partners, each an expert in their own craft-Rapido + Sucio is now thrilled to offer full-scale production services, managing every phase of a project, from napkin sketch to final delivery, no matter the scope. As we continue to integrate our expanded body of work, we invite you to read Isabel’s full bio and credits here.
Our Process, in detail:
Nicholas once said, “I break the rules all the time—I think you’re supposed to. Once you’ve really dialed in and become fluent in the art of nuance, you know exactly when to flip them on their head… or not. Either way, it’s fun to play with expectations.”
Nicholas’ approach is to curate and tailor-fit the crew to the project—just as you would with screen talent. He remarked, “We all have our thing, and there’s always a right tool for the job. At first, I tend to do whatever makes the most sense, then walk backwards from there. Like, should I really hire a plumber to re-roof my house, Let me think about that?”
