Creative Team:
Written, Filmed, and Edited by Tyler Darden
Directed by David Leehy
Produced by Laurie Vines
Production Notes:
Filmed over three days at West End Thrift in Henrico, Virginia, the pilot was brought to life on a micro-budget. The real-life thrift store setting lent authentic charm to the story of renewal and restoration.
“At West End Thrift, we take the forgotten, the castoffs, the old. We repair them, shine them up and make them new again.”
The completed pilot is now seeking distribution with family-friendly networks and streaming platforms.
Media Contact:
Tyler Darden
Email: tyler@saltfirestudio.com
Phone: 804-467-7003
Websites: saltfirestudio.com
SaltFireStudio is a Virginia-based production company dedicated to creating uplifting, faith-inspired content for modern audiences.
ShopGirls Pilot
“A failing thrift store’s new control-freak boss must cut one misfit employee to survive—until a miser’s donation saves the day.”
Evelyn Odell (Kera O’Bryon), an obsessive-compulsive marketing manager recently laid off from a major denim manufacturer, steps into her first day managing a struggling church thrift store. Amid the chaos of eccentric staff and mounting financial pressure, Evelyn must decide who to let go by day’s end to keep the store afloat. What unfolds is a hilarious and heartfelt story of redemption, community, and second chances among a diverse “family” of employees spanning races, ages, and abilities.
Key Cast:
Kera O’Bryon as Evelyn – The meticulous new boss fighting to save the store.
Missy Merry as Tracey Jo – Unapologetic Southern Christian mom juggling a hectic life with three kids (ages 8, 12, and 16).
Sharon Gilbert as Ruth – Sarcastic, faith-filled rock of the group, happily married for 20 years.
Jesi Stracham as Eden – Free-spirited adventurer drawn to the Christian community while searching for love.
Talia Alanis as Ana – Tech-savvy, mechanically inclined, and fiercely organized.
Misty King as Lily Rose – Tomboy delivery driver and dedicated hard worker.
Mike Shiflett as Albert – Grouchy, coffee-loving curmudgeon who distrusts technology.