Frankie Manes- Founder and CEO
Frankie Manes began acting at the age of 3 and throughout his career has booked numerous national commercials, television shows, and films.
While studying at California Lutheran University, he began producing films and working with a wide variety of actors, celebrities, and influencers. After discovering his talents with social media and a window of opportunity, he used his relationships & network to start his own social media and brand management company - Media 43 Inc.
Some of his clients include actors David Henrie, Lorenzo Henrie, Jake Short, Austin Sprinz, and Jaden Sprinz, as well as many more.
Jaime Sweeney
Meet Jaime, a passionate and creative social media marketing professional based in Massachusetts. She graduated from Dean College in 2021 with a degree in Communications. Jaime has been with Media 43 for over a year, where she manages multiple client accounts, creates engaging content, and helps brands grow their online presence. In her free time, you’ll find her immersed in books, spending time with friends and family, and catching up on the latest TV shows and movies.
Simi Sethupathi
Simi Sethupathi is a creative and detail-oriented marketing and project management professional based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She graduated from the University of California, Riverside, with a Bachelor’s in Biology and a minor in Marketing. Passionate about building connections, she involved herself deeply in her campus community, tutoring students, conducting research, and doing outreach for campus properties. Her skills and enthusiasm for people and communication have led her to pursue a career in social media, where she aims to create meaningful impact. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and cat, listening to music, playing tennis, and is currently working toward her real estate license.
Michelle Enderi
Michelle is a Saginaw Valley State University graduate with a Bachelor’s in Marketing and minors in Graphic Design and Psychology. Michelle has been with us for 2 years creating and managing graphic and video content. She has enjoyed being a part of Media 43 and is excited for what else there is to come for Media 43 and her life! Apart from design, Michelle also enjoys pottery, spending time outdoors, traveling and being around her friends and family.
Gianna Venegas
Gianna is a marketing and social media enthusiast with a passion for helping brands grow their online presence. She recently graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and hopes to build a career in the entertainment, fashion, or music industries. Outside of her professional interests, Gianna enjoys traveling, photography, music, and fashion.
Mariah Markey
Mariah Markey is a University of Colorado Boulder graduate with a strong foundation in branding, client relations, and creative strategy. At Media 43, she brings a strategic and imaginative approach to brand management, helping clients grow and thrive across platforms. Mariah is known for her organization, creativity, and collaborative spirit. She is passionate about helping talent shine and ensuring all work upholds the exceptional standards of Media 43.
Austin Ziprick
Austin Ziprick began working as a creative during his teenage years, and with a wide range of skills including photography, cinematography, and editing, and quickly grew his career in commercial production to eventually work with notable clients as Microsoft, Amazon, Ford, GMC, and ESPN, among others.
Austin now owns and operates two of his own production companies (Ziprick Arts & Enterprises and the real estate specific Hollywood Your Home) and also works as an award-winning freelance editor.
Amanda Schermerhorn
Amanda is a lifelong artist with a passion for creating meaningful, unforgettable experiences. With a background in non-traditional education, she learned to think creatively and see how small interactions contribute to a larger whole. Her love of visual storytelling and deep curiosity about human behavior naturally led her to the world of design. She focuses on user-centered, data-informed design that bridges art and psychology to build inclusive, accessible experiences. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys hiking with her dogs, making jewelry, attending concerts, and camping with her partner.