Creating the Journey: A Chicago Game Developer's Creative Path (2026)

Indie video game developer Adam Badagliacco shares insights on his creative process through the making of his passion project, "A Creature's Journey."

Directed and Produced by Jacob Badagliacco

No Kings 3 Chicago: March 28th, 2026

While the US launches new wars abroad, the American people have remained engaged through a growing movement of political organizing and mass mobilizations such as No Kings 3 on March 28th, 2026 - where eight million people came out in the largest single-day protest in American history.

Learn Your Power: Jacoby Martial Arts

In this short documentary, I had the chance to film and edit the story of Ky Jacoby, a 5th Dan Hapkido, 5th Dan Taekwondo, and 3rd Dan Shotokan Karate Instructor. Ky shares how his passion for martial arts helped him build a community for those looking to build self-confidence and fitness through his dojo in Chicago, IL.

Austin Eats: Growing Food on Chicago’s West Side

Located on Chicago’s West Side, the Austin community doesn’t have a lot of healthy food options. A group of 22 partner organizations, called Austin Eats, is trying to change that.

Shot & Edited by Jacob Badagliacco, additional photos from Austin Coming Together (ACT)