WHO WE ARE

KanaVision Kids (KVK) is a next-generation immersive children's and family entertainment company developing original, character-driven franchises designed to scale across content, experiences, and consumer products worldwide.

Our mission

More than a community favorite

We love where we come from — the school gyms, church festivals, and community stages across metro Atlanta where the KVK Krew earned its name, one laughing kid at a time. We do that, and we'll always do that.

But KanaVision Kids was built for bigger stages. We're a character-brand company developing original, music-driven entertainment franchises engineered from day one for global scale — iconic characters and stories designed to travel across content, live experiences, licensing, partnerships, and consumer products. From screen to stage to shelf, we're positioning KVK alongside the biggest names in children's entertainment.

Meet the team

The big kids behind the magic

Karim Shyllon

President

Karim Shyllon is the visionary leader behind KanaVision Kids, bringing more than 20 years of experience in executive production, writing, directing, and producing micro-budget films and original content. As CEO of Kanasieu Films, LLC, Karim has created and managed programming ranging from weekly television shows to faith-based and urban storytelling. He also spent two years as a production assistant at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, GA, contributing to mainstream television productions and major motion pictures. A graduate of North Carolina Central University, Karim blends creative vision with disciplined execution to build platforms that inspire and empower young audiences.

Chanel Shyllon

Executive Vice President

Chanel Shyllon serves as the strategic force behind KanaVision Kids, partnering closely with Karim to bring bold creative vision to life. With over 20 years of experience in production and creative development, Chanel has led as an Executive Producer, Creative Director, Costume Designer, and Merchandising Strategist across micro-budget films and original content spanning short films, faith-based programming, urban storytelling, and reality TV formats. At KVK, she operationalizes creativity — transforming ideas into scalable productions through innovative concepts, production oversight, infrastructure development, and disciplined business strategy.

Michael Hankins

Senior Vice President

Michael Hankins brings more than 20 years of experience in the Film and Television industry, combining technical expertise with creative versatility. His professional background includes serving as a Content Operations Coordinator for Turner Broadcasting System, as well as Studio Technician, News Photojournalist, and Commercial Photographer for WNEM-TV, a CBS affiliate in Saginaw, Michigan. He also serves as President and CEO of Infinite Multimedia LLC, a creative media company specializing in video production, music development, and graphic design. A Mass Communications graduate of Delta College and an alumnus of Georgia Film Academy, Michael blends formal training with real-world production experience to elevate KanaVision Kids' creative output.

Alex Hawthorne

Creative Director

Alex Hawthorne brings more than 17 years of experience mentoring youth and supporting children with behavioral disabilities throughout the Carolinas. In 2005, Alex founded Jus' Like Us, a nonprofit organization dedicated to mentoring at-risk youth through the creative arts. He studied Political Science at North Carolina Central University, where he also played varsity football. At KanaVision Kids, Alex channels his passion for youth empowerment into culturally resonant storytelling and creative development that connects with young audiences in meaningful ways.

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