About Us
Foreground was founded in 2024 by Cody McLeod Rogers and Tristan Au – two old film school friends with nothing but a dream. From their working experiences, they saw a major change coming to the industry. A growing separation between independent films and studio films all while filmmaking itself is becoming more accessible meant the process of creating motion pictures was evolving. The glory days of studio pitches, network tv, and expansive writer's rooms are in the past. The limited support for independent artists grows increasingly competitive, oftentimes shutting out important stories. Finding equipment to tell stories may be more accessible but supporting one's life while doing it, is more challenging than ever before.
At Foreground, we don't just make movies and tv shows. We fight for our artists and their stories because we know they deserve to be seen. Whether it's in-house story development, IP acquisition, production budgeting and scheduling, post-production supervising, or anything in-between, we use our resources and network to bring diverse and unique stories to life.
The Team
The People of Foreground
Cody McLeod Rogers
Cody McLeod Rogers is a Chicago-native Director, Writer, Producer, and Composer now based in New York City. Cody's journey with the arts began at a young age. Performing since the time he could walk, Cody spent his childhood on stage with music and acting across the Chicagoland area. At 16, he opened his first production company which led to domestic and international work. Over the years, Cody's work has covered many genres and industries. Most recently, he is known for producing the network television series NEXT at the Kennedy Center, co-directing Broadway's Leading Ladies, and writing and directing The Plum Game, The Informidable Death of My Mother, and Maybe, It's Time. His work is creatively cohesive and distinctive, bringing audiences into new worlds and experiences from the opening second to the final credit.
Tristan Au
Creative Director - Production
Tristan's work as a Director of Photography, Producer, Director, and Writer, has focused on uplifting marginalized voices through powerful visual storytelling and masterful understanding of the technical elements of film. Creating narrative films that capture the human condition has always been his dream. Exploring the complexities of love, family, emotions, and tradition drives Tristan's work. Over the years, Tristan has produced films in Singapore and the United States.
Kristin Fosdick
Chief Operating Officer
Executive Producer
Kristin Fosdick is a distinguished American film and television Director and Executive Producer, renowned for her expertise in multi-camera performances and long-form broadcasts. She rose to prominence through her work on PBS’s “NEXT at the Kennedy Center,” showcasing her ability to craft compelling narratives across various genres.
Over two decades, Kristin has collaborated with an impressive array of artists, including Cynthia Erivo, Ben Folds, Kendrick Lamar, and William Shatner, working in genres ranging from pop music to modern dance to Broadway performances. Her versatile approach and commitment to storytelling have consistently delivered productions that captivate audiences and push creative boundaries.
Jacob Leftwich
Content Manager
Jacob’s work as a Producer and Editor in the arts, nonprofit, and education sectors centers around bringing authentic stories to light. In April 2025, he joined the Foreground Productions team as Content Manager, drawing on experience from organizations like The Kennedy Center and Maryland Public Television, as well as freelance projects for a wide range of clients. He holds a B.S. in Electronic Media and Film from Towson University.