Tony began his professional career as a musician. However, developed a new love for storytelling, through film. He started helping out other local San Diego film makers, learning the fundamentals, of filmmaking, along the way. After working on other peoples' short films, music videos and web series episodes, he decided to write his own script. Within two months, he set out to direct and shoot his first DIY film. His company, Rosewood Five Studios, enlisted the help of producer, Luke Pensabene, and some talented local actors, and he was able to complete it within a year and a four months.

• South of 8 (2017)