between us, we've worked on international campaigns · produced for luxury brands · and won lots of awards!
House Copper Studios is owned and operated by two husband-and-wife teams (so yes, there's four of us) with a combined, multi-layered skillset that encompasses everything from line producing, directing, script-writing, casting, radio production, and more. We bring the sparkle of LA with the steadfastness of the Midwest to every project.
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MEET the team
Tim & Lisa
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John & Sara
Years ago, Tim and Sara began to work together on scripts, mostly thanks to serendipity. 23 projects later...
John leaned on Tim for input on the workings of Hollywood and they ate a lot of pizza together.
And Tim married the lovely Lisa, who taught Sara how a dress steamer worked...
The rest, as they say...is history.
Who we are
Four people
four brains
and
four pairs of hands to build
anything!
Timothy
Boissey
With over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, Tim has built a career as an award-winning screenwriter, producer, and director. His passion for storytelling and visual artistry has allowed him to excel in crafting compelling narratives and orchestrating dynamic productions.
From producing high-impact commercial content for brands like Nike, Red Bull, and the NFL to managing diverse teams across all production phases, Tim thrives on bringing creative visions to life. His expertise spans advanced budget management, talent direction, creative development, and logistical coordination, ensuring the seamless execution of every project.
Notable accomplishments include recognition as a finalist in prestigious screenplay competitions and successful collaborations on major television productions, including The Biggest Loser. As a screenwriter, Tim's work has been celebrated for its originality and depth, with multiple scripts sold, optioned, or earning accolades in competitive markets.
Based in Los Angeles, Tim continues to pursue his passion for storytelling, aspiring to inspire future generations of filmmakers and create thought-provoking films that leave a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.
Sara
Dahmen
Sara is an award winning, bestselling author and multi-award-winning screenwriter, entrepreneur and producer. She has produced internationally recognized marketing campaigns and worked on the advertising from MasterCraft Boats to Subway to the tourism of Belize. She worked extensively in Ad/PR firms producing multi-million dollar print, radio and TV campaigns. After building up her event coordination company in Milwaukee, Sara was awarded a Silver Anvil for best (501c3) event in America by the PRSSA.
Though she often writes for other producers and production companies, Sara’s historical fiction Flats Junction series (Promontory Press, Inc.) has been critically recognized and is currently in development for television. Her fantasy project has been optioned for both TV and video gaming, and her nonfiction book, Copper, Iron, and Clay: A Smith’s Journey (William Morrow/Harper Collins) is the first of its kind since 1894. Though she focusses on scripts, she is always writing at least two more books.
Sara is also known as the only female coppersmith in all of America who builds and restores copper cookware – hence the name of HCS! Her work has been featured in Forbes, Martha Stewart, Food & Wine, House Beautiful, Veranda, on PBS, the TODAY Show and many more. She is also a TED presenter.
A Wisconsin native, Sara still spends much of her time in the Midwest with her husband of 18 years and their three young children, putting any spare time into their gardens and hobby farm.
Sara is repped by Gersh and FRWD Management, as well as HillNadell for her books.
Lisa
Iverson
Lisa is a seasoned Production Coordinator and Producer with over thirteen years of experience in the fast-paced world of film and television. Known for her keen organizational skills and calm under pressure, Lisa has successfully led multiple high-end, luxury-brand projects through all phases of production, from pre-production planning to on-set management and post-production delivery.
Throughout her career, Lisa has collaborated with a wide array of talented directors, writers, and crew members to bring a diverse range of projects to life. With a deep understanding of logistics and timelines, she’s become an invaluable asset to productions, ensuring everything runs smoothly while maintaining creative vision.
From managing projects and schedules to overseeing day-to-day operations on projects for brands such as GMC, YSL, Scout Motors, and Chevrolet, Lisa thrives on making sure every detail is meticulously accounted for. Her ability to juggle multiple moving parts while maintaining a positive and efficient environment has earned her a reputation as a trusted go-to professional in the industry.
With a passion for storytelling and a sharp eye for detail, Lisa continues to bring creative projects to fruition, blending organizational excellence with a deep love for the craft of filmmaking and television production.
John
Dahmen
A graduate of a dual-major in finance and real estate from Marquette University, John brings the weight needed to keep a business solvent and the financial prowess to help film investors involved with HCS projects.
With over 12 years in the financial industry and 8 more in the investment world, John also provides the team as the master of budgets, tax credits, and excel spreadsheets. He has a CFA (certification equal to a Masters Degree in Finance) and graduated certified from the New York Film Academy as a line producer.
Thanks to his keen eye for details and numbers, he is in charge of production costs and waterfalls, ROI for investors, banking, and taxes. (We can't all be creative!) John also owns four other investment companies, which he manages via his employees.