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YOUR CORE TEAM

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DEREK    LUFF

Founder / President / CEO

A visionary innovator whose companies have earned multiple Primetime Emmy and Academy Award recognitions, Derek established XTracks in 2010 to pioneer the use of emerging technologies in enhancing media content.

 

Expanding his vision now as we enter the AI era, Derek remains a hands-on partner and expert advisor to clients.

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MADELINE    BAUGH

VP,    Localization    &    Dubbing

Since 2005, Madeline has overseen the international dubbing and versioning of numerous TV series, feature films and digital media for key clients, including HBO, Warner Bros., Paramount and YouTube.

 

She is supported by a global network of talent, directors, producers, translators, and adaptation specialists available to XTracks clients.

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RICHARD    GELLES

Co-President   / Partner

As Co-Owner, President, CFO, and Head of Legal and Business Affairs at XTracks, Richard oversees financial operations, legal affairs, and strategic planning. His leadership has been key to XTracks’ success in post-production, remastering, and global content localization.

Blending legal expertise with entrepreneurial vision, Richard excels in scaling businesses, forging partnerships, and driving innovation.

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DAVID    MORENO

Director    of    Operations

With over 25 years of experience, David's unparalleled expertise in advanced workflow management and client service excellence has been instrumental in mastering and remastering domestic and global content for leading streamers such as Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and Apple, as well as networks like NBC, CBS, FOX, Turner, A&E, and Discovery.

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RYAN    D.    ADAMS

EVP, Post, Remastering + Business  Development

A 25-year veteran studio producer, Ryan spearheaded the remastering department at CBS to transform classic titles into global assets for new audiences. 

 

Through his seamless merging of creative vision and technical mastery, Ryan’s work has repeatedly set new industry benchmarks in remastering quality and innovation.

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TY    HIGGINS

Senior    Sound    Specialist

As the lead sound supervisor at Wild Woods Picture and Sound, Ty managed key projects for majors like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple.

 

Since joining XTracks in 2020, Ty has overseen the XTraction process, Audio Description, foreign dubbing, restoration, and developing AI-driven audio workflows.

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MARISOL    ZUCKER-LUFF

Senior    Account    Executive

With over 40 years of expertise in post-production, Marisol blends deep industry knowledge, exceptional client service, and an unwaveringly positive approach. 

 

Earning the trust of major clients — including Apple, CBS, and Paramount — Marisol’s ability to deliver accurate, high-quality service has made her an invaluable partner to the industry.

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ERIC    JEWELL

Project    Manager

Since joining XTracks in 2022, Eric has earned a stellar reputation among clients by expertly managing high-volume workflows and ensuring flawless, on-time deliveries for industry leaders such as CBS / Paramount, Netflix, Amazon, and other major broadcast and streaming platforms.

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3575 Cahuenga Blvd. West

Los Angeles, CA 90068

323.878.0400

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© 2025 XTracks. All rights reserved.

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Team

The XTracks team circles the globe, delivering decades of large studio experience to every project — ensuring each one receives the care and precision it deserves.

Through a tight-knit culture of trust and collaboration that has been built over many years, we execute and enhance your vision with a seamless group of seasoned executives, client service specialists, and workflow management teams. 

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