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Bryheem Hawkins

Bryheem "Broc" Hawkins (they/them/he) is the founder and owner of Machine Media Group, a Philadelphia-based production company rooted in creative freedom and self-expression. With over a decade of experience, they specialize in music, videography, photography, business planning, marketing, and branding—offering tools that help artists and entrepreneurs bring their visions to life. 

With a background in music performance and artist development, they are especially passionate about supporting, LGBTQ+ voices and helping underrepresented communities reach the next level in their careers. Born and raised in Philadelphia, they continue to build their legacy in both Philadelphia and Atlanta through storytelling, strategy, and soulful media work.

Awarded Grants

2025
Media Artist + Activist Residency (MAR)

25,000
Discipline(s)
Media Arts
Social Change Intents
Transgender Justice/Gender Self-Determination (Effective 2019)

Bryheem “Broc” Hawkins will work with Ark of Safety, Philadelphia’s first trans-focused TLGBQ+ safe haven, to create a documentary and multimedia archive honoring the lives, brilliance, and resistance of unhoused queer and trans Philadelphians.

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