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Jean Paul Epstein

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic story teller and director- oversees every facet of production with strong project management and creative decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of production, writing, directing, and technical operations. Approachable, fun and dependable.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Writer/Director/Producer

Freelance
01.2017 - Current
  • Wrote, Produced and Directed, My Ira, award winning film starring Danielle Panabaker.
  • Wrote & Co Produced Sucker in association with BSEG.
  • Co-wrote Volcano for Millenium Films.
  • Wrote, directed and produced, Purple Gold, TV Pilot.
  • Wrote Shadow Walker for award winning producer John Morrissey.
  • Optioned IP Coal, to Herd International
  • Adapted The Legend of Chico, for author George Herscu.
  • Wrote, directed, and produced branded content for Coca Cola, Dove, Cookies, Golden Road, Levis, Marc Jacobs.

Creative Director-Partner

Checkmate Films
09.2012 - 04.2019
  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas and scripts.
  • Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.

Development Executive

Big Screen Entertainment
03.2007 - 12.2017
  • Sourced and evaluated material, provided comprehensive story analysis.
  • Developed original ideas for film, television and new media.
  • Commissioned writers and secured rights to IP’S, including novels.
  • Approved key staff, including casting, director, above and below the line production, and post production.
  • Attended film markets and festivals, held pitch meetings, and organized screenings.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
06.1998

Skills

  • Strong Creative Vision
  • Editing & Post
  • Scheduling & Budgeting
  • Multi level planning

Accomplishments

  • Award winning filmmaker. Best picture, best director and jury award.

Timeline

Writer/Director/Producer

Freelance
01.2017 - Current

Creative Director-Partner

Checkmate Films
09.2012 - 04.2019

Development Executive

Big Screen Entertainment
03.2007 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies

Santa Monica College

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