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Tyler Winther is an award-winning filmmaker, an Epic Games Mega Grant Recipient, and CEO of Mediator Media a creative development and production company specializing in storytelling through technology, actively seeking to expand their network of preferred writers. Prior to starting Mediator Media, Tyler served as Creative Executive at Patriot Pictures where he specialized in Development and VFX Producing. Tyler has worked on several projects such as GOD IS A BULLETstarring Academy Award-winning actor Jaime Foxx (RAY) and Maika Monroe (HONEY BOY) directed by Nick Cassavettes (THE OTHER WOMAN starring Cameron Diaz, and THE NOTEBOOK) as well as the Netflix action/thriller BLACKOUT starring Josh Duhamel (LOVE, SIMON and TRANSFORMERS). His commercial work includes digital spots for HBOMAX, TWITCH, APPLE, VALENTINO, and CHANEL. His Music Video and Fashion work have been featured on top music and fashion blogs, FORBES, and MOVIEMAKER MAGAZINE. Prior to Patriot Pictures, he served as Head of Development at the award-winning design, visual effects, and virtual reality studio Aaron Sims Creative where he was in charge of all creative production as the studio transitioned into Unreal Engine Animation and Virtual Production workflows. Aaron Sims Creative brings iconic characters and worlds to life including, READY PLAYER ONE, PLANET OF THE APES, I AM LEGEND, THE AMAZING SPIDERMAN, CLASH OF THE TITANS, THE CONJURING, and "STRANGER THINGS". Tyler began his career as an Executive in Training at Regency Enterprises, Universal Pictures and Sony Pictures Entertainment. He spent three years working on productions for HBO and Marvel Studios while creating his own short-form work. Tyler's short projects have screened at numerous festivals namely SUNDANCE, SLAMDANCE, TRIBECA, and HOLLYSHORTS. Tyler is a member of the international media artist collective 6x6 PROJECT and is an advocate for storytelling through technology. He can offer extensive development, VFX, and production knowledge that spans pitch development to final picture delivery. He understands what it takes to get a project greenlit and released whether it’s a commercial tentpole feature, indie darling, or digital short. Full Bio »
We’re back in the Writers’ Room for the Executive Hour with special guest Tyler Winther (Mediator Media). Prepare to delve into Tyler’s captivating journey and wealth of experience, as he generously imparts invaluable advice, all while eagerly responding to the burning questions YOU bring to the table. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to gain insights and inspiration from a seasoned professional in the industry!
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In this big, bonus episode of the Executive Hour we are joined by Oscar-nominated and Emmy-nominated screenwriter, Meg LeFauve! Meg is the brilliant screenwriting mind behind critically acclaimed films including INSIDE OUT (which earned her an Academy Award nomination, and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Film in 2016), THE GOOD DINOSAUR, and CAPTAIN MARVEL. She has also contributed to Pixar films including FINDING DORY and INCREDIBLES 2, as well as the 20th Century Fox animated film SPIES IN DISGUISE! Prior to her career as a screenwriter, Meg ran development for actress and filmmaker Jodi Foster. She has been nominated for an Academy Award, Emmy Award (as a producer), NAACP Image Award, and BAFTA Award, with a total of 24 award nominations and 8 wins! During the webcast, Meg's discusses her career at Pixar, how she is adapting and working in the current quarantine situation, what writers can be doing during this time, what types of scripts and projects she thinks will be in demand once this quarantine is over, and so much more!
We're back in the Writers' Room for the Executive Hour Webcast with Eric Hsiao at Perfect Storm Entertainment, the production company behind such films and series as F9: The Fast Saga, Star Trek Beyond, Space Jam: A New Legacy, and HBO Max’s Warrior, where he has collaborated on the development of projects set up at studios including Universal, Paramount, Sony, Netflix, and Participant. Additionally, Eric oversees Perfect Storm's producing partnership with the Beijing-based film studio CMC Pictures (The Meg).
We're back in the Writers' Room for the Executive Hour Webcast with special Guest Oscar-Nominated Writer Alec Sokolow. Alec Sokolow is an Oscar-Nominated screenwriter who co-wrote the films Toy Story, Cheaper by the Dozen, Money Talks, and Garfield: The Movie. He has also written the meta video game storyline and user interface for Activision's billion dollar franchise: "Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure," "Skylanders: Giants" Character bio creation and naming includes Buzz Lightyear and Woody. He has also produced documentaries, Directed animation shorts, Written children's books. His storytelling has created global receipts of over 2 Billion Dollars.
We're back in the Writers' Room for The Executive Hour Webcast with Barry Schindel. Barry Schindel is an Emmy-nominated executive producer and writer with credits on some of the most well-known television series in broadcast, including LAW & ORDER, CASTLE, TRAINING DAY, NUMB3RS, INTELLIGENCE, UNFORGETTABLE, and CRIMINAL MINDS: SUSPECT BEHAVIOR.
This is a chance to get your questions answered and share observations about the film industry with CEO, Rich "RB" Botto & Jason Mirch who have first-hand experience in multiple facets of the industry and have worked on films from Sundance to Studios.
This week Jason welcomes screenwriter Tripper Clancy, who wrote the summer's smash comedy hit, Stuber for 20th Century Fox! Tripper went on to write comedies and dramas of all shapes and sizes for Columbia Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Amazon, Netflix, MGM, Fox Animation, Paramount Animation, and Hasbro. He recently adapted the New York Times’ bestselling novel, The Art of Fielding, and writes on Season One of "I Am Not OK With This", a half-hour show for Netflix and is currently developing a series with Quibi. During the webcast, Tripper talks about finding an agent, selling and developing Stuber, being in the writers' room of a Netflix series, and the best advice he ever received!