10th Annual Search for New Blood Screenwriting Contest

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Horror is a classic genre that stands the test of time. Decades-spanning franchises like HALLOWEEN and SCREAM still scare new generations of audiences, while terrifying new movies and shows like THE MENU and YELLOWJACKETS are redefining the horror landscape. Hollywood and audiences are always looking for that next big horror story -- and we want it to be YOURS!

We are on the hunt for ALL types of Horror scripts - all stories are welcome! We are looking for:

> Feature film scripts like: THE BLACK PHONE, INSIDIOUS, THE INVISIBLE MAN, SCREAM, BARBARIAN, X, PREY, THE MENU

> Television scripts like: THE WALKING DEAD, YELLOWJACKETS, STRANGER THINGS, EVIL, AMERICAN HORROR STORY, SERVANT, THE WATCHER, BASED ON A TRUE STORY

But that's not all, we want to see all new, unique and fresh ideas that we haven't seen before!

For the last 12 years, Stage 32 Contests have led to dozens of success stories including writers getting representation, sold, optioned, staffed, given writing assignments and getting produced. No other contest opens more doors and we want to do the same for you.

If you have a Horror story that needs to be told, now is the time to show us what you've got, because our goal is to amplify your voice, give you the access Stage 32 is known for, and take your writing career to the next level!

Script Coverage & Resubmission Options

Would you like immediate feedback on your submission and the option to make changes and resubmit? Using our NEW Feedback & Resubmission Option you will get 3-5 pages of coverage/notes back in 5-days with a guaranteed option to resubmit one (1) revised draft of your script up to 10 days after the Final Deadline! See what elements of your script are working and what still needs to be developed. You can position yourself for the best chance of success - all for an additional fee of only $99. Please submit revised drafts to contests@stage32.com.

This option is good for a one-time use and is non-refundable/non-transferable if you do not enter an updated draft. See full terms in the Rules Section. The last day to submit new drafts with this option is November 4th, 2023.

Feedback Option

We offer discounted coverage for $49.00. With this option, you will receive 1-2 pages of coverage/notes after the Quarterfinalist Announcement on December 29th, 2023. See full terms in the Rules Section.

Resubmission Option

We offer the option to resubmit a new draft of your script later in the contest for $39.00. You only have until 5 days after the Final Deadline to submit a new draft. The last day to submit new drafts with this option is October 30th, 2023. You cannot submit a new draft after the reading process has commenced or after any announcements have been made.

Stage 32 Contest Winners Have Gone on to Work With:

Congratulations to our Winners!

Congratulations to our Finalists!

Congratulations to our Semifinalists!

Congratulations to our Quarterfinalists!

The Prizes

Our Grand Prize winner will:

• Be flown to LA for meetings (travel permitting) to meet with:
  • Nick Phillips, Producer, PBR Streetgang (SCREAM 4, HALLOWEEN RESURRECTION)
    
  • Joe Fronk, Agent, APA (client credits include FEAR THE WALKING DEAD, THE AUTOPSY OF JANE DOE)
    
  • Olivia M., Independent Finance & Sales Agent, Verve (GET OUT, INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY)
    
  • Andrew Wilson, Literary Manager & Producer, Wonderstreet Entertainment (the SAW franchise)
    
  • Michael Peterson, Director of Development, Phoenix Pictures (company credits include THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER, SHUTTER ISLAND)
    
  • Rudy Scalese, Producer (NEW NIGHTMARE, GOING TO PIECES: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE SLASHER FILM)
    
  • Karina Wilson, Story & Development Consultant (13 SINS, consulted for BLUMHOUSE)
    
  • Tim Ogletree, Producer/Writer (DEAD ZONE, THE WALKING DECEASED)
• Work with Stage 32 to develop your winning script’s pitch deck for the market
• Have your professional biography sent to an exclusive roster of over 30 agents and managers who have a First Look deal with Stage 32 and are actively looking for new clients and material after the strike is over.
• Receive a free membership to the Stage 32 Writers’ Room, a private, virtual community of writers from around the world the meet and learn from industry professionals like Meg LeFauve (INSIDE OUT, CAPTAIN MARVEL) and Aimee Riviera, VP of Motion Picture Production at Skydance Media (TOP GUN: MAVERICK), Tripper Clancy (STUBER) and managers & agents from WME, CAA, Gersh, Circle of Confusion, Zero Gravity & more!
• Free access to Stage 32’s educational webinar library, which includes over 3,000 hours of content featuring top industry professionals
• Continued support from the Stage 32 team to help move your career forward and get you in front of decision makers!

In addition to these meetings, the winner will also receive access to Stage 32’s Educational resources, be promoted on Stage 32’s social media, and have their professional biography sent to an exclusive roster of over 30 agents and managers hand picked by Stage 32 who are actively looking for new clients and material. Stage 32 will facilitate introductory meetings to any of the representatives who respond to your material and bio. This is the type of exposure that will change your career forever!

If you reach the Finals, you still get massive exposure to decision makers!

ALL FINALISTS will receive a FREE MONTH OF THE MEMBER'S ONLY STAGE 32 WRITERS' ROOM, an exclusive community of writers who gather online for inspiring and educational webcasts from top industry pros, and will be in a Stage 32 Lookbook which includes their script title, logline & bio mailed to over 500 industry executives including, managers, agents, producers, development executives, and financiers! Stage 32 Lookbooks are some of the most sought after talent resources for the industry and have helped secure meetings with places like Verve, Good Fear, 3 Arts, APA, Echo Lake, Amazon, UTA, CAA, WME, First Friday, Pathfinder, The Cartel, Art/Work and many, many more.

Stage 32 will be a champion for your script - once you’re part of our community, we make sure you rise to the top!

Our Horror Screenwriting Winners See Results

Stage 32 has launched the careers of hundreds of writers over the last 12 years. Stage 32 has quickly emerged as the leading source for industry executives to uncover new talent! Is this your year to move the needle on your career?

• Last year's Winner, Richard Doyle, who is based in Australia, met with almost a dozen industry pros and signed with literary manager Will Rosenfield through Stage 32!

• Previous winner, Christina Pamies, was signed by Billion Dollar Literary Manager, Jake Wagner. After that, he got her a paid gig with StudioCanal adapting the highly anticipated BAGHEAD. Check out the Variety article the film is featured in.
  

"I have nothing but high praise for the folks at Stage 32. Because of meetings they set me up on I am now working with Mike DeTrana from Anvil Entertainment, have director John Poloquin from Grave Encounters 2 attached to my script, and an option for financing from Three Point Capital. One of the meetings was with Daniel Bekerman, the producer of The Witch. I wrote a horror screenplay and I got to talk with the producer of one of the greatest horror films the last decade. That's got to be viewed as something good. He didn't agree to produce the film, but he did offer his company to assist us with securing grants and tax incentives if we shot up in Canada. Again, that's a pretty damn good measure of success for a contest."

- Kevin Bachar, Grand Prize Winner, Stage 32 Search for New Blood, 2017; his winning script has been produced and released - THE INHABITANT

Hear what other New Blood winners have to say:

"I have nothing but high praise for the folks at Stage 32. Because of meetings they set me up on I am now working with Mike DeTrana from Anvil Entertainment, have director John Poloquin from Grave Encounters 2 attached to my script, and an option for financing from Three Point Capital. One of the meetings was with Daniel Bekerman, the producer of The Witch. I wrote a horror screenplay and I got to talk with the producer of one of the greatest horror films the last decade. That's got to be viewed as something good. He didn't agree to produce the film, but he did offer his company to assist us with securing grants and tax incentives if we shot up in Canada. Again, that's a pretty damn good measure of success for a contest."

- Kevin Bachar, Grand Prize Winner, Stage 32 Search for New Blood, 2017; his winning script has been produced and released - THE INHABITANT

“It’s surreal. It’s changed our work life and we’re working in a professional realm that we’ve never worked in before. We’ve been struggling writers for a long time and when we found out we won, we were super stoked. Stage 32 put us out there on a bunch of meetings with production companies, managers and agents. We signed with HG5 Entertainment and are writing 2 scripts, which 1 is going into production this year. It’s changed our life.”

- Alyssa & Griffin Devine, Grand Prize Winner Stage 32 Search For New Blood Winners, 2016; Produced feature film DISCOVERY

"Speaking as a screenwriter to all my fellow writers, I highly recommend submitting to any and all Happy Writer's Writing Competition. I came in 2nd in the Search for New Blood Horror competition and it at very least exposes you and your work to industry professionals. To get that kind of eyes on something you've written, whether you end up selling your screenplay or not, is a great experience. All my best to all!"

- William Jeffrey, Stage 32 Happy Writers Search For New Blood Contest, 2015

"I have signed with a management company in LA, Infinity Management International. I met them when Stage 32 flew me down to LA, and now the deal is done. I'm so thrilled to have Stage 32 Happy Writers in my corner for this ride. I've been plugging away for more than 10 years to secure representation. My message is never give up on your dream, and surround yourself with people who can help you get there. For that, Stage 32 has become my lynchpin."

- Glenn Forbes, Grand Prize Winner, Stage 32 Happy Writers Search For New Blood Contest, 2014; Signed with Infinity Management International

"My only wish was to find this site sooner for the sake of saving time, discovering in-depth educational value, and making legitimate connections. I have to tip my hat at RB and the gang for changing the game and helping shape my future in filmmaking. I’m honored to be swimming in a community of like-minded individuals. I’m proud to be Stage 32’s HAPPIEST WRITER right now!"

- Frank Ponce, Stage 32 Happy Writers Search For New Blood Contest, 2014; Signed with 3 Arts Entertainment and his script has been picked up for development by Atlas Entertainment (The Dark Knight, American Hustle)

Some other highlights from Stage 32 contest winners and finalists include:

• Eric Jeske - was signed by literary managers Krista Sipp and Devon Byers of First Friday Entertainment after being set up on a meeting by Stage 32!
• Greg Mania - was signed by Laina Cohn and Jon Taub of Cohn/Torgan Management after being set up on a meeting by Stage 32!
• Christine Torres - signed with prolific manager and producer Brooklyn Weaver of Energy Entertainment after being set up on a meeting by Stage 32!

• Want to see some of our hundreds of success stories, click here!

Judge’s Credits and Company/Client Credits Include:

Important Dates to Be Aware Of

Super Early Bird Deadline: August 17th, 2023

Early Bird Deadline: September 13th, 2023

Regular Deadline: October 4th, 2023

Final Deadline: October 25th, 2023

Quarterfinalist Announcement: December 29th, 2023

Semifinalist Announcement: January 12th, 2024

Finalist Announcement: January 26th, 2024

Winner Announcement: February 9th, 2024

Submission Options

Feedback & Resubmission Option

Would you like immediate feedback on your submission and the option to make changes and resubmit? Using our NEW Feedback & Resubmission Option you will get 3-5 pages of coverage/notes back in 5-days with a guaranteed option to resubmit one (1) revised draft of your script up to 10 days after the Final Deadline! See what elements of your script are working and what still needs to be developed. You can position yourself for the best chance of success - all for an additional fee of only $99. Please submit revised drafts to contests@stage32.com.

This option is good for a one-time use and is non-refundable/non-transferable if you do not enter an updated draft. See full terms in the Rules Section. The last day to submit new drafts with this option is November 4th, 2023.

Feedback Option

We offer discounted coverage for $49.00. With this option, you will receive 1-2 pages of coverage/notes after the Quarterfinalist Announcement on December 8th, 2023. See full terms in the Rules Section.

Resubmission Option

We offer the option to resubmit a new draft of your script later in the contest for $39.00. You only have until 5 days after the Final Deadline to submit a new draft. The last day to submit new drafts with this option is October 30th, 2023. You cannot submit a new draft after the reading process has commenced or after any announcements have been made.

If you have any questions regarding this contest, check out frequently asked questions here.

Nick Phillips (Judge) - Producer, PBR Streetgang

Nick Phillips is a studio executive and an award-winning producer & filmmaker who has been working in the entertainment industry for over two decades working on some of the most iconic films of our time across all genres and formats.

Nick started his career in New York City at Miramax/Dimension Films as the Vice President of Development & Production where he was involved in such franchises as SCREAM, HALLOWEEN, HELLRAISER, DR. STRANGE, WEREWOLF BY NIGHT, HIGHLANDER and THE CROW. He appeared on Season 3 of Project Greenlight, helping shepherd the film Feast through production and launching a new franchise in the process.

Nick went on to work for Sony Pictures Entertainment Senior Vice President of Development & Production where he worked on successful sequels to 30 DAYS OF NIGHT and VACANCY and transitioned over to a role at Sony Screen Gems, where he oversaw a slate of films including STRAW DOGS, THIS CHRISTMAS and COUNTRY SONG.

Nick co-founded and served as Executive Vice President of Revolver Picture Company, a fully financed independent production label in conjunction with Kelly Wagner Osborne. Nick produced HAUNT with Jacki Weaver and Ione Skye; the award winning BENEATH with Jeff Fahey (both released by IFC Midnight) and DEVIL'S BACKBONE TEXAS for Fox Digital Studios. Revolver’s last feature, PET, starred Dominic Monaghan, Ksenia Solo, and Jennette McCurdy and premiered at the SXSW Film Festival and was released though Samuel Goldwyn Films. Revolver also co-produced and co-financed the horror reality series Fight of the Living Dead for YouTube Red, which ran for three seasons.

Nick then went on to produced two seasons of the series The Real Bros of Simi Valley for Studio 71 and Facebook Watch, and he produced season one of the short form series Mr. Mom for MGM and VUDU. He also produced season one of the series ALT for Gunpowder + Sky.

Nick became as the Head of Production for the feature startup studio/streaming platform CreatorPlus. CreatorPlus produced, financed and released two features – JANE, starring Madelaine Petsch, Chloe Bailey, and Melissa Leo (distributed by Blue Fox Entertainment) and DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH (distributed by Buffalo 8). He also executive produced a slate of five short films as part of CreatorPlus’ Flip The Script Short Film Program.

Most recently, Nick was head of Production for prolific producer Yale Entertainment. While there, he produced four films – BUCKY F*CKING DENT, written and directed by and starring David Duchovny; ALL YOU NEED IS BLOOD, with Mena Suvari; THE FOG OF WAR with John Cusack and Mira Sorvino; and BARRON'S COVE, starring Garrett Hedlund, Stephen Lang, Brittany Snow, and Hamish Linklater.

Nick is a prolific producer bringing all types of stories and formats to screen and loves working with writers to develop great stories that can get made.

Joe Fronk (Judge) - Agent, Agency for the Performing Arts (APA)

Joe Fronk is an Agent at Agency for the Performing Arts (APA) representing Writers, Directors, and Talent in Film, Television, and New Media, including proud members of the D.G.A, W.G.A, P.G.A, SAG-AFTRA, and the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

Previously, Joe was a manager at Island Park Entertainment where he set up the hour-long drama pitch Tinacious from writer Evette Vargas. Tinacious is set up MGM Television with Propagate Content, Rosario Dawson are set to Executive Produce alongside Marc Guggenheim, who will Executive Produce and Co-Showrun with Evette.

Joe began his career at UTA in departments including Motion Picture Talent, Literary, and Business Affairs. He left UTA for Chris Morgan Productions (CMP) at Universal as the assistant to writer/producer Chris Morgan, CMP’s VP of Production, and Director of Development.

In his time there, CMP sold four pilots in its first season of TV development, with CMP / Imagine’s “Gang Related” ordered to series for 20th Century Fox. Joe worked on set in production for the entire first season of "Gang Related" before continuing on to work in production on notable films including Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK, ANNABELLE, WE ARE YOUR FRIENDS and series including “Masters of Sex”, “Sons of Anarchy”, “Stalker” and “Kevin from Work.”

Fronk has also worked at the premium network EPIX for Head of Original Programming Jocelyn Diaz. The department's success contributed significantly to MGM’s $1 Billion acquisition of the network in March 2017 from previous joint venture partners Paramount / Viacom and Lionsgate.

 

Olivia M. (Judge) - Independent Finance & Sales Agent, Verve Talent & Literary Agency

Olivia has been working in the field that she loves since she was 14 years old. She is an agent at Verve Ventures, the independent film finance and sales team at Verve Talent and Literary Agency. Headed by former worldwide sales agent Amy Beecroft, and in collaboration by former award-winning independent producer Ross Putman, Verve Ventures provides full-service consulting from script to screen, the Ventures group’s main mission is to help take high-quality, creator-driven cinema from script to screen—and everywhere in between. Projects from the Ventures group include Steve Buscemi’s THE LISTENER starring Tessa Thompson, I LOVE MY DAD with Patton Oswalt, EMILY THE CRIMINAL starring Aubrey Plaza, ARI & DANTE starring Eugenio Derbez and Eva Longoria, Halston Sage-starring romantic comedy THE LIST, queer musical GLITTER & DOOM, contemporary romantic comedies MARY, MARY & SOME OTHER PEOPLE and PLUS ONE, Bryan Bertino’s supernatural horror film THE DARK AND THE WICKED and Anthony Maras’s HOTEL MUMBAI.

She previously acted as the Director of Development at Madre Ventures, a venture capital catalyst firm, where she worked in the verticals of clean energy, health and wellness and innovative technologies. Before that, Olivia ran her own production company, Hawknose Productions, where she sought out creatives from various backgrounds to develop and package film and television content of all genres. Her goal was and remains to inspire and delight audiences everywhere with quality entertainment that touches something greater in the human experience.

Preceding Hawknose, Olivia was the Director of Development and Production at a prominent production banner. Here, Olivia brought in and co-produced COME AS YOU ARE, written by Erik Linthorst and directed by Richard Wong, which premiered at SXSW in March 2019. She also co-produced BREAKING NEWS IN YUBA COUNTY, released in 2021 by United Artists Releasing / MGM and BREAKING NEWS, directed by Tate Taylor, starring Allison Janney and Regina Hall.

Previously, Olivia was at Blumhouse Productions, where she acted as the Executive of New Media. Some of Blumhouse's work includes GET OUT, SPLIT, HAPPY DEATH DAY and THE PURGE franchise as well as Oscar-winning WHIPLASH and highly acclaimed NORMAL HEART. She served in other roles including Manager of Acquisitions at Blumhouse Tilt, a division that acquires content for specialized theatrical release, Chief of Staff for the company and Creative Coordinator in the Feature Film Department. She joined Blumhouse from CAA where she worked for two years in both the Television and Motion Picture Literary Departments.

Completing the New York Film Academy when she was fifteen, she pursued her interest in filmmaking at Phillips Academy before receiving a Bachelor of Science in Radio / Television / Film at Northwestern University. She acts as an Advisor to students in the Senior Directing Program at Northwestern. Olivia loves to find up-and-coming voices in storytelling and looks to support them as they make their way through the industry.

Andrew Wilson (Judge & Mentor) - Literary Manager, Wonderstreet Entertainment

Andrew Wilson, a North Jersey native, is a successful producer and manager with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment business. As an industry veteran with several high-profile clients and projects, Andrew represents some of the most exciting writers and directors in the industry, and whose clients’ collective worldwide film grosses reach over a billion dollars. Wilson joined a few of his colleagues from Zero Gravity, who launched the new shingle Wonder Street Entertainment in 2019, where he continues his career in producing, negotiating, and executing major production and development deals for film, television, and digital content.

His recent projects include a film development deal with Paramount Studios and producer Frank Marshall on the legendary Shirley Jackson short story THE LOTTERY, which is slated for a 2024 production. Wilson is also an Executive Producer for the Spanish language Netflix heist thriller series BANDIDOS, currently filming in Mexico. Andrew’s prior experience includes his start at Evolution Entertainment, where he was instrumental in shepherding the ultra-successful horror franchise SAW, to the big screen. During his 11-year stint at Evolution, he helped to build the genre banner Twisted Pictures.

Other notable projects include developing and producing LOTTERY TICKET starring Ice Cube for Warner Brothers, and producing the microbudget documentary thriller DEVILS BACKBONE TEXAS for Fox Digital Studios.

Andrew currently splits his time between Los Angeles, California, and Charleston, South Carolina, with his wife and two sons. An avid runner, golfer, tattoo aficionado, and entertainment enthusiast, Andrew enjoys spending time in the low-country sampling local Southern cuisine and visiting the beach with his family.

Michael Peterson (Judge) - Director of Development, Phoenix Pictures

Michael runs Development for Phoenix Pictures with Mike Medavoy, where he worked on THE 33 with Antonio Banderas, THE PROMISE with Christian Bale and Oscar Isaac, and the Monty Python comedy ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING with Kate Beckinsale and Simon Pegg. They are in development on an NFT documentary. Michael was also involved in the development of THE LAST VOYAGE OF THE DEMETER starring Corey Hawkins, based on Bram Stoker's Dracula novel, and in production partnership with Steven Spielberg's Amblin, Universal, and Dreamworks.

Phoenix Pictures, known for producing critical and commercial hit films, including the Oscar-winning film BLACK SWAN, Martin Scorsese's SHUTTER ISLAND, and WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING. Michael produced The Critics Choice-nominated series THE LONG ROAD HOME for National Geographic and the animated film OZI: VOICE OF THE FOREST with Medavoy, which premiered at the Annecy International Film Festival. Prior to joining Medavoy at Phoenix, Michael worked in independent production as a producer and production manager.

Michael has great experience in development and is always looking for more projects to develop and grow writers' talents.

Rudy Scalese (Judge) - Producer, Works with A24, Netflix, Crypt TV, Gary Sánchez Productions, NALA Films

Rudy Scalese is a producer who has worked on over two dozen film and television productions, including Sofia Coppola’s THE BLING RING starring Emma Watson for A24 and CASA DE MI PADRE starring Will Ferrell, Diego Luna, and Gael Garcia Bernal for Netflix and Gary Sánchez Productions. He’s also worked with Oscar winners Julianne Moore, Brendan Fraser, and Paul Haggis.

Scalese specializes in horror having worked with horror legend Wes Craven on NEW NIGHTMARE and GREENLIGHT with the Horror Collective. He has also produced a number of projects for Crypt TV, ran by top producer Eli Roth (KNOCK KNOCK and DEATH WISH), and spoken at the Television Critics Press Tour for Starz.

Prior to producing an upcoming slate of Horror films in development, Scalese recently served as Vice President of Production and Development for NALA Films where he oversaw the development, production and distribution of the company’s slate, including Sofia Coppola’s THE BLING RING and Warner Independent Pictures' IN THE VALLEY OF ELAH directed by Academy Award winner Paul Haggis. Scalese also served as producer on Casa De Mi Padre, Ceremony starring Uma Thurman, Michael Angarano & Lee Pace, IM Global's 6 Souls starring Julianne Moore and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and THE AIR I BREATHE starring Kevin Bacon and Oscar-winner Brendan Fraser.

Scalese also produced the critically acclaimed documentary “Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film” for Starz/Encore based upon the book of the same title by author Adam Rockoff. Prior to producing the documentary, Scalese helped run an LA Horror Film Festival alongside “genre great” Stan Winston and was a Literary Manager at D-No Entertainment.

Karina Wilson (Judge) - Story and Development Consultant,

Karina Wilson is an independent story and development consultant who works with a broad range of clients across film and television.

 

She has helped to shape narratives in every genre, from independent documentaries to Netflix animated series. She was the in-house story consultant at IM Global and worked on many of their titles including SECRET IN THEIR EYES with Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts, 13 SINS, and THE CIRCLE with Tom Hanks and Emma Watson.

 

She is currently developing a series of Thrillers for British TV. Karina is considered an expert in the Horror genre and has taught classes at UCLA and her analysis of horror trends through the decades has been featured in the WSJ, on NPR, in medical textbooks and in documentaries alongside luminaries such as Jason Blum, Joe Dante, and Andy Muschietti.

 

She's the lead screenplay judge for niche indie horror festival, Shriekfest, and has been picking winners for them since 2007. Karina is committed to nurturing the next generation of female filmmakers, especially those offering new and diverse perspectives within genre films.

Tim Ogletree (Judge) - Producer & Screenwriter (DEADZONE, Tubi; FANTASY FOOTBALL, Paramount+)

Tim Ogletree is a producer and writer who's original screenplay FANTASY FOOTBALL was acquired by Lebron James’ SpringHill Entertainment and produced alongside Nickelodeon and Genius Entertainment. Shot on a budget of $26M, Fantasy Football stars Marsai Martin, Kelly Rowland, and Omari Hardwick, and is currently streaming on Paramount+.

 

Tim wrote the sci-fi action film DEAD ZONE for Automatic Entertainment, now streaming as a Tubi Original. Previous to that, he produced the award-winning independent rom-com BREAKING THEM UP, starring Kelen Coleman and Stephen Schneider, which received a domestic theatrical release and is now available on streaming. Tim and producing partner Bennett LeBarre were Executive Producers on the supernatural thriller BECOMING, starring Toby Kebbell and distributed by Gravitas Ventures.

 

To kickstart his career, Tim produced his first feature film based on his original screenplay, zombie comedy THE WALKING DECEASED, directed by Scott Dow. Shot for a budget of $130,000, the independent movie was released theatrically nationwide grossing over $1.3M worldwide. The success of The Walking Deceased led to his inspirational family movie ROUND OF YOUR LIFE, starring Richard T Jones and Katie Leclerc, released theatrically in over 20 US cities, followed by releases in Australia, Asia, and Latin America across all platforms.

 

He loves writing and producing across multiple genres with varying budget levels, from feature films, short films, and TV, to proofs of concept and music videos. Tim graduated from The University of Texas with a degree in Radio-TV-Film, and is based in Los Angeles.