John Varkados

John Varkados

Screenwriter and Line Producer

Atlanta, Georgia

Member Since:
February 2018
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About John

John Varkados is an aspiring screenwriter with a passion for storytelling and a drive to bring compelling narratives to life on the silver screen. Raised in the dynamic cultural milieu of Pennsylvania after being adopted, John's deep appreciation for the art of storytelling was ignited at a young age.

With a background in Advanced Contract Negotiation at Berklee College of Music, Line Producing at Boston University, and Content Creation at Pinterest, John strives to possesses a keen understanding of the intricacies of crafting engaging narratives that resonate with audiences.

Driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, John continually hones his craft through diligent study, collaboration, and a commitment to create characters with compelling dialogue and complex story arcs.

Badges

Certifications

Loglines

  • Beckett!

    Beckett! Drama Comedy An underappreciated campaign manager considers her options as she tries to keep the political candidate in line. 

  • Dog Tags

    Dog Tags Drama A jaded Marine, grappling with PTSD after a brutal assault, unravels a military cover-up while battling the Corps' rigid bureaucracy and her own fractured family, ultimately choosing survival and self-discovery over duty and loyalty.

Credits

  • Loop Hole

    Loop Hole (2023 - 2024)
    Film (short) by iFILM PRO + One Chance Films Producer & Post-Production Supervisor Eli Johnson (Chance Dollard) finds himself plunged into a series of inexplicable and surreal events following the mysterious death of someone close. As his reality twists and distorts, Eli must confront profound emotional and psychological challenges to unravel the illusion that ensnares him.

  • The Coronating

    The Coronating (2022 - 2023)
    Film (short) by The Distorting Mirror Line Producer A knight has second thoughts before the coronation of a new king.

  • An American Sunset

    An American Sunset (2022)
    Film (short) by iFILM PRO SAG-Signatory, Writer, Director, & Post-Production Supervisor It's July 25, 2022 - a year prior to the passing of Mamie Till and the birthday of Emmett Till. Rev. Wheeler Parker, Jr., cousin and last living witness, accounts the day before the abduction and lynching of Emmett Till.

  • First Time Fixer

    First Time Fixer (2021)
    Television by Magnolia Coordinating Producer First-time house renovators take their home renovation dreams into their own hands and experience the risk and reward that comes with trying something new.

  • The Anthology of Julius, the Nigerian Immigrant

    The Anthology of Julius, the Nigerian Immigrant (2021)
    Film by Skyrunner Productions (Thriller) SAG-Signatory, Producer, UPM, & Post-Production Supervisor A Nigerian immigrant seeking his green card is caught in a web of deception when the FBI forces him to bust the very same con he used to steal millions from others.

  • The Drone That Saved Christmas

    The Drone That Saved Christmas (2021)
    Film by BOM LLC Line Producer, 1st AD, & Post-Production Supervisor Tech executive creates a superior drone that saves Christmas around the world.

  • High Bread

    High Bread (2019)
    TV Movie by Boston University (Comedy) SAG-Signatory, Line Producer, UPM, & Post-Production Supervisor A Serio-comedy about a marijuana based bakery in Boston, run by three people from different backgrounds, that break stereotypes about cultures through the franchise of the show- cannabis.

  • Moondance

    Moondance (2019)
    Film (short) by Boston University (Horror) Producer In this simplistic and artfully told piece, a woman dances with glee after committing dirty deeds that will leave her free of her dark past.

  • To Settle

    To Settle (2019)
    Film by Gravity Dog Productions, Inc. (Short) Line Producer & UPM A short film following a couple in their early 20s as they must choose between love or their career.

  • Tides

    Tides (2019)
    Film (short) by Boston University (Short) Producer Tides is a tragicomedy which follows clam diggers Chris and Fred, an eccentric pair, who are desperate to leave their sand flat and endless cycle of work, exhaustion, and turmoil; the only thing in their way are themselves.

  • Community Chaos

    Community Chaos (2018)
    Film Actor

  • Patriots Day

    Patriots Day (2016)
    Film Actor

Awards

  • Stage 32’s Fourth Annual TV Drama Screenwriting Contest (Semi-Finalist)
    (2024)

  • Golden Script Competition (Quarterfinalist)
    (2024)

  • Filmmatic Drama Screenplay (Quarterfinalist)
    (2024)

  • Screencraft Screenwriting Fellowship (Quarterfinalist)
    (2024)

  • Season 9, Filmmatic TV Pilot Awards (Semi-Finalist)
    (2024)

  • The Telly Awards (Gold Winner - General - Non-Broadcast - Student)
    (2023)

  • The Webby Awards (Winner - Video - Student)
    (2023)

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