Thayne Wheeler

Director
Filmmaker, Art Director, Production Designer and Director

South Jordan, Utah

Member Since:
March 2015

Last online:
> 2 weeks ago

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About Thayne

I'm a cross-disciplinary artist that started out as a draughtsman, then graphic designer, to illustrator, film director, photographer and educator. Life led me through these creative fields because of necessities of the life. Otherwise, I may have remained a fine artist. I have chosen filmmaking because is uses all of these creative traits and more.

Besides my past experience in the other creative industries, I work on filmmakers' projects as a Production Designer or Art Director. My artistic background helps me create the visual thread through their story. I have been fearfully working on switching gears to directing. I do have the educational background and years of experience working under other directors. I also excelled as a graduate student in film, but I never could see the path in that career. I'm learning that you clear that path as you move forward.

I have been working on my own short / poc. I have finished filming it and now it goes through the post process. The DP wants to edit it and I feel he may be stronger in that area. I derived the short from a feature I have written. My first one.

I did one other short several years ago. I thought of reviving it and see if I can make it better in the post process. That way, I'd have two shorts.

I have listened to RB's audiobook, "Crowdsourcing for Filmmakers." I need to apply what I have learned. It has been very helpful as well as the various podcasts that I follow, such as Alex Ferrari's multiple podcasts.

I'm interested in learning to produce my own productions. Instead of working on others productions solely, I'd like to create my own content and bring on other creatives to help me accomplish my vision. I feel that I need to at least get one feature under my belt.

Unique traits: Grew up Army Brat and grew up here and there, four children, divorced, alumni of ACCD. Diverse artist: film, illustration, design and photography. Pro with Photoshop.

Gender:
Male

Height:
5' 6"

Weight:
165

Body type:
Average

Hair:
Short

Hair color:
Brown

Eyes:
Brown

Certifications

Photos

"Witnesses." UT art department on a successful & crazy set!

Credits

Witnesses (2019)
Film by Pella Media Group Art Director With support from Martin Harris, Oliver Cowdery, and David Whitmer, Joseph Smith translates the plates, but the loss of 116 pages of the newly translated Book of Mormon threatens to destroy the new religious movement. Rising threats and court challenges confront the fledgling religion from the outside—jealousy and pride threaten from within—but an unprecedented spiritual outpouring binds the witnesses to a young prophet. Enemies are emboldened as the growing church faces continued opposition. Failure at Kirtland looms as the strong bonds of friendship begin to break, but ultimately the witnesses remain resolute to their claims.
Shapermint (2019)
Commercial by Shapermint / Harmon Bros Art Director Shapewear for women commercial.
Second Chances (2019)
Film (short) by Centrifugal / Thayne Wheeler Director / Writer more coming... in post production
Long Haul (2019)
Film Production designer
Love, Kennedy (2017)
Film Art department
Sacred Vow (2016)
Film by Rob Diamond Art Director The couple, after a brief affair by him, he has decided to get back with his faithful wife but will it be too late? It may, but you should view the movie; it is not wise to divulge too much.
Ice Sharks (2016)
TV Movie Art department
America's Got Talent (2016)
TV Series Miscellaneous Crew
Love Everlasting (2016)
Film (Romance) Art director Bridger Jenkins was born with a rare heart defect and is in desperate need of a transplant. At the tender age of only 3 years, Bridger's life is hanging in the balance. His doting mother Helen is raising Bridger on her own and is in search of a miracle. The doors of heaven are soon opened and Bridger receives the heart he needs to go on living. 14 years later, Bridger has grown into an outstanding young man who knows that his time on earth is limited. His romantic heart longs to find true love and to see the ocean before his time runs out. Living in poverty, his mother has done everything in her power to give her son a good life, but their world is once again turned upside down when Bridger's abusive stepfather threatens their lives. On the road with only 197 dollars to their name, Bridger and his mother embark on one final journey to fulfill a lifelong dream. But a series of obstacles foil their plan and they end up stuck in the middle of nowhere - a small town that will prove to ... Written by Rob Diamond
Alpha Commercial (2016)
Commercial by Darin Southam Art Director
Waffle Street (2015)
Film (Comedy and Drama) Art director Waffle Street's riches-to-rags tale is an adaptation of James Adams' 2010 memoir of the same name (published by Sourced Media Books), which chronicles the financier's foray into the food industry. After being laid off at the hedge fund where he worked, and further jaded by his culpability in the crisis, Adams chose to work at a popular 24-hour diner where he claims "most of his financial knowledge has been gleaned." Offering a fresh take on the fallout of corporate greed, Adams' is a tale of the redemption and unlikely friendship found under the tutelage of Glover's character Edward, the best short-order cook in town. Written by Autumn McAlpin
A Christmas Eve Miracle (2015)
Film (Comedy and Family) Production designer Sharon and Dustin Holden (Olivia D'abo and Anthony Starke) were High School sweethearts. They went to the same college and graduate school together and earned everything they ever dreamed of: great kids, great jobs, and the loyal golden retriever, "Jerry" (Jon Voight). But before long, Sharons's career consumes her world. In an effort to rekindle the joyous family life they once shared, Dustin insists on taking a Christmas vacation to their old stomping grounds, Farthering Pines. When they arrive, they're greeted by Jack Carter (C. Thomas Howell), Robert Jones (Jonathan Silverman) and their families. Despite the festivities, Sharon just can't seem to pull herself away from her work. Frustrated in juggling both her family and work life, Sharon wonders aloud how life would be if she and Dustin did not have children. The next day she wakes up to find that her wish has come true and her children are nowhere to be seen! At first she enjoys this new version of her life, but upon seeing how ... Written by Crystal Sky Pictures
Justin Time (2010)
Film (Adventure and Family) Art director An ancient stone amulet and calendar disc has the power to stop time. Passed from generation to generation, these magical artifacts end up in the hands of an 18-year-old half Shoshoni Indian named Justin, who chooses to to use his power to make the world a better place. But on the other side of the equation is the power-seeking philanthropist, Micahel Romano, who seeks to indulge in the riches of the world. Written by Rob Diamond
States of Grace (2005)
Film (Drama) PA Although Elder Farrell and Elder Lozano are assigned together as Mormon missionary companions they are a study in contrasts. Farrell, from Utah, is bookish, sensitive, focused on seeking potential converts, and dedicated to following mission rules. Elder Lozano was shot by a rival gang when being initiated into the Latino gang of his brothers and then was converted to the LDS church while recovering at the same time as a missionary in the hospital. Due to go home in three weeks, he shows more interest in playing basketball than teaching people. One day while going door to door in Venice, California they find themselves caught in crossfire as a Latino gang does a drive-by shooting. Lozano renders aid to Carl, an African American gang member who is seriously wounded. Upon recovery, Carl thanks him and becomes interested in learning about what the missionary has to teach about redemption. Returning home, the elders find an ill man lying on the street and take him back to their apartment.... Written by Brian Greenhalgh