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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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We’re back in the Writers’ Room for the Executive Hour with special guest Todd Slavkin. Prepare to delve into Todd’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!
In the first Executive Hour of 2021, we're bringing in Multi Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and author Shane Stanley! Shane has worked in almost every capacity on and off the set with hit shows like "SEINFELD" and producing films like Sony Pictures’ GRIDIRON GANG starring Dwayne Johnson. For three years, Shane was Vice President of Sheen/Michaels Ent. where he produced several motion pictures starring Marlon Brando, Mira Sorvino, Thomas Hayden Church, Donald Sutherland, Marisa Tomei, Sean Penn, and John Travolta. During the webcast we discuss Shane's time working on - and getting fired from - "SEINFELD", producing for Dwayne Johnson, developing features with Charlie Sheen, and much more!
We're back in the Writers' Room for the Executive Hour Webcast with Netflix Script Analyst Michael Schulman! Michael Schulman is a Feature Story Analyst for Netflix as part of its Independent Original Film Division, and his job revolves around evaluating feature screenplay submissions and deciding which ones to pass up to the executives to consider. Prior to his role at Netflix, Michael spent nearly a decade in the story department at CAA where he found projects for CAA clients. Over his storied career, Michael also served as an agent at ICM’s Motion Picture Literary Department and held numerous studio creative executive positions at Orion, TriStar, and Disney where he worked to develop film and television projects with some of the top talent in the industry. Michael is very familiar with what it takes for a script to find its way to decisionmakers since this has been a key feature of his job for over a decade. This was a great conversation with Michael!
Stage 32 CEO and Founder, RB Botto is joining the Writers' Room for a special Happy Hour Webcast. He joined this exclusive Zoom session with Stage 32 Exec Nick Philip as host. RB to answered questions LIVE on Zoom for Writers' Room members! Watch as RB shares insights and inspirations, and celebrate the journey of writing and developing with us!
Sebastian is currently a partner in Circus Road Films after working in development at Paramount, and at Touchstone, the TV division of Disney and ABC.We'll discuss the business + a live Q&A!
We're back in the Writers' Room at 4pm (Pacific) for the Executive Hour Webcast with Paramount+ Creative Executive Aaron Kerman. Aaron is a Development Executive in the Originals Content Development division of the recently launched Paramount+. He has worked on series including THE GOOD FIGHT, THE TWILIGHT ZONE, STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, GUILTY PARTY, and WHY WOMEN KILL, among many others. Aaron has been at CBS Studios for the last three years. Prior to this, he was at WME for two years, working directly with the heads of TV and Talent. His is a graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts.