I’m a storyteller who thrives on versatility across radio, television, film and new media. I’ve helped develop feature films and a successful TV series and spent a decade in the studio environment with a major studio, shaping projects from concept to screen. I’ve served as a story producer for reality TV and contributed as a writer, producer and director across multiple formats, including nationally syndicated radio and web content. As a writer, director and producer, I collaborate with talented teams, adapt to changing needs, and tell empathetic stories that resonate with audiences. I’m passionate about crafting compelling narratives for diverse platforms and helping projects reach their full potential through clear storytelling, strong pacing, and practical production execution.

Damion Stephens

I’m a storyteller who thrives on versatility across radio, television, film and new media. I’ve helped develop feature films and a successful TV series and spent a decade in the studio environment with a major studio, shaping projects from concept to screen. I’ve served as a story producer for reality TV and contributed as a writer, producer and director across multiple formats, including nationally syndicated radio and web content. As a writer, director and producer, I collaborate with talented teams, adapt to changing needs, and tell empathetic stories that resonate with audiences. I’m passionate about crafting compelling narratives for diverse platforms and helping projects reach their full potential through clear storytelling, strong pacing, and practical production execution.

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I’m a storyteller who thrives on versatility across radio, television, film and new media. I’ve helped develop feature films and a successful TV series and spent a decade in the studio environment with a major studio, shaping projects from concept to screen. I’ve served as a story producer for reality TV and contributed as a writer, producer and director across multiple formats, including nationally syndicated radio and web content.

As a writer, director and producer, I collaborate with talented teams, adapt to changing needs, and tell empathetic stories that resonate with audiences. I’m passionate about crafting compelling narratives for diverse platforms and helping projects reach their full potential through clear storytelling, strong pacing, and practical production execution.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer/Producer/Director
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2024
Spanned 1998–2024 as a writer/producer/director across radio, television, film and new media; developed feature films and a TV series; gained a decade of experience in the studio environment with New Line Cinema.
Writer/Director/Producer at Bigfoot in Hollywood
January 1, 2026 - Present
Feature film project Bigfoot in Hollywood, a 40-minute mockumentary exploring a never-before-seen side of Tinsel Town.
Screenwriter at Leisure Films
January 1, 2025 - Present
Screenwriter for feature film New Year’s Absolution.
Screenwriter at Los Angeles International Short Film Festival
January 1, 2023 - Present
Screenwriter for short film Day9, showcased at the festival.
Producer at Revelations (Web Series) & Dark Revelations
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Producer for web series Revelations and feature film Dark Revelations.
Screenwriter at PopArt Film Factory
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Screenwriter for feature film Options Island Rescue; optioned original script with one rewrite relocating from Central America to Southeast Asia.
Screenwriter at Perdell Productions
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Screenwriter for Inherited Evil, a low-budget single-location horror film.
Writer/Producer at V/H/S & Southbound Anthologies
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Part of the teams behind horror movie anthologies V/H/S and Southbound.
Story Producer at Mun2
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Story Producer for Fugitivos, 10 episodes; #1 new show on the sister network of Telemundo; developed compelling storylines with input from LAPD, DHS, and U.S. Border Patrol.
Writer/Director/Producer at Girl Meets Boy
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Ultra low-budget feature film starring Ben Savage and Jake Busey; festival award wins and distribution on VOD/DVD and broadcast TV; acquired by Reelshort for vertical distribution in 2025.
Assistant to the CEO at Bigfoot Entertainment
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Produced feature films and TV series from Asia; supported library sales; helped open IAFTV film school in LA; wrote blogs, copy, scripts and conducted talent interviews.
Manager of Operations at New Line Cinema
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2008
Managed operations with production, marketing and legal teams for a multi-billion-dollar movie studio; contributed to growth for a highly profitable independent studio.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Radio/TV/Film at California State University Northridge
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026

Qualifications

Semifinalist – ISA Emerging Screenwriters
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Ojai Film Festival – Girl Meets Boy
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Sundance Selection – V/H/S
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
ITVF – Girl Meets Boy Semifinalist
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
International Screenwriters Association: Dramedy - The H-Bomb Best Short Film
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
The Future of Film Festival – Day9 Best Original Screenplay
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Los Angeles International Film Festival 2023 Official Selection – Day9
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Radio: KROQ – LOVELINE: Phone screener
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment