I am an accomplished filmmaker and music executive with over 20 years of experience leading global productions in film, television, and music. I have successfully secured major collaborations and partnerships with globally recognized talent and brands. I am adept at navigating the intersection of creativity and business to drive cultural relevance and commercial success. Throughout my career, I have produced and directed a wide range of feature films and music videos, developed innovative digital strategies, and managed international artist development across the UK and Japan. I have also spearheaded content marketing campaigns boosting streaming revenue and have strengthened industry relationships with Grammy-nominated producers and high-profile artists.…

John Wayne S. III

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I am an accomplished filmmaker and music executive with over 20 years of experience leading global productions in film, television, and music. I have successfully secured major collaborations and partnerships with globally recognized talent and brands. I am adept at navigating the intersection of creativity and business to drive cultural relevance and commercial success. Throughout my career, I have produced and directed a wide range of feature films and music videos, developed innovative digital strategies, and managed international artist development across the UK and Japan. I have also spearheaded content marketing campaigns boosting streaming revenue and have strengthened industry relationships with Grammy-nominated producers and high-profile artists.…

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I am an accomplished filmmaker and music executive with over 20 years of experience leading global productions in film, television, and music. I have successfully secured major collaborations and partnerships with globally recognized talent and brands. I am adept at navigating the intersection of creativity and business to drive cultural relevance and commercial success.

Throughout my career, I have produced and directed a wide range of feature films and music videos, developed innovative digital strategies, and managed international artist development across the UK and Japan. I have also spearheaded content marketing campaigns boosting streaming revenue and have strengthened industry relationships with Grammy-nominated producers and high-profile artists.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Producer / Director at Londyn Town Pictures
January 1, 1993 - Present
Produced and directed over 200 music videos and multiple feature films including Red All Over, Ebony Hustle, Plugged, False Profits, and Ebony Hustle 2. Led production teams in the U.S., UK, and Japan, increasing global audience reach by 30%. Secured strategic partnerships with major streaming platforms, boosting viewership and distribution. Developed and launched an animated series, Foxxy and Shelly, focused on children's entertainment and educational storytelling. Led label's creative and business strategy including talent acquisition, production, and marketing. Implemented innovative digital strategies to increase brand engagement and audience reach.
Record Label President / Director of International A&R at Off The Bloc Media, LLC Silk Productions
December 31, 2015 - August 23, 2025
Managed international artist development across UK and Japan, successfully launching multiple global artists. Negotiated licensing deals expanding label presence into new international markets. Spearheaded content marketing campaigns that boosted artist streaming revenue by 40%. Strengthened industry relationships with Grammy-nominated producers and high-profile artists.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication & Media Studies at DeSales University
August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2017
Biology Major, Political Sciences Minor at University of Illinois at Chicago
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1992
Music Management at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    paper Ballin Abroad (Documentary)

    Ballin Abroad (Documentary)
    Producer
    The journey of five Champions and top-tier American athletes playing basketball in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) and Euro-Leagues.

    paper Ebony Hustle (Feature Film)

    Ebony Hustle (Feature Film)
    Producer/Writer
    Ebony Hustle is a thriller about an ex-stripper who turns into a private investigator.

    paper Red All Over (Feature Film)

    Red All Over is a feature-length thriller film that tells the story of gun violence from both sides.
    Producer/Director/Writer

    paper Plugged (Feature Film)

    Plugged (Feature Film)
    Producer
    Two West Memphis brothers, on the run from a murder rap, make a name for themselves in the streets of Houston.

    paper The Greenwood Ave Project (Documentary)

    The Greenwood Ave Project (Documentary)
    Producer
    The Greenwood Ave Project is a powerful, timely film that sheds light on one of the most overlooked chapters in American history—the legacy of Black Wall Street and the Tulsa Race Massacre.