I'm a versatile writer, director, and producer with experience shaping feature films, television pilots, and short-form digital content across multiple genres. I translate literature into screen-ready stories and cultivate emotionally resonant characters and dynamic arcs, thriving in creative spaces—from writers’ rooms to production and post-production—to bring ideas to life. My collaborations span development, production, and publishing, including Netflix series development and children’s publishing. I bring an editorial mindset, strong storytelling instincts, and a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, aiming to connect with diverse audiences and leave a lasting impact.

Justin Michael Canel

I'm a versatile writer, director, and producer with experience shaping feature films, television pilots, and short-form digital content across multiple genres. I translate literature into screen-ready stories and cultivate emotionally resonant characters and dynamic arcs, thriving in creative spaces—from writers’ rooms to production and post-production—to bring ideas to life. My collaborations span development, production, and publishing, including Netflix series development and children’s publishing. I bring an editorial mindset, strong storytelling instincts, and a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, aiming to connect with diverse audiences and leave a lasting impact.

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I’m a versatile writer, director, and producer with experience shaping feature films, television pilots, and short-form digital content across multiple genres. I translate literature into screen-ready stories and cultivate emotionally resonant characters and dynamic arcs, thriving in creative spaces—from writers’ rooms to production and post-production—to bring ideas to life.

My collaborations span development, production, and publishing, including Netflix series development and children’s publishing. I bring an editorial mindset, strong storytelling instincts, and a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, aiming to connect with diverse audiences and leave a lasting impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer at Anvil Entertainment
January 1, 2026 - Present
99 — Feature Film. Developed screenplay concepts and story structure for a forthcoming project.
Writer at Lab67 Co.
January 1, 2025 - Present
The Nazaré Line — Feature Film. Wrote the screenplay and contributed to character development and dialogue.
Writer at Lab67 Co.
January 1, 2024 - Present
The Battle Within — Feature Film. Wrote screenplay and collaborated on narrative arc and pacing.
Writer at Wonderfilm
January 1, 2023 - Present
Clean Slate — Feature Film. Screenwriter credits and story development.
Writer at Billion Pesos Productions
January 1, 2022 - Present
Billion Pesos — Feature Film. Screenwriter; contributed to draft iterations and script polishing.
Writer at GFG Entertainment
January 1, 2021 - Present
The Yangs — Feature Film. Screenwriter and collaborator on script and narrative design.
Co-Creator / Writer / Producer at Futbol Productions / Netflix
January 1, 2019 - Present
FIFAgate — Television Series. Co-created, wrote, and produced the series for Netflix.
Writer / Director / Producer at Come What May Productions
January 1, 2014 - Present
Delicious Ambiguity — Short Film. Wrote, directed, and produced the project.
Writer / Director / Producer at Come What May Productions
January 1, 2013 - Present
The One n’ Done — Comedy Series. Wrote, directed, and produced the series.
Writer / Director / Producer at Mellifluous Productions
January 1, 2010 - Present
The Saturday Night Racer — Short Film. Wrote, directed, and produced the project.
Author & Illustrator at Pegasus Publishing
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
The Bully — Wrote and illustrated the children's book; a moral and emotional growth story about empathy.

Education

B.A. in Film & Media Production (Minor in Sociology) at Santa Clara University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
Comedy Sketch Writing Program at The Second City
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

Award Winning Writer/Director
July 30, 2014 - April 30, 2026
"The One n' Done" Winner Outstanding Achievement Award Directing: Comedy Winner Outstanding Achievement Award Series: Comedy "Delicious Ambiguity" Official Selection: Cannes Film Festival
 Best of the Fest (Sun Valley Film Fest) Grand Jury Award Finalist (Florida Film Fest) Best Actress in a Comedy (Chicago Comedy Film Fest) Audience Award Finalist (LA Shorts Fest)

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment