Jackson Self is an emerging writer/director and creative producer based in Philadelphia, focused on crafting compelling stories for film and digital media. He has collaborated with the student filmmaking collective The 'Wiseguys' to develop crime, action, and comedy shorts, blending cinematic storytelling with socially resonant themes. His projects, including "the Espresso Job," "The Phartment "and (currently in post-production) "C.H.A.P.S." have showcased his skills in directing, producing, and narrative design, earning recognition in local festival circuits. Currently, he is in pre-production on The Bullet, a gritty action thriller exploring justice, revenge, and urban crime, while building his professional portfolio and industry network.

Jackson Self

Jackson Self is an emerging writer/director and creative producer based in Philadelphia, focused on crafting compelling stories for film and digital media. He has collaborated with the student filmmaking collective The 'Wiseguys' to develop crime, action, and comedy shorts, blending cinematic storytelling with socially resonant themes. His projects, including "the Espresso Job," "The Phartment "and (currently in post-production) "C.H.A.P.S." have showcased his skills in directing, producing, and narrative design, earning recognition in local festival circuits. Currently, he is in pre-production on The Bullet, a gritty action thriller exploring justice, revenge, and urban crime, while building his professional portfolio and industry network.

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Jackson Self is an emerging writer/director and creative producer based in Philadelphia, focused on crafting compelling stories for film and digital media. He has collaborated with the student filmmaking collective The ‘Wiseguys’ to develop crime, action, and comedy shorts, blending cinematic storytelling with socially resonant themes. His projects, including “the Espresso Job,” "The Phartment "and (currently in post-production) “C.H.A.P.S.” have showcased his skills in directing, producing, and narrative design, earning recognition in local festival circuits. Currently, he is in pre-production on The Bullet, a gritty action thriller exploring justice, revenge, and urban crime, while building his professional portfolio and industry network.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

1st Assistant Director at Lost Bridges
September 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Running a set full of people, while also keeping track and moving along the production schedule, staying on time.
Producer at Bounty in Chinatown
March 1, 2023 - Present
Running a GoFundMe page, whilst keeping up to date on social media to boost fundraising, raising just under $1,000.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film at Temple University
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2026
High School Diploma at Souderton Area High School
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment