I'm a filmmaker with two degrees and more than a decade of experience, I believe that I have a relevant, yet unique, skillset that makes me well-suited for the position. I’ve spent the last decade writing, directing, and editing for Film and Television. My latest film, LaRoy Texas, starring Steve Zahn (The White Lotus), has a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes. My work has played around the world and won numerous of awards. I also have experience working both as a videographer and copywriter. I’ve done projects for Saks 5th Avenue, Adobe, Intuit, among others. I’m currently working on a series of videos for the business software QuickBooks. Whether it’s filmmaking or advertising, I believe it’s all storytelling. And there’s nothing I like more than telling stories. I consider myself highly organized as well as an excellent communicator. I have experience working with executives, marketing teams, financiers, producers, and a variety of crew members. These relationships require strong listening and communication skills as well as a love of the collaboration process. To me it’s the most enjoyable part of the work.

Shane Atkinson

I'm a filmmaker with two degrees and more than a decade of experience, I believe that I have a relevant, yet unique, skillset that makes me well-suited for the position. I’ve spent the last decade writing, directing, and editing for Film and Television. My latest film, LaRoy Texas, starring Steve Zahn (The White Lotus), has a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes. My work has played around the world and won numerous of awards. I also have experience working both as a videographer and copywriter. I’ve done projects for Saks 5th Avenue, Adobe, Intuit, among others. I’m currently working on a series of videos for the business software QuickBooks. Whether it’s filmmaking or advertising, I believe it’s all storytelling. And there’s nothing I like more than telling stories. I consider myself highly organized as well as an excellent communicator. I have experience working with executives, marketing teams, financiers, producers, and a variety of crew members. These relationships require strong listening and communication skills as well as a love of the collaboration process. To me it’s the most enjoyable part of the work.

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I’m a filmmaker with two degrees and more than a decade of experience, I believe that I have a relevant, yet unique, skillset that makes me well-suited for the position.

I’ve spent the last decade writing, directing, and editing for Film and Television. My latest film, LaRoy Texas, starring Steve Zahn (The White Lotus), has a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes. My work has played around the world and won numerous of awards.

I also have experience working both as a videographer and copywriter. I’ve done projects for Saks 5th Avenue, Adobe, Intuit, among others. I’m currently working on a series of videos for the business software QuickBooks. Whether it’s filmmaking or advertising, I believe it’s all storytelling. And there’s nothing I like more than telling stories.

I consider myself highly organized as well as an excellent communicator. I have experience working with executives, marketing teams, financiers, producers, and a variety of crew members. These relationships require strong listening and communication skills as well as a love of the collaboration process. To me it’s the most enjoyable part of the work.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Poms
January 1, 2019 - Present
Feature film screenwriter; Distributors: STX, Netflix; Starring Diane Keaton, Jacki Weaver, Pam Grier.
Writer & Director & Editor at L’Ambassadeur
January 1, 2018 - Present
Short film; Writer, Director & Editor; Broadcast: France 2.
Writer at All Hail King Julien (TV Series)
January 1, 2015 - Present
Television series writer; Streaming: Netflix.
Writer & Director & Editor at Penny Dreadful
January 1, 2013 - Present
Short film; Writer, Director & Editor; Awards: More than 50 around the world; Broadcast: France 2.

Education

M.F.A., Screenwriting and Directing at Columbia University
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
B.A., Film at Columbia University
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026

Qualifications

Nickelodeon Writing Fellowship
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Emerging Talent Recognition: The Tracking Board’s Top 100 Writers on the Verge
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment