I'm Paul Porenta. Born in Salzburg, Austria, I explore stories at the intersection of philosophy and cinema, with formal training in philosophy and screenwriting, including an MFA in Writing for Screen and Television from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. My work spans editing, writing, dramaturgy, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across Europe and the United States to bring ideas from page to screen. Over the years I've contributed as a video editor, script coverage writer, project manager, and associate producer, helping to develop three interconnected scripted series for European broadcasters (ARD, ServusTV, RAI) with Red Bull. I’m fluent in German and English, I work with writers across Germany, Austria, and Italy, and I’m always eager to tackle new storytelling challenges with a friendly, collaborative approach.

Paul Porenta

I'm Paul Porenta. Born in Salzburg, Austria, I explore stories at the intersection of philosophy and cinema, with formal training in philosophy and screenwriting, including an MFA in Writing for Screen and Television from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. My work spans editing, writing, dramaturgy, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across Europe and the United States to bring ideas from page to screen. Over the years I've contributed as a video editor, script coverage writer, project manager, and associate producer, helping to develop three interconnected scripted series for European broadcasters (ARD, ServusTV, RAI) with Red Bull. I’m fluent in German and English, I work with writers across Germany, Austria, and Italy, and I’m always eager to tackle new storytelling challenges with a friendly, collaborative approach.

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I’m Paul Porenta. Born in Salzburg, Austria, I explore stories at the intersection of philosophy and cinema, with formal training in philosophy and screenwriting, including an MFA in Writing for Screen and Television from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts. My work spans editing, writing, dramaturgy, and production, and I enjoy collaborating across Europe and the United States to bring ideas from page to screen.

Over the years I’ve contributed as a video editor, script coverage writer, project manager, and associate producer, helping to develop three interconnected scripted series for European broadcasters (ARD, ServusTV, RAI) with Red Bull. I’m fluent in German and English, I work with writers across Germany, Austria, and Italy, and I’m always eager to tackle new storytelling challenges with a friendly, collaborative approach.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Editor at District Attorney's Office, Downtown Los Angeles
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Edited video materials for communications at the District Attorney's Office in Downtown Los Angeles.
Script Coverage at AMC Networks
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Provided script coverage and development notes for AMC Networks.
Project Manager / Associate Producer at Red Bull
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Project management for three interconnected scripted series (The Net) for European broadcasters (ARD, ServusTV, RAI); dramaturgical assistance; development of three scripts with writers across Germany, Austria and Italy.
Student / Filmmaker Trainee at Filmacademy Vienna
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Studied with Michael Haneke at Filmacademy Vienna.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Philosophy at University of Vienna
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (bakk.art) Screenplay Writing and Dramaturgy at Filmacademy Vienna
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) John Wells Division of Writing for Screen and Television at USC School of Cinematic Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

Qualifications

HUMANITAS Drama Fellowship (semi-finalist)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Nicholl Fellowship (quarter finalist)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Salzburg Screenplay Development Award finalist
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
IF SHE CAN SEE IT, SHE CAN BE IT Award finalist
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services