Hi, I’m Neil Payne. I’m a filmmaker based in Costa Mesa, California, with a passion for directing TV spots, shorts, and music videos. I collaborate with talented teams to craft clear stories and bold visuals, delivering efficient productions from concept through post.…

Neil Payne

Hi, I’m Neil Payne. I’m a filmmaker based in Costa Mesa, California, with a passion for directing TV spots, shorts, and music videos. I collaborate with talented teams to craft clear stories and bold visuals, delivering efficient productions from concept through post.…

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Hi, I’m Neil Payne. I’m a filmmaker based in Costa Mesa, California, with a passion for directing TV spots, shorts, and music videos. I collaborate with talented teams to craft clear stories and bold visuals, delivering efficient productions from concept through post.

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English
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Work Experience

Director at RockChalk Pictures
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024
Directed a series of high-profile film and TV projects, including Suntory Whisky, Dior, Chanel 30, Kings Boulevard, and Arcadia. Led creative direction, on-set supervision, and post-production oversight; collaborated with talent, producers, and partners to deliver award-worthy campaigns.
Director at RockChalk Pictures
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Directed a TV spot for Dior, overseeing pre-production, direction on set, and coordination with post-production teams; project contributed to nominations in film and festival circuits.
Director at RockChalk Pictures
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Directed Chanel 30 TV spot; achieved recognition with a Best Commercial award at the Madonie Film Festival and additional festival nominations.
Director at RockChalk Pictures
April 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019
Directed Kings Boulevard, a short film that won Best Short Comedy at the LA Short Film & Script Film Festival; managed script, casting, and production logistics.
Director at RockChalk Pictures
May 1, 2010 - May 1, 2010
Directed Arcadia, a music video that garnered recognition as Best Director at First Glance LA Film Festival; oversaw concept development, supervision of crew, and delivery of final cut.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at Chapman University - Dodge College of Film & Media Arts
August 1, 2002 - May 1, 2008
Bachelor of Arts at Washburn University
September 1, 1994 - December 1, 1998
Master of Fine Arts at Dodge College of Film & Media Arts, Chapman University
August 1, 2002 - May 1, 2008
Bachelor of Arts at Washburn University
September 1, 1994 - December 1, 1998

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other

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