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Hi, I'm Derek Reuter, an award-winning creative leader with over 30 years of experience in film, television, live events, game development, and digital strategy. I have a passion for storytelling and innovation and have had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to national political campaigns. I thrive on building teams and developing strategic campaigns that make a real impact. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with top-tier clients and contributed to a wide variety of creative projects including films, major music tours, festivals, and groundbreaking video games. I'm also deeply committed to sustainability, equity, and using technology to push creative boundaries. I enjoy tackling new challenges and creating meaningful experiences that engage audiences across multiple platforms.…Hi, I'm Derek Reuter, an award-winning creative leader with over 30 years of experience in film, television, live events, game development, and digital strategy. I have a passion for storytelling and innovation and have had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to national political campaigns. I thrive on building teams and developing strategic campaigns that make a real impact. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with top-tier clients and contributed to a wide variety of creative projects including films, major music tours, festivals, and groundbreaking video games. I'm also deeply committed to sustainability, equity, and using technology to push creative boundaries. I enjoy tackling new challenges and creating meaningful experiences that engage audiences across multiple platforms.

Derek A. Reuter

Creative Director, Writer, Production Designer, +4

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Hi, I'm Derek Reuter, an award-winning creative leader with over 30 years of experience in film, television, live events, game development, and digital strategy. I have a passion for storytelling and innovation and have had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to national political campaigns. I thrive on building teams and developing strategic campaigns that make a real impact. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with top-tier clients and contributed to a wide variety of creative projects including films, major music tours, festivals, and groundbreaking video games. I'm also deeply committed to sustainability, equity, and using technology to push creative boundaries. I enjoy tackling new challenges and creating meaningful experiences that engage audiences across multiple platforms.…Hi, I'm Derek Reuter, an award-winning creative leader with over 30 years of experience in film, television, live events, game development, and digital strategy. I have a passion for storytelling and innovation and have had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to national political campaigns. I thrive on building teams and developing strategic campaigns that make a real impact. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with top-tier clients and contributed to a wide variety of creative projects including films, major music tours, festivals, and groundbreaking video games. I'm also deeply committed to sustainability, equity, and using technology to push creative boundaries. I enjoy tackling new challenges and creating meaningful experiences that engage audiences across multiple platforms.

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Hi, I’m Derek Reuter, an award-winning creative leader with over 30 years of experience in film, television, live events, game development, and digital strategy. I have a passion for storytelling and innovation and have had the pleasure of working on projects ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to national political campaigns. I thrive on building teams and developing strategic campaigns that make a real impact.

Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated with top-tier clients and contributed to a wide variety of creative projects including films, major music tours, festivals, and groundbreaking video games. I’m also deeply committed to sustainability, equity, and using technology to push creative boundaries. I enjoy tackling new challenges and creating meaningful experiences that engage audiences across multiple platforms.

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Work Experience

Producer, Event Worker, Production Designer at International Alliance of Theatrical State Employees (IATSE)

April 1, 2022 - Present

Joined the union in 2022 and worked as a stage worker for notable bands and events, including Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys, the band Chicago, Dead & Company, and the Super Bowl Half-Time Show. Produced live entertainment across various formats and contributed to environmental advocacy and educational components at major music festivals, educating the public and raising funds for environmental groups.

Development Chair & Assistant Treasurer (Executive Officer) at Peire’s National Progressive Party

November 30, 2022 - July 31, 2025

Co-founded a nationwide independent political party model based on the Vermont Progressive Party. Managed growth from one chapter to fourteen states, co-drafted legal and organizational documents, and handled financial reporting to IRS and FEC. Exposed and addressed financial fraud within the organization and helped dissolve the PAC.

Development Director at Center/Citizens for Direct Democracy

March 1, 2020 - July 31, 2025

Co-founded and directed efforts for programs implementing direct democracy voting platforms. Managed nationwide services allowing citizens to vote on proposed legislation, lobbying, and referendum creation. After co-founders passed away, helped transition volunteers and assets to similar organizations.

Development Consultant & Event Worker at Friends of Downtown 501(c)(3)

January 31, 2019 - July 31, 2025

Supported community development efforts by facilitating organizational planning, rewriting bylaws, hiring staff, writing grants, and overseeing community events and beautification projects.

Development Director / Executive Director at A Greener Indiana / A Greener America

September 30, 2012 - July 31, 2025

Led a statewide environmental network, coordinating organizations and businesses to create and facilitate sustainability programs. Helped pass numerous environmental bills, organized green expos, and underwrote the state's first zero-waste music festival. Recognized as Indiana’s Innovator of the Year in 2008.

Educational Resource at Hoosier Environmental Council 501(c)(3)

September 30, 2009 - July 31, 2025

Contracted to support place-based education programs working with multiple schools on environmental stewardship, community projects, rain gardens, and water quality training.

Watershed Coordinator / Project Director at Save Maumee Grassroots Organization

July 31, 2008 - July 31, 2025

Coordinated and professionalized the organization’s watershed management efforts including river clean-ups, water monitoring, education, and pursuit of grants for watershed planning. Trained staff and volunteers, helped secure funding paths, and set organizational direction.

Secretary of the Board / Project Director at Heartland Communities 501(c)(3) Worker Co-Op

July 31, 2008 - July 31, 2025

Re-administered a grandfathered worker co-op to prevent dissolution. Oversaw organizational restructuring and incubation of sustainability initiatives including food bank operations and a solar-powered organic farm.

Web Developer / Internet Product Inventor at World Wide Web

June 1, 1995 - Present

Started as a young teen working remotely with internet pioneers and contributed to development and introduction of major internet products, platforms, and websites including RSS Feeding, Ad-Words, affiliate marketing, and early cryptographic currencies.

Creative / Writer at Disney, Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros., Paramount. Fox, Universal, & subsidiaries

March 1, 1985 - Present

Started creative writing as a child with contributions to major Hollywood films and music videos. Assisted in writing scripts and content across film, music, and gaming industries. Worked with major studios and game developers contributing creative content to numerous award-winning projects.