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Hi, I’m Brian James O’Connell. I am a director, producer, and writer with a professional background in voice-over artistry, filmmaking, and digital content creation. I’ve worked on feature films, television shows, and digital projects, often combining my passion for storytelling and production to create engaging content.
I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of talented individuals and platforms, from award-winning theater companies to well-known digital series and animation projects. Whether directing, writing, or lending my voice talent, I enjoy bringing creative ideas to life in a professional setting.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Work Experience
Director, Co-Writer at Bloodsucking Bastards
December 31, 2015 - August 2, 2025Directed and co-wrote the feature film "Bloodsucking Bastards" which premiered in 2015 at Slamdance and had a multi-city theatrical release as well as Showtime and Amazon Prime distribution.
Director at Indican Pictures
December 31, 2011 - August 2, 2025Directed the 2011 film "Angry White Man", featuring Matt Berry and Scoot McNairy. This was Matt Berry's first US feature film.
Writer, Director at Fabrication Films, Grindstone Entertainment Group
December 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Wrote and directed "Killer View" (2009), the first feature film to be shot entirely on disposable video cameras.
Co-Creator, EP, Writer, Co-Director, Voice Talent at Hell Den (SYFY Channel)
January 1, 2019 - PresentCo-created and executive produced the TV series "Hell Den" starting in 2019, also contributing writing, directing, and voice talent.
Co-Creator, EP, Writer, Co-Director, On-Air Talent at Pitchslap! (TBS, NBCUniversal)
December 31, 2016 - August 2, 2025Co-created and executive produced the pilot "Pitchslap!" in 2016, also involved in writing, directing, and performing on-air.
Additional Writing/Research, On-Air Talent at MOCKpocalypse (AXS TV.)
December 31, 2015 - August 2, 2025Provided additional writing and research and served as on-air talent from 2014 to 2015.
Director at American Airness
December 31, 2017 - August 2, 2025Directed digital projects including content for 2017 New Form Digital Incubator and 2016 Carvana.
Writer, On-Air Talent at Temple Run: Life of a Demon Monkey, PSYOP
December 31, 2017 - August 2, 2025Worked as writer and on-air talent from 2015 to 2017 on the digital project "Temple Run: Life of a Demon Monkey."
Co-Founder/De-Facto Artistic Director/Improv Instructor at The Pack Theater
December 31, 2019 - August 2, 2025Co-founded and served as artistic director and improv instructor from 2016 to 2019. The company was recognized as LA Weekly's Best Theater Company in 2016.
Writer at UPROXX
December 31, 2018 - August 2, 2025Wrote deep-dive historical articles, breaking news stories, and critical reviews for the professional wrestling site "With Spandex" from 2017 to 2018.
Improv Instructor, Festival Co-Producer, Bar Manager at iOWest
December 31, 2018 - August 2, 2025Served as improv instructor, festival co-producer, and bar manager between 2007 and 2018; co-produced major comedy festivals including the LA Improv Comedy Festival.
Member at DR. GOD, Los Angeles' Premiere Comedy Troupe
January 1, 2008 - PresentMember of DR. GOD comedy troupe from 2008 to present, performing improv and comedy acts.
Director, Co-Writer at Bloodsucking Bastards
December 31, 2015 - August 2, 2025Directed and co-wrote the feature film Bloodsucking Bastards, which premiered at Slamdance in 2015. The film featured Pedro Pascal, Fran Kranz, and Joel Murray, and had a multi-city theatrical release as well as availability on Showtime and Amazon Prime.
Director at Indican Pictures
December 31, 2011 - August 2, 2025Directed the 2011 feature film Angry White Man, starring Matt Berry and Scoot McNairy. This was Matt Berry’s first US feature film.
Writer, Director at Fabrication Films, Grindstone Entertainment Group
December 31, 2009 - August 2, 2025Wrote and directed the 2009 feature film Killer View, the first feature film to be shot entirely on disposable video cameras.
Co-Creator, EP, Writer, Co-Director, Voice Talent at Hell Den
January 1, 2019 - PresentCo-created and produced Hell Den on SYFY Channel from 2019 to present. Responsibilities included writing, co-directing, executive producing, and providing voice talent. Show featured a cast including Maria Bamford and Matthew Lillard.
Co-Creator, EP, Writer, Co-Director, On-Air Talent at Pitchslap!
December 31, 2016 - August 2, 2025Co-created and co-directed the pilot Pitchslap! aired on TBS and NBCUniversal in 2016. Served as executive producer, writer, and on-air talent alongside Kate Micucci and Joel McHale.
Additional Writing/Research, On-Air Talent at MOCKpocalypse
December 31, 2015 - August 2, 2025Provided additional writing and research as well as on-air talent for AXS TV from 2014-2015. Cast included Sam Richardson and Brendan Hunt.
Director at American Airness
December 31, 2017 - August 2, 2025Directed digital projects including 2017 New Form Digital Incubator content 'Two Things You Need To Know, One Thing You Don't' and 2016 Carvana campaign.
Writer, On-Air Talent at Temple Run: Life of a Demon Monkey, PSYOP
December 31, 2017 - August 2, 2025Worked as writer and on-air talent for Temple Run: Life of a Demon Monkey from 2015-2017.
Co-Founder/De-Facto Artistic Director/Improv Instructor at The Pack Theater
December 31, 2019 - August 2, 2025Co-founded and served as artistic director and improv instructor from 2016 to 2019. The company was recognized as LA Weekly's Best Theater Company in 2016.
Writer at UPROXX
December 31, 2018 - August 2, 2025Wrote deep-dive historical articles, breaking news stories, and critical reviews for the professional wrestling site 'With Spandex' from 2017-2018.
Improv Instructor, Festival Co-Producer, Bar Manager at iOWest
December 31, 2018 - August 2, 2025Improv instructor and event producer involved with the LA Improv Comedy Festival, LA Scripted Comedy Festival, and the Funny Women Festival from 2007-2018.
Member at DR. GOD Los Angeles' Premiere Comedy Troupe
January 1, 2008 - PresentMember of the comedy troupe from 2008 to present.
Education
B.F.A. at University of North Carolina School of the Arts
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008B.F.A. at School of Filmmaking, University of North Carolina School of the Arts
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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