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I’m Walter Williams, a filmmaker, writer, and director with a long track record in comedy, documentary production, and digital technology. I created the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live and directed national campaigns for brands like Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King. I’m drawn to stories that mix humor with tech, and I focus on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ history. I handle end-to-end video production—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—driving compelling narratives across genres while educating and inspiring communities.…I’m Walter Williams, a filmmaker, writer, and director with a long track record in comedy, documentary production, and digital technology. I created the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live and directed national campaigns for brands like Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King. I’m drawn to stories that mix humor with tech, and I focus on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ history. I handle end-to-end video production—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—driving compelling narratives across genres while educating and inspiring communities.

Walter Williams

Film Director, Film Producer, Writer, +5

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I’m Walter Williams, a filmmaker, writer, and director with a long track record in comedy, documentary production, and digital technology. I created the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live and directed national campaigns for brands like Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King. I’m drawn to stories that mix humor with tech, and I focus on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ history. I handle end-to-end video production—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—driving compelling narratives across genres while educating and inspiring communities.…I’m Walter Williams, a filmmaker, writer, and director with a long track record in comedy, documentary production, and digital technology. I created the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live and directed national campaigns for brands like Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King. I’m drawn to stories that mix humor with tech, and I focus on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ history. I handle end-to-end video production—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—driving compelling narratives across genres while educating and inspiring communities.

Available to hire

I’m Walter Williams, a filmmaker, writer, and director with a long track record in comedy, documentary production, and digital technology. I created the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live and directed national campaigns for brands like Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King.

I’m drawn to stories that mix humor with tech, and I focus on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ history. I handle end-to-end video production—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—driving compelling narratives across genres while educating and inspiring communities.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Director at Dreamsite Productions, Inc.

January 1, 1985 - Present

Directed and produced documentaries, educational videos, and public service announcements, including campaigns for Louisiana wetlands preservation featuring Mr. Bill. Designed and authored DVDs and BluRays for mass distribution on topics like New Orleans history and cultural preservation. Produced films for organizations such as the LA Philharmonic Orchestra and The Historic New Orleans Collection.

Writer & Filmmaker at Saturday Night Live (NBC)

January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1981

Created and produced over 20 Mr. Bill skits for SNL, cementing the character as a comedic icon. Wrote and directed sketches, including Elvis Presley Coat. Collaborated with Lorne Michaels and original SNL writers and cast members during the show’s formative years.

Director & Creative Consultant at Commercial Directing | Various Locations

January 1, 1980 - Present

Created and launched the Pizza Head character for Pizza Hut’s national campaigns, producing over 20 highly popular commercials over 4 years. Directed commercials for Mastercard, Subway, Lexus, Burger King, and Wonderful Pistachios.

Documentary Filmmaker at Independent Documentaries | New Orleans, LA

January 1, 2005 - Present

Produced New Orleans – The Natural History for PBS and numerous documentaries on Louisiana’s wetlands restoration. Created a public service film series for Terrebonne Parish (2011-2016). Documented post-Katrina recovery efforts and historical narratives, showcasing New Orleans' resilience and culture. Created 10 documentaries for The Historic New Orleans Collection (2003-2010).

Director & Creative Consultant at Commercial Directing

January 1, 1980 - Present

Created and launched the Pizza Head character for Pizza Huts national campaigns, producing over 20 highly popular commercials over 4 years. Directed commercials for Mastercard, Subway, Lexus, Burger King, and Wonderful Pistachios.

Documentary Filmmaker at Independent Documentaries

January 1, 2005 - Present

Produced New Orleans The Natural History for PBS and numerous documentaries on Louisiana0s wetlands restoration. Created a series of public service films for Terrebonne Parish (2011-2016). Documented post-Katrina recovery efforts and historical narratives, showcasing New Orleans' resilience and culture. Created 10 documentaries for The Historic New Orleans Collection (2003-2010).

Director & Creative Consultant at Various Locations

January 1, 1980 - Present

Created and launched the 'Pizza Head' character for Pizza Hut’s national campaigns, producing over 20 highly popular commercials over 4 years. Directed commercials for major brands, including Mastercard, Subway, Lexus, Burger King, and Wonderful Pistachios.

Documentary Filmmaker at The Historic New Orleans Collection

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010

Created 10 documentaries for The Historic New Orleans Collection (2003 to 2010).

Documentary Filmmaker at Terrebonne Parish

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016

Created a series of public service films for Terrebonne Parish from 2011 to 2016.