I am an innovative filmmaker, writer, and director with a career spanning comedy, documentary production, and digital storytelling. From creating the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live to directing national campaigns for Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King, I blend humor and technology to craft engaging narratives across genres. My work centers on environmental preservation and New Orleans' rich history, and I produce end-to-end video content—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—for educational, cultural, and public interest projects. I love telling resilient, authentic stories that connect communities and inspire action.…

Walter Williams

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I am an innovative filmmaker, writer, and director with a career spanning comedy, documentary production, and digital storytelling. From creating the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live to directing national campaigns for Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King, I blend humor and technology to craft engaging narratives across genres. My work centers on environmental preservation and New Orleans' rich history, and I produce end-to-end video content—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—for educational, cultural, and public interest projects. I love telling resilient, authentic stories that connect communities and inspire action.…

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I am an innovative filmmaker, writer, and director with a career spanning comedy, documentary production, and digital storytelling. From creating the Mr. Bill character for Saturday Night Live to directing national campaigns for Pizza Hut, Lexus, and Burger King, I blend humor and technology to craft engaging narratives across genres.

My work centers on environmental preservation and New Orleans’ rich history, and I produce end-to-end video content—from editing and sound design to CG animation and BluRay/DVD authoring—for educational, cultural, and public interest projects. I love telling resilient, authentic stories that connect communities and inspire action.

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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.

Education

Self-taught filmmaker at Self-taught / Industry collaborations
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Qualifications

WGA Award for writing on SNL
January 1, 1979 - January 15, 2026
Emmy Nomination for writing (SNL)
January 1, 1979 - January 15, 2026
Self-taught filmmaker
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
WGA Award for Writing on SNL
January 1, 1979 - January 15, 2026
Emmy Nomination for Writing
January 1, 1979 - January 15, 2026
Self-taught
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other

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