As StudioNow's Vice President of Production, John oversees the development and support of our global network of creative professionals. John works closely with the StudioNow Creative Network to make sure that StudioNow is a valuable and profitable resource for all of our Members.

John has worked on major television productions "Crossroads" and "Most Wanted Live" for CMT as well as a variety of major music videos including videos for Toby Keith and Martina McBride. In addition to his work in television and music video production, John has worked on a variety of independently produced projects. Most recently, John served as Director of Marketing & Communications for The History Factory, a heritage management firm that provides heritage-based communications solutions for major corporations including Brooks Brothers, Accenture, and Microsoft.

In addition to his film and video experience, John has extensive experience in Internet Retail and Entertainment, having served as the Manager of Content and Community for Buy.com, in Aliso Viejo, CA. Buy.com is one of the largest Internet retail companies, which generated over $100 million in its first year in business.

John received a B.A. in History from The University of the South in Sewanee, Tenn. and also attended The International Film and Television Workshops in Rockport, Maine.

Favorite Films: It's a Wonderful Life, Casablanca, Gates of Heaven, Salesman, Comedian, Traffic

Favorite Actor of All Time: Jimmy Stewart

Favorite Active Actor: Don Cheadle, Steve Zahn

Favorite Director: Errol Morris

Style: Documentaries are my first love - preferably in the "cinema verite" style. I'm not big on non-traditional transitions and quick jump-cuts that take away from the story -- my style tends to skew toward the classic and traditional