Josh Berman

Hired as screenwriter for independent historical drama feature film. Interviewed ex-participants from the Permits With Transportation program throughout the 1970's, which attempted to desegregate the Los Angeles Unified School District by bussing low-income African American students to schools in high-income, predominantly caucasian areas. Will serve as Associate Producer on completed project.

Wrote and directed comedic web series for online distribution under independent company banner. Led a cast of over thirty and crew through a complex, synchronized shoot. Took full command of writing process and led pre-production development with producers including casting, location scouting, budgeting, and scheduling. Shot full season in single night to minimize budget and maximize profit.

Wrote and produced short film intended for festival circulation. Managed a crew of 30+ over 6 days of shooting; kept production on schedule; maintained proper updated paperwork with the Screen Actor's Guild (SAG), managed background actors.

Wrote, directed, and helped produce 30 minute short film for festival circuit; commanded cast and crew of 28 on production for 6 days; operated efficiently throughout pre-production and production.

Contracted to write an independent feature film for future production.

Covering script submissions, researching new material, managing telephones, incoming/outgoing mail, expense reports/reimbursements, greeting talent, assisting executives to ensure most efficient run of the office.