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YOUR TEAM AT GALLAGHER LITERARY:
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Rob Gallagher
President, Literary Manager, Producer, Packager, Financier & Distributor
A veteran decorated military intelligence agent turned film enthusiast, Rob
rose quickly through the ranks working as a studio acquisitions & development VP, before becoming a top literary
& packaging agent, then a manager & producer, and finally running the world's biggest
independent film finance & distribution company which finances films for every major
studio earning tens of billions and countless guild awards.
Known among top studio execs for exceptional taste, Rob has
unique insider expertise on both sides of the fence as a buyer and seller and will use every resource
available to get your script in the best possible shape before taking it to market
and then seeing it through to production and distribution.
Jim Fernald
Producer, Executive Vice President of Finance & Production
One of the top finance and production minds in the world with strong ties to international studios and finance entities, Jim spends most of the year on the road at the international markets securing finance and production deals.
Terri Zinner
Producer, Senior Vice President of Development
Peerless and exhaustive in her dedication to working with writers and perfecting their craft, Terri has probably read more scripts than anyone in the industry. Very hands on in guiding writers towards a flawless product and directing her development team to bring out the best in your writing.
Daniel Gebretensai
Vice President of Development
Said to eat scripts for breakfast (with plenty of syrup of course). Has a nose for structure and known for creative solutions to the usual story problems. Degree in Computer Information Systems from California State University, Los Angeles, and brings his expertise in technology to add realism to many stories.
Myke Friscia
Director of Development
Holds a world record for the most films ever watched and the thick reading glasses to prove it. Myke can quote dialogue like an encyclopedia
and unfortunately often does during staff meetings. He is a graduate of the UCLA writers program and has years of experience in development for production companies and screenplay competitions. If you think you know more about development than he does, he'll be the first to tell you you're wrong.
Chelsea Hackett
Senior Manager of Development
Chelsea Hackett received her MFA in screenwriting from the USC School of Cinema-Television, while working for Gallagher Literary and Innovative Artists in their literary departments. She then worked for Vivendi Entertainment as an Acquisitions Executive. She holds a B.A. in International Relations and French, also from USC, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude/Phi Beta Kappa, and spent a year in Paris studying at L’Institut des Etudes Politiques. In her spare time, she is a passionate college football fan, her team being (of course) USC.
Ryan Gilmour
Senior Manager of Development
An expert in character and comedy, Ryan cautions you not to drink milk while reading his notes. Can fix comedic dialogue in his sleep but usually blows it when it comes to dry film noir detective type stuff. Another graduate of USC and will remind you every chance he gets.
Michael Beazel
Manager of Development
Specializing in detail checking and research, Michael leaves no stone unturned to perfect your
script much to the annoyance of lazy writers. An expert in filmmaking, history and aviation, he is still struggling to find a way to tie these disciplines together. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (American Studies - Film and Television) from the University of South Florida, Tampa, and cooks a mean gumbo.
Angela Crawford
Manager of Development
Angie is an experienced writer and actor with a flair for comedy. She has a degree in Communication Arts: Radio-Television-Film from the University of Wisconsin and previously was in charge of development for The Scriptwriters Network. One of the most creative and brightest minds we have but is known for being straightforward even if it stings.
Kurt St. Angelo
Senior Creative Executive
Yet another lawyer hyphen creative executive on our team, Kurt knows politics and roofing as well
as any man alive and will talk about both when you least desire it. Can invent things like McGyver and fix your script with a paper clip and gum wrapper (at least it will hold together). Earned a Juris Doctorate from the Indiana University School of Law who he is in the process of suing.
Jess Loveland
Senior Creative Executive
Jess Loveland is an experienced script reader and editor - she has read for numerous independent production companies, screen agencies and competitions, and has worked with writers in Europe and North America with equal delight. Jess holds an MFA in script development from the National Film and Telelvision School in London, UK, and an MA in Film and Television Production from the University of Bristol, UK. Jess enjoys reading all genres but her key specialism lies in developing thriller narratives. Will drink any man under the table.
Monty Michelson
Creative Executive
Monty has an MFA from the University of California Riverside in Creative Writing and Writing for the Performing Arts, and he is also a produced screenwriter and published novelist -- go figure. Monty's background is in Public Relations and runs our inhouse PR Department.
Edmund Moy
Creative Executive
As an experienced actor and screenwriter, Ed has a special talent for characters and drama with a flair for inappropriate impersonations during client meetings. He is also an award-winning freelance writer and journalist, which he'll remind you of often.
Chris Kowalczyk
Creative Executive
After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Chris wrote, produced and directed the feature length film titled Wobble: The Weight of the Truth, currently being distributed through Singa Home Entertainment on Netflix. As of now, Chris is developing seven new screenplays, and a book titled Back at Bird, which chronicles his near-death experiences as a dock builder. Claims to speak with spirits and often speaks in tongues.
Kara Raynaud
Creative Executive
A prolific screenwriter and director, Kara has worked in film and television for various studios over 15 years and counting. She understands the market and knows the importance of grabbing the reader in the first ten pages.
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