DIRECTOR | PRODUCER | SCREENWRITER
Damon Wayans is an actor, writer, comedian, and producer who is known for his work in In Living Color (1990-92), My Wife and Kids (2001-05), and Lethal Weapon. Wayans began his career in stand-up comedy before moving into film with roles in Beverly Hills Cop and Hollywood Shuffle.
FILMMAKER | PRODUCER
Shaquille O’Neal is one of the most famous basketball players in the world. He is also a graduate of the filmmaking conservatory program. He studied directing and cinematography at the campus in Los Angeles.
FILMMAKER
Originally from Mexico, Sara Seligman is a graduate of NYFA’s 2-Year Filmmaking program in New York City. Most recently, she made her feature film directorial debut with the U.S. premiere of Coyote Lake.
Writer | Director| Producer
Armando Bó is a writer, director, and producer known for his work on The Last Elvis (2012) and Biutiful (2010). Bó earned an Oscar in 2015 for Best Writing, Original Screenplay for Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance).
ACTOR
David Bryan “D.B.” Woodside is a film and television actor from Queens, New York whose professional repertoire speaks for itself. He made his acting debut in the TV series Murder One, appearing in 18 episodes in 1996 and 1997.
FILMMAKER
Jonathan Jakubowicz is an award-winning filmmaker from Caracas, Venezuela. He attended NYFA New York, graduating from our 4-Week Filmmaking Program in 1997.
DIRECTOR
Hannah Lux Davis is an award-winning filmmaker and graduate of NYFA’s 1-Year Filmmaking Program. She currently directs music videos for high profile music stars such as Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Drake, Miley Cyrus, Halsey, Kacey Musgraves, Kygo and more.
