Jason Collier is a film and television director who has created a number of award-winning projects. He is best known for his work on the documentary series “The Defiant Ones,” which was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2016. He also directed the feature film “The Hollars” and a number of short films.
Collier was born in Houston, Texas in 1982. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned his degree in film production. After graduating, he moved to Los Angeles and began working in the television industry. He got his start directing music videos, and soon began working on television projects.
Collier’s breakthrough came in 2012, when he directed the documentary series “The Defiant Ones” for HBO. The series followed the careers of producer Dr. Dre and rapper/executive Jimmy Iovine. It was critically acclaimed and nominated for eight Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Documentary Series.
In 2016, Collier directed his first feature film, “The Hollars.” The film starred John Krasinski, Anna Kendrick, and Margo Martindale and was praised by critics for its emotional depth and humor. It was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
Collier has continued to direct television projects, including the series “The Girlfriend Experience” and the miniseries “The Looming Tower.” He has also directed a number of short films, including “The Undefeated” and “The Great American Road Trip.”
Collier continues to direct projects for both television and film. He has a passion for storytelling and is committed to creating compelling projects that bring viewers into the world of the characters. He is an award-winning filmmaker who is continuing to make an impact on the industry.
