Friday, February 27th | Rm 201
11:00-11:50 AM
Discover how filmmakers are creating impactful work beyond the traditional studio model. This panel explores independent pathways to development, financing, production, and distribution — proving that powerful stories can thrive outside Hollywood. Hear from industry voices forging new routes in today’s evolving film landscape.
MODERATOR:
Featured Guests:
Rob Diamond
Savannah Ostler D’Alo
Stephenie Cooper
Panelist Bios:
Rob Diamond is an award winning filmmaker. He's been directing, writing and producing feature films since 1998 and has over 30 feature film credits to his name. His movies have been distributed worldwide. “Wayward: The Prodigal son” was purchased at a film festival and released in select theaters nationwide. His film "Lucy Shimmers and The Prince of Peace" starring Scarlett Diamond and Vincent Vargas won the prestigious Silver Crown Award for best feature film at the 2021 International ICVM Crown Awards. Recent feature films include “Lady in The Locket,” “Forgiveness Girl” and “Gabriella.” Rob has written over 50 screenplays to date and continues to stay busy as a dedicated filmmaker and sought after acting and screenwriting coach.
Savannah is a screenwriter and filmmaker whose work emphasizes performance-driven storytelling and collaboration with actors. She has directed feature films including Twice The Dream, Even In Dreams, and Buster Brooks, and worked with talent from projects such as High School Musical: The Series, Transformers, and Netflix’s One of Us Is Lying. With experience in both narrative and commercial work, Savannah is known as an 'actor’s director,' creating authentic, emotionally resonant performances across film and advertising.
Friday, February 27th | Rm 201
11:00-11:50 AM
Discover how filmmakers are creating impactful work beyond the traditional studio model. This panel explores independent pathways to development, financing, production, and distribution — proving that powerful stories can thrive outside Hollywood. Hear from industry voices forging new routes in today’s evolving film landscape.
MODERATOR:
Featured Guests:
Rob Diamond
Savannah Ostler D’Alo
Stephenie Cooper
Panelist Bios:
Rob Diamond is an award winning filmmaker. He's been directing, writing and producing feature films since 1998 and has over 30 feature film credits to his name. His movies have been distributed worldwide. “Wayward: The Prodigal son” was purchased at a film festival and released in select theaters nationwide. His film "Lucy Shimmers and The Prince of Peace" starring Scarlett Diamond and Vincent Vargas won the prestigious Silver Crown Award for best feature film at the 2021 International ICVM Crown Awards. Recent feature films include “Lady in The Locket,” “Forgiveness Girl” and “Gabriella.” Rob has written over 50 screenplays to date and continues to stay busy as a dedicated filmmaker and sought after acting and screenwriting coach.
Savannah is a screenwriter and filmmaker whose work emphasizes performance-driven storytelling and collaboration with actors. She has directed feature films including Twice The Dream, Even In Dreams, and Buster Brooks, and worked with talent from projects such as High School Musical: The Series, Transformers, and Netflix’s One of Us Is Lying. With experience in both narrative and commercial work, Savannah is known as an 'actor’s director,' creating authentic, emotionally resonant performances across film and advertising.
