Director, editor, and producer Chad Joshua Callner commenced his television career at the tender age of 15, showcasing an impressive level of dedication and passion from the very beginning. His remarkable journey culminated in his first major award at the age of 22, a Telly, for directing a public service announcement featuring Rick Allen of Def Leppard, which garnered international attention through its broadcast on MTV.
As he continued to hone his skills, Callner expanded his repertoire to include editing, with his first comedy special for HBO earning him an Emmy nomination. His subsequent Emmy nomination resulted in a win for outstanding editing of Justin Timberlake's HBO special, a testament to his exceptional talent and craftsmanship.
Callner's versatility and adaptability were further demonstrated through his work on the short film For Tomorrow: the First Step of the Revolution, featuring TOMS Shoes. This film won the audience selection award at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, paving the way for TOMS Shoes to become the fastest-growing shoe company in history.
Throughout his illustrious career, Callner has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge content. Some of his notable career highlights include:
* Director: The Comedians of Comedy, Live at the Troubadour: Comedy Central
* Visual effects designer: The Rolling Stones HBO special 40 Licks: HBOLead Editor: Snoop Dogg's Fatherhood E!
* Editor: Paley Center for Media Specials FOX
* Supervising Editor: House M.D., Swan Song Series Finale FOX
* Editor: Mystery Diners, Storage Hunters, Museum Men: Food Network, TruTV/H2
* Editor: Comedy Specials: Patton Oswalt, Finest Hour: Comedy Central, John Leguizamo's Sexaholix: Cream Cheese Films. Chris Rock Kill the Messenger, Robin Williams Live on Broadway: HBO
* Editor: Behind-the-scenes: Star Wars, The Walking Dead
* Director of Photography: Adidas commercial and Incubus special
A native New Yorker, Callner is not only a talented filmmaker but also a committed environmentalist. He has founded his own company, Chad Callner Productions, in California, with the goal of creating impactful programming that resonates with audiences worldwide.
