Jason Winer, a proud alumnus of Northwestern University and the Improv Olympic Theatre, embarked on his professional journey as an actor, improviser, and photographer. However, his true calling lay in directing, and he made his mark with the short film "The Adventures of Big Handsome Guy and His Little Friend" in 2004.
As his career flourished, Winer received numerous accolades, including the 2010 Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Direction of a Comedy Series for the ABC pilot "Modern Family." This achievement was followed by his recognition as one of Variety's 2011 "10 Directors to Watch."
Born in Baltimore, Winer made his feature directorial debut with "Arthur," starring the talented Russel Brand and Helen Mirren. In 2010, he also received an Emmy as a producer for Outstanding Comedy Series and a nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series for the ABC pilot "Modern Family."
Throughout his career, Winer has demonstrated his versatility as a director, producer, and writer. He served as the producing director on the first season of "Modern Family," directing thirteen of the twenty-four episodes, which ultimately won the Emmy for Best Comedy Series in 2010.
His impressive television credits include writing and directing several highly regarded pilots for CBS, FOX, and ABC, including "Giants of Radio," "Sluts," "This Might Hurt," and the upcoming "Apt. 23." Currently, he is directing season three of "Modern Family," episodes of "The New Girl," and developing pilots for ABC and NBC.
