Joe Crump is an esteemed individual, recognized for his exceptional talent as an Emmy Award-nominated Director.
His notable achievements include serving as the Co-Writer and Director of the critically acclaimed film, The Storyteller, which premiered in 2018 and garnered the prestigious Heartland Film Festival "Audience Choice Award". The film is now widely available on various Video-On-Demand platforms.
In addition to his work in fiction, Joe Crump co-directed the PBS-aired documentary, Children of Internment, alongside his sister, Kristina Wagner, in 2013.
Joe Crump's educational background is impressive, as he graduated from Columbia College in Chicago, where he pursued a degree in film. Following his graduation, he relocated to Los Angeles and spent the next six years honing his skills in the film industry. During this period, he worked as a grip, an Educational and Industrial Film scriptwriter, and as part of a camera crew for the CNN Chicago Bureau.
Notably, Joe Crump was a member of the (now defunct) NABET union, serving as a GRIP for six years. During this time, he penned 12 feature-length screenplays, showcasing his versatility as a writer.
However, Joe Crump's journey took an unexpected turn when he "got sidetracked" for approximately 20 years. During this period, he built a successful real estate investment business and software tech company, diversifying his professional portfolio.
Today, Joe Crump resides in Indiana with his family, where he continues to nurture his creative pursuits.
