Damon Russell facts for kids

Damon Russell is a talented person who helps make TV shows and movies. On June 29, 2016, he joined a special group called the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. This is the group that gives out the famous Oscars every year!

Damon Russell's Work in TV and Film

Damon Russell has worked on many interesting projects. He has been a producer, which means he helps organize and manage how a show or movie is made. He has also been a director, guiding the actors and crew to bring a story to life.

Making TV Shows

Damon Russell started his career working on popular TV shows.

• In 2005, he produced two episodes of Made. This was a show on MTV where young people worked to achieve their dreams.
• In 2007, he helped produce three episodes of Flip This House. This was a A&E show about people buying, fixing up, and selling houses.
• From 2007 to 2009, he produced three episodes of The First 48. This A&E series looked at the first two days of police investigations.

Directing and Producing Movies

Damon Russell has also made a name for himself in the world of movies.

• In 2011, Russell directed a film called Snow on tha Bluff. This movie was a drama that felt very real. It was set in a neighborhood in Atlanta. The film was shown at the 2011 Slamdance Film Festival and the 2012 Brooklyn Film Festival.
• In 2012, Russell produced a short film called Curfew. This film was very successful and even won an Academy Award!
• In 2014, Russell produced a longer movie called Before I Disappear. This film was based on the story from his Oscar-winning short film, Curfew.
• In 2016, Russell directed another short film titled Cul-de-Sac.