Zach Helm

An accomplished writer, director, and writing consultant with 30 years of experience in film, television, and theater. Expert in story development, dramatic writing, and mentorship, with a track record of over 40 film projects sold or hired on, including major productions such as Stranger Than Fiction, Deep Water, and Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium.

Award-winning playwright with international productions and extensive experience consulting for top-tier studios, production companies, and educational institutions.

Freelance Writer & Consultant

(1996)

• Currently adapting James Phillips’ West End Play ‘McQueen’ with Radar Pictures
• Since 1996, has developed, written, and sold over 40 film, theater and television projects, collaborating with industry leaders including Disney, Amazon/MGM, Illumination, Warner Bros., Universal, Berlanti Productions, Maximum Effort,
• Wrote, produced and directed major film releases, Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium; wrote Stranger Than Fiction and Deep Water, and developed (Emmy Winning) The Night Of with Steve Zaillian.
• Playwright of Good Canary, translated and produced in 5 countries, including two national tours, and three productions directed by John Malkovich.
• Provided writing consultation, story development, dramaturgy, and pitch preparation for projects in film, television, and theater with top industry professionals, most recently with Illumination/ Universal.
• Taught, mentored, workshopped, and instructed students and emerging writers at The Theatre School at DePaul University, The American School of Abu Dhabi, Colorado State University, and New York Stage & Film.
• Adapted Interviewing The Audience for modern stage, including with The Vineyard Theater

BFA - Theatre - The Theatre School at DePaul University