Derek Sharp is a 27-year-old filmmaker based in Toronto. He has directed two internationally successful short films and a PSA for the Toronto Arquives. He is interested in cultural and social constructions of identity, the aesthetic and narrative limits of genre, and the place, role, and emotionality of men in a changing world.He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology & English Cum Laude from Mount Allision University, and an Advanced Diploma in Film and Television Production from Humber College. He currently works as Development Coordinator at Edge Entertainment, a northern Ontario based production company. He has written coverage for dozens of feature scripts and works as an independent story consultant. He is in the post production stage on his horror short HIM, third draft for his feature horror script Those Dreamt Ones, and early development on multiple projects, including his next horror short The Knights of Saint Henry and feature Because The Night.
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Development CoordinatorEdge Entertainment Aug 2023 - PresentToronto, Ontario, CanadaAs Development Coordinator @ Edge Entertainment I:- Receive & review both feature films and television series scripts, operating both as first point of contact for creatives and lead in company wide meetings to review- Understand the company brand and communicate that to key creatives + assist them in meeting their own creative goals while staying true to Edge's aesthetic- Collate our company notes for writers and other key creatives- Catalogue and track all projects & ongoing developments- Connect with filmmakers virtually and in person to discuss both specific projects and long term goals- Track funding timelines and applications- Aid in funding/forum applications- Create/manage key pitch materials, including creating original assetsI have taken on additional work as well, managing the companies online presence on social media and the company website. -
Rentals ConsultantVistek Jul 2022 - Apr 2023Toronto, Ontario, CanadaManaged inventory, quality checked gear, helped compile most efficient gear packages for customers, dealt with customers one on one to alleviate any service concerns. -
Marketing & Communications InternEdge Entertainment Mar 2022 - Apr 2023Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
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Writer & DirectorCapstone Project-He, Who Loves Me- At Humber College Jan 2021 - Jan 2023Toronto, Ontario, CanadaStarted conceptualizing and writing a short film script in January. It was put forward to be one of the few to be made in April, with it being selected that summer. Production began in earnest in September, with myself at the helm as the director. Collaborated with various departments to craft the film's aesthetic, including the art and camera departments. Adjusted the scope of the film on the fly due to production limitations.Developed shot lists, storyboards, and various script breakdowns in collaboration with various departments.Auditioned ACTRA actors, eventually casting three and working with them through rehearsals and shooting. We shot in October, and are now in the midst of post-production.
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Writer & DirectorPublic Service Annoucement--Unannounced Psa-- Humber College Project Jan 2021 - Jan 2023Toronto, Ontario, CanadaConceptualized and pitched a Public Service Announcement concept to [unannounced]. Pitched it to be made to the Humber College team of Executive Producers, and was selected to move into production. Wrote the script and eventually came on as director when no one else stepped up. Collaborated with various departments to bring the vision for the film to life, including the Art and Camera departments to achieve the look the client wanted. Oversaw casting and auditions, worked with cast to develop the best performances for the client.
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DirectorStudio Drama-- Private Eye & Apple Pie-- At Humber College Jan 2021 - May 2021Toronto, Ontario, CanadaOversaw all creative aspects of the film 'Private Eye & Apple Pie'-- including collaborating on work from the camera, art, and marketing departments. Developed shot lists, storyboards, and various script breakdowns in collaboration with various departments.Collaborated with the actors during auditions, rehearsals, and on set.
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Writer & ProducerDocumentary-- Redundances-- Humber College Student Documentary Sep 2020 - Dec 2020Toronto, Ontario, CanadaDeveloped and pitched a story around the closure of Oshawa, ONT.'s General Motors car manufacturing plant. Organized all the legal and production paperwork, securing locations, securing interviews and writing out the questions for the interviews. Developed and initiated the marketing strategy.
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Writer/Director/Director Of PhotographyPersonal Media Project-- Sharp Teeth Don'T Scare Me-- Humber College, Pmp. Sep 2019 - Apr 2020Toronto, Ontario, CanadaDeveloped a four minute film from conception to camera to final marketing strategy. Organized and followed through on casting and rehearsals.Created shot lists and storyboards. Designed and achieved the film's production design.Shot on a CANON C200, edited on AVID Media Composer.
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Sales AssociateLowe'S Canada Jun 2019 - Aug 2019Oshawa, Ontario, Canada -
Staff Writer | Arts And Culture ReporterThe Argosy May 2018 - May 2019Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada -
Travel CounselorTown Of Sackville May 2017 - Aug 2018Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
Derek Sharp Education Details
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Film And Television Production -
English Language And Literature/Letters And Anthropology
Frequently Asked Questions about Derek Sharp
What company does Derek Sharp work for?
Derek Sharp works for Edge Entertainment
What is Derek Sharp's role at the current company?
Derek Sharp's current role is Writer, Director, & Film Development.
What schools did Derek Sharp attend?
Derek Sharp attended Humber College, Mount Allison University.
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