Biography
In addition to over 15 years of teaching experience with several Universities, Mark Schimmel has been directing and producing commercials, narrative films and episodic shows for the past 25+ years. He’s worked with the likes of Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Woody Harrelson, George Strait, Jon Bernthal, Russell Wilson, and other notable celebrities. Mark’s collective works have been recognized my film festivals, publications and studios around the globe. Scheduled for 2025, Mark’s new feature film, “It’s OK to Go to Sleep”, filmed in the UK will be released in theaters worldwide. He also serves as a judge for the EMMYS and other film festivals.
As an educator, many students under his guidance have become studio executives, directors, producers and editors throughout the industry. Mark loves animals, vintage cars, fitness and when not teaching continues to work as a producer, director and editor in the commercial and narrative filmmaking industry.