Dion Watkins has collaborated with an array of premiere brands, Fortune 500 companies, and global teams as a dynamic copywriter, screenwriter, and director who impacts culture by creating captivating and purpose-driven work that resonates with a wide variety of audiences. 

 

As senior copywriter, Dion has brought award-winning branded content to life, and has worked with industry giants such as Google, Western Digital, and Dole (via a Disney partnership to promote healthy living and Star Wars) to name a few.

 

Dion’s work has helped his remarkable clientele achieve over 100 million views on YouTube, illuminating commercial projects as well as showcasing Grammy award-winning artists. His work as producer for iHeartMedia coupled with his ability to create work that has been promoted and featured by Apple, further solidifies his industry prowess.

 

Dion excels in narrative work as a writer and director, helming short films, music videos, and commercial work, and has demonstrated his versatility as a writer and associate producer of branded content for MTV. His collaborative efforts with esteemed organizations like Walden Media, Tyler Perry Studios, and various television and feature film teams reflect his extensive industry experience.

 

As screenwriter, his accomplishments include winning the highly competitive Writer's Room 5050 and Level 4 Press screenwriting fellowship and competition for adapting books to the screen.

 

Beyond his professional achievements, Dion also nurtures a passion for music and has recently unveiled his latest project, "Afterlight,” an electronic soundtrack to his forthcoming science fiction short film. An alumnus of the prestigious institutions, Morehouse College and the University of Southern California's Graduate School of Cinematic Arts, considered one of the top film programs in the United States, Dion skillfully channels his comprehensive experiences to craft memorable and impactful work across a multitude of platforms.