Dion Watkins is an award-winning writer, director and cinematic storyteller whose work spans advertising and entertainment. As senior copywriter, he has shaped advertising for Fortune 500 companies and global brands, crafting impactful narratives that resonate across platforms and audiences. He has helped create work for Grammy-nominated and award-winning artists as well as leading brands that have generated over 100 million digital views.

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Dion’s films have been selected for prestigious festivals, including his short film "Afterlight," which won Best Short Sci Fi Film at the London Women Film Festival, the New York Shorts Awards, the Ottowa Film Award, the Cine-Vista Oasis Film Awards in Indonesia, and the Kyoto Cinematica Film Festival in Japan, in addition to being Official Selection at numerous prestigious festivals. His screenwriting has garnered top honors, earning a fellowship for literary adaptation. A Morehouse College and University of Southern California’s Graduate School of Cinematic Arts alum, he channels compelling vision into every word and frame, forging connection and creating inspiring and impactful work through the universal power of storytelling.