JOSHUA JOEL ORTIZ
Monrovia,CA
Summary
Ortiz is a writer, director, and editor with extensive experience developing and producing digital video content for major entertainment brands including Netflix, Universal Studios, Mattel, AGBO, and The Hollywood Reporter. Skilled at managing projects from concept through publishing, combining strong storytelling instincts with hands-on production expertise. His storytelling skills translate from narrative to marketing and helps him be an well-rounded filmmaker.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Media
Rideback Rise
01.2023 - Current
- Lead creative development and production of digital video initiatives for the talent and mentorship platform founded by Netflix's Dan Lin.
Director/Editor
The Hollywood Reporter
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Develop and produce entertainment-focused digital video content covering film, television, and industry events.
- Shoot and direct content for the Hollywood Reporter Roundtables.
Director/Editor (Vendor)
Netflix
01.2023 - Current
- Direct, shoot and edit marketing assets for films and TV shows like Enola Holmes 3, Roommates, Office Space, Blue Eye Samurai, Griselda, America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and more.
Content Creator
Mattel
01.2025 - Current
- Create short-form branded video content for the global Barbie social media ecosystem.
Marketing Editor
AGBO
01.2025 - Current
- Produce and edit promotional video content for projects developed by the studio founded by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo.
Head Content Creator
Universal Studios Hollywood
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Led creative development and production of video content featured throughout the theme park and across official social media platforms.
Education
Psychology -
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CAAWARDS
His professional career began in 2015 on the HBO TV Show Project Greenlight where industry veterans Ben Affleck and Matt Damon awarded Josh “Most Unique Short Film” for his film Listen. In 2016, his short film Wake Up was selected out of 1,500 entries and had a special screening at the Cannes Film Festival. In 2024, his short film Garage won an award in the Russo Brother’s short film competition No Sleep Til Film Fest.
Languages
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director/Editor
The Hollywood Reporter
01.2025 - Current
Content Creator
Mattel
01.2025 - Current
Marketing Editor
AGBO
01.2025 - Current
Head of Media
Rideback Rise
01.2023 - Current
Director/Editor (Vendor)
Netflix
01.2023 - Current
Head Content Creator
Universal Studios Hollywood
01.2023 - 01.2025
Psychology -
Contra Costa College