Experience

Chill Subs

• United States
• Internet Publishing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Screenwriting Instructor

  • May 2023 - Present

  A well-formed character wound creates a hard-to-correct misbehavior. Why do we watch TV? Because TV characters don’t heal, and great wounds stand directly in the way of a character achieving his/her/their goal. Using this unique approach to the craft of screenwriting, Jenny uses characters’ misbehaviors and trauma (yes, in comedy too!) to develop rich and layered story arcs. A well-formed character wound creates a hard-to-correct misbehavior. Why do we watch TV? Because TV characters don’t heal, and great wounds stand directly in the way of a character achieving his/her/their goal. Using this unique approach to the craft of screenwriting, Jenny uses characters’ misbehaviors and trauma (yes, in comedy too!) to develop rich and layered story arcs.



Working the Wound- Screenwriting Workshops

• Online

• Screenwriting Workshop Leader

  • Sep 2020 - Present

  Originate complex protagonists whose personal arcs speak to the compelling and intersectional experiences of women, people of color, and/or the LGBTQ community. For writers of all identities. Using this unique approach to the craft of screenwriting, Jenny Kleiman uses characters' misbehaviors and trauma (yes, in comedy too!) to develop complex story arcs. Specializing in plot problem-solving, these workshops will help you identify and hone your voice. Further, in an effort to combat and destroy familiar tropes previously reserved for women and minorities in cinema, these workshops are specific to developing and honing the inner narratives, experiences, and tribulations of minority leads. Show less



The Royal Wild

• Director | Producer

  • Jul 2014 - Present

  We deliver the creative royal treatment for audiences seeking a new and wildly different artistic approach to commercial and cinema entertainment. Our passion is to create female driven content with an eye toward futurism and wanderlust. We Empower. We Create. We Are The Royal Wild. www.theroyalwild.com We deliver the creative royal treatment for audiences seeking a new and wildly different artistic approach to commercial and cinema entertainment. Our passion is to create female driven content with an eye toward futurism and wanderlust. We Empower. We Create. We Are The Royal Wild. www.theroyalwild.com



Dreams Media, Inc.

• Technology, Information and Internet
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Freelance Special Projects Producer

  • Feb 2017 - Sep 2018

  Past Roles include Creative Director, Creative Hires, Head of Special Projects, Curating video content, connecting with filmmakers, and building partnerships. Past Roles include Creative Director, Creative Hires, Head of Special Projects, Curating video content, connecting with filmmakers, and building partnerships.



Women's Independent Film Channel (WIFC.tv)

• Greater New York City Area

• Co-Founder

  • Sep 2016 - Sep 2018

  Newly founded start-up - Women's Independent Film Channel cultivates the exposure for narrative cinema created by women. We promote and present content on our online platform, and provide a space for women filmmakers to discuss and share their work. Newly founded start-up - Women's Independent Film Channel cultivates the exposure for narrative cinema created by women. We promote and present content on our online platform, and provide a space for women filmmakers to discuss and share their work.



The Limelight Lens, LLC

• Charleston, South Carolina Area

• Director | Producer

  • Nov 2013 - Jan 2015

  Whether your production is turnkey or a simple concept, I provide creative concepts and input that are unique to your story and brand and guide you through the process: from development to post-production. My productions offer clients managerial and creative support from development through launch to ensure that your final product reflects a unique and full vision for your brand. Whether your production is turnkey or a simple concept, I provide creative concepts and input that are unique to your story and brand and guide you through the process: from development to post-production. My productions offer clients managerial and creative support from development through launch to ensure that your final product reflects a unique and full vision for your brand.



Jewell & Ginnie

• Charleston, South Carolina Area

• Videographer/ Editor

  • Mar 2013 - Jun 2014

  Editor for projects both local to Charleston, SC & national. Client list includes Verizon Wireless & Charleston Visitors Bureau. 2nd Shooter/ Camera Op for Feature Documentary "With A Kite." www.jewell&ginnie.com Editor for projects both local to Charleston, SC & national. Client list includes Verizon Wireless & Charleston Visitors Bureau. 2nd Shooter/ Camera Op for Feature Documentary "With A Kite." www.jewell&ginnie.com



NVRVR

• Boulder, CO

• Freelance Videographer

  • Jun 2012 - Dec 2012

  Filmed & edited viral content for commercial clients Adidas & Hi Chew Candy. Traveled to diverse locations in US. www.nvrvr.com Filmed & edited viral content for commercial clients Adidas & Hi Chew Candy. Traveled to diverse locations in US. www.nvrvr.com



Watchword Film Collective

• Los Angeles, CA

• Founder & Director

  • Nov 2011 - Nov 2012

  www.watchwordcollective.com Watchword Film Collective is five Los Angeles-based filmmakers producing cutting-edge media, created with a fresh perspective and a collaborative spirit. Our mission is to always produce high-quality content while maintaining our commitment to the artist, our integrity, and a sense of play. www.watchwordcollective.com Watchword Film Collective is five Los Angeles-based filmmakers producing cutting-edge media, created with a fresh perspective and a collaborative spirit. Our mission is to always produce high-quality content while maintaining our commitment to the artist, our integrity, and a sense of play.



The Directors Bureau, LLC

• Movies, Videos, and Sound
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director's Apprentice/ Production Assistant

  • Jan 2011 - Jul 2011

  Staffer for pre-pro, production, and wrap for Roman Coppola & 15 agency directors. Worked 3 days in office and 2 days on set weekly. Chosen by freelancers to PA on commercials & large scale productions. Designated script reader for Coppolas and American Zoetrope. www.TheDirectorsBureau.com Staffer for pre-pro, production, and wrap for Roman Coppola & 15 agency directors. Worked 3 days in office and 2 days on set weekly. Chosen by freelancers to PA on commercials & large scale productions. Designated script reader for Coppolas and American Zoetrope. www.TheDirectorsBureau.com



HotHouse Productions/ rzo Management

• Greater Los Angeles Area

• Production Intern

  • Sep 2010 - Jan 2011



Quirk Cinema Film Series and Festival

• Boulder, CO

• Founder and Curator

  • Jun 2010 - Aug 2010

  Recognized need in community for an independent festival and took the initiative to create Quirk Cinema. Developed the schedule, found both an outdoor and indoor home for the presentation. Sought out sponsors and received financial support and cross promotion from 5 local businesses. Average attendance of 20- 50 people per week through successful advertising and 100+ (standing room only) for the finale. Chose 15 local filmmakers and 3 judges to be in the final film festival. Success inspired a coworker to continue Quirk for another year. Show less



The American Film Institute

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Programming Intern

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Judged 20-60 short films a week. Organized incoming submissions. Served as a troubleshooter for filmmakers and served as Program Director Liaison. Judged 20-60 short films a week. Organized incoming submissions. Served as a troubleshooter for filmmakers and served as Program Director Liaison.



Brave New Films

• United States
• Movies, Videos, and Sound
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Studio and Post-Production Intern

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Assisted in shooting studio interviews, web shows, and Q & A sessions with leading political figures. Appointed to serve as assistant to the Studio Director. Managed and maintained studio equipment. Prepared short documentaries for release on websites (i.e. Youtube). Selected to assist with 2009 inaugural healthcare research. Assisted in shooting studio interviews, web shows, and Q & A sessions with leading political figures. Appointed to serve as assistant to the Studio Director. Managed and maintained studio equipment. Prepared short documentaries for release on websites (i.e. Youtube). Selected to assist with 2009 inaugural healthcare research.