FOUR-TIME TELLY AWARD WINNER

Director &
Screenwriter

Turning the painful into the absurd with humor, passion, depth, and heart. A distinctive Southern voice in Hollywood breaking down barriers.

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Telly Awards
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Short Films
50+
Selections
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Major Awards
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Director's Reel

A compilation of directing work across commercials, short films, and branded content, showcasing a unique voice and visual style.

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Director's Vision

"I believe in breaking down barriers and finding the universal truth in every story, no matter how absurd the circumstances."

From Mississippi to Hollywood

Born in Mississippi and raised in Orlando, I moved to Los Angeles at 19 to pursue acting, building a 22-year foundation with credits including "Catch Me If You Can" (Steven Spielberg), "Modern Family", and "The Shield".

This extensive acting background gives me a unique "actor's director" perspective—I understand the vulnerability required for truthful performances and create environments where actors feel safe to take risks.

Today, I write and direct stories that explore the human condition through a lens of comedy, dramedy, and social commentary, turning the painful into the absurd with passion, depth, and heart. My work has been recognized with four Telly Awards and over 50 festival selections globally.

Specialty

Dark Comedy, Women's Narratives, Social Commentary

Approach

Actor-focused, collaborative, visually distinct

Awards & Recognition

Honored to be recognized by industry peers for excellence in directing and storytelling.

Silver Telly Award

2023

Silver Telly Award

Directing

Willow Campaign

Silver Telly Award

2021

Silver Telly Award

Directing

Craig's Campaign

Silver Telly Award

2021

Silver Telly Award

Overall Excellence

Craig's Campaign

People's Telly Award

2021

People's Telly Award

Commercial

Craig's Campaign

Rocaberti Fellowship

2020

Rocaberti Fellowship

Screenwriting

Barcelona, Spain

Vitruvian Award

2019

Vitruvian Award

Best Film

I'm F*cking Fine

Best Director

2018

Best Director

Short Film

Punching Bag

ISA Top 25

2018

ISA Top 25

Writers to Watch

Film Inquiry Magazine

ISA Top 25 Writers to Watch

Recognized by the International Screenwriters' Association and Film Inquiry Magazine for excellence in screenwriting.

Selected Works

A collection of commercial campaigns, short films, and development projects.

Willow Campaign
Commercial

Willow "Don't Just Suck It Up"

2023

A bold and empowering campaign addressing women's health with humor and authenticity. Featuring comedian Iliza Shlesinger, the campaign challenges women to stop "sucking it up" and prioritize their health needs. The messaging combines Shlesinger's signature comedic style with important health advocacy, creating content that is both entertaining and impactful.

Silver Telly Award
Craig's Vegan Ice Cream
Commercial

Craig's Vegan Ice Cream

2021

A nostalgic commercial celebrating plant-based indulgence with a classic Frank Sinatra soundtrack. The campaign evokes mid-century Americana while promoting modern vegan values, positioning the brand as a timeless classic for a new generation. Anderson's direction creates a lush, cinematic visual style that elevates the product beyond typical vegan food advertising.

Silver & People's Telly
YouTheory/Ona Campaign
Commercial

YouTheory/Ona Campaign Series

2021

Multi-campaign series for health and wellness brand featuring authentic testimonials and lifestyle messaging. The campaigns showcase real people sharing their wellness journeys, creating relatable content that resonates with health-conscious consumers. Jamie's direction emphasizes authenticity and genuine human connection over polished perfection.

Telly Award
Me Too Nice
Short Film

Me Too Nice

2020

An HR representative's carefully cultivated nice-guy image completely shatters when a drunken wish magically turns off his social filter. What follows is a darkly comedic exploration of social dynamics, political correctness, and the masks we wear in professional settings. The film cleverly examines the tension between authenticity and social acceptability, asking uncomfortable questions about niceness, honesty, and the performative nature of workplace behavior.

22 Festival Selections
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I'm F*cking Fine
Short Film

I'm F*cking Fine

2019

A numb suburban mom rebels against her pill-popping community to find freedom and authenticity. The film tackles mental health, pharmaceutical culture, and the pressure on women to maintain a perfect facade while struggling internally. Through dark comedy and raw honesty, it explores one woman's journey from medicated compliance to genuine self-discovery, challenging societal expectations about women's mental health and happiness.

Vitruvian Award Winner
Best Dark Comedy (Hollywood Comedy Shorts) • HollyShorts Official Selection
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Punching Bag
Short Film

Punching Bag

2018

A lonely romantic man becomes an emotional punching bag for disillusioned women seeking to right the evils of all men. This dark comedy-drama explores gender dynamics, toxic masculinity, and the cycle of hurt that perpetuates itself across relationships. The film challenges viewers to examine their own role in relationship dynamics while offering a path toward empowerment and breaking free from victim consciousness.

Best Director Award (Los Angeles Short Film Festival)
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The Feeling Expert
Short Film

The Feeling Expert

2022

A dark comedy exploring emotional intelligence and human connection through an introverted gamer who must repay his bookie by becoming his wife's "feeling expert". The film delves into the complexities of modern relationships and the often absurd ways we navigate our feelings in contemporary society. With sharp wit and authentic performances, "The Feeling Expert" examines what it means to truly understand emotions in a world that often demands we suppress them.

Best Director (Cult Critic Movie Awards) • Outstanding Achievement (Indie Short Fest) • Best Supporting Actor (Spencer Garrett, Indie Short Fest)
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I Won't Say I Love You
Short Film

I Won't Say I Love You

2020

A charming English romantic comedy that explores the fear of vulnerability and commitment in modern relationships. Set against the backdrop of the United Kingdom, the film follows characters navigating the complicated terrain between friendship and romance, examining why saying "I love you" has become one of the most difficult phrases to utter in contemporary dating culture.

Best Romantic Short • Best Romance • Best Actress (Samantha Spurgin, Portland Comedy Film Festival)
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Truth in Hemp
Documentary

Truth in Hemp: The Story of Folium Biosciences

2020

An insightful documentary exploring the hemp industry through the lens of Folium Biosciences, one of the leading companies in the field. The film provides an educational look into the science, business, and cultural impact of hemp production, offering viewers a comprehensive understanding of this rapidly evolving industry and its potential to transform health and wellness.

Documentary
Navy SEAL Comedy Series UnSealed
Development

Navy SEAL Comedy Series

In Development

A unique military comedy series that blends authentic Navy SEAL experiences with sharp humor and heart. The series offers a fresh perspective on military life, moving beyond traditional war narratives to explore the human side of elite military service and the challenges to transition back to civilian life. Drawing on real experiences and relationships, inspired by Anderson's father as well as the book UnSEALed by Navy SEAL Mark Greene, the show balances respect for military culture with comedic storytelling that appeals to broad audiences.

Variety Military Families
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Arigato Tokyo
Development

Arigato Tokyo

Feature Film • In Development

A cross-cultural story following an aging American pro wrestler Annie Able as she travels to Japan to renew her feud years later with Hoshi Takao, whose series of dramatic and brutal clashes in the late '90s made them famous. The film explores themes of mental health, unrequited love, and the universal language of human connection.

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My Summer in Rome
Development

My Summer in Rome

Feature Film • In Development

A romantic feature set in the Eternal City, co-written by Anderson, and to be directed by Anderson. The story follows a young woman who travels to Rome to find herself after loss, and amidst the hot Italian summer, finds love, lust, and a deep profound connection. The film is a passionate love letter to Rome, capturing its magic, history, and ability to transform those who visit.

Romantic Comedy
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PUMAS
Development

PUMAS

TV Pilot • In Development

A sharp, character-driven comedy pilot that follows a group of women navigating the complexities of dating, friendship, and aging in a youth-obsessed culture. With biting wit and genuine heart, the series explores the bonds of female friendship and the absurdity of modern dating rituals.

Naluda Magazine
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Pregnant in Las Vegas
Development

Pregnant in Las Vegas

Feature Film • In Development

A comedy feature film written and to be directed by Jamie Anderson. The story follows a woman's unexpected journey through pregnancy in the most unlikely of settings, blending raucous humor with poignant moments of self-discovery. In development with Patriot Pictures. Further details to be announced.

Comedy
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Good Egg
Development

Good Egg

Feature Film • In Development

In 1840s America, Elizabeth Blackwell defies every barrier of gender and class to become the first woman to earn a medical degree— but her greatest triumph comes when she transforms personal sacrifice into a legacy that changes medicine forever. Inspired by the true story of the first woman to become a doctor in the United States.

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Countryside
Development

Countryside

Feature Film • In Development

A country music-centric comedy feature that crosses the pond, combining original music with a heartfelt story about finding your authentic voice in the most unexpected places. In development. Further details to be announced.

Musical Comedy
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Untitled Romantic Comedy
Development

Untitled Romantic Comedy

Feature Film • In Development

A romantic comedy feature film in development with producers Peter Sussman and Scott Pardo. The project brings a fresh, modern twist to the classic genre, exploring the hilarious and often messy reality of falling in love.

Comedy
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Jamie Anderson - Director

Professional Bio

Award-winning director and screenwriter specializing in dark comedy, dramedy, and social commentary. Jamie brings a unique "actor's director" perspective to all her work, grounded in 22 years of acting experience across television and film.

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Podcasts & Interviews

Drinking During Business Hours

Ep. 92: From Acting to Award-Winning Director

Jamie discusses her 30-year journey, meditation, and making provocative art.

ConversationsLIVE with Cyrus Webb

Finding Your Voice

A deep dive into the passion behind filmmaking and how the South influenced her drive.

Selected Press Coverage

Variety

Talaria Media to Develop Military Veteran Comedy Series

MEAWW

'Punching Bag' Urges Viewers to Shift Victim Consciousness

Deadline

Talaria Media Lands 'Arigato Tokyo' Feature Pitch

Naluda Magazine

Interview with Writer & Director Jamie Anderson

Drinking During Business Hours

Podcast - Ep. 92 Featured

Military Families

New TV Series with a Mission of Humor, Healing, and Hope

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