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David Cowdery

David Cowdery

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    PRODUCER/DIRECTOR AT Nine Hundred Pictures

  • Education

    • York University

      2012 - 2014
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Cinema Media Studies 4.0

      The research paper explores how war film production hijacks our evolutionary perception controls, strategically exploiting our biological visual processing systems.Our cognitive mechanisms, evolved to detect survival threats, are now manipulated by sophisticated visual technologies. Filmmakers bypass critical thinking by directly stimulating primitive threat-assessment circuits in the human brain, creating immersive experiences that trigger instinctive neurological responses.Historically… Show more The research paper explores how war film production hijacks our evolutionary perception controls, strategically exploiting our biological visual processing systems.Our cognitive mechanisms, evolved to detect survival threats, are now manipulated by sophisticated visual technologies. Filmmakers bypass critical thinking by directly stimulating primitive threat-assessment circuits in the human brain, creating immersive experiences that trigger instinctive neurological responses.Historically, war films were expensive and ideologically controlled. Digital technologies have disrupted this model, allowing soldiers and civilians to capture raw war experiences. In response, production companies invest in advanced CGI that speaks directly to our deepest perceptual instincts.These visual techniques transform viewers from critical observers into active recipients of carefully constructed emotional stimuli. The research will analyze how digital technologies weaponize our biological perception. Show less

    • Ryerson University

      1989 - 1993
      BAA Film Production

  • Experience

    • Hinton Animation Studios

      Jan 1987 - Jan 1987
      INK & TRACE ARTIST

      Solved problems concerning technical incongruities in the animation process.

    • National Archives of Canada

      Jan 1993 - Jan 1996
      FILM ARCHIVIST

      Watched a lot of film negative :)

    • Players Film Co.

      Jan 1997 - Jan 1999
      COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

      Commercial and Music Video Director

    • Partners Film Co.

      Jan 1999 - Jan 2008
      COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

      Directed commercials for local and international ad agencies.

    • Circo Films - Mexico City

      Jan 2002 - Jan 2014
      DIRECTOR

      Commercial Director. Specialty involving VFX, Animation & Live Action combo work.

    • Nine Hundred Pictures

      Jan 2003 - now
      PRODUCER/DIRECTOR

      Versatile media professional with comprehensive expertise in conceptualizing, producing, and directing documentary-style corporate videos and commercial promotional content across diverse media platforms. Demonstrated ability to champion and drive complex multimedia projects from initial concept through final delivery, orchestrating intricate workflows involving visual design, musical scoring, and advanced visual effects.Core CompetenciesMultimedia Content ProductionDocumentary and Commercial Video DirectingCreative ConceptualizationCross-Platform Media DevelopmentEnd-to-End Project ManagementVisual StorytellingPost-Production Workflow OptimizationIntegrated Media StrategyProfessional StrengthsSeamlessly blend narrative storytelling with strategic corporate communicationExecute multi-dimensional projects with precision and creative visionManage complex production ecosystems involving visual, audio, and technical elementsTranslate conceptual ideas into compelling visual narrativesDeliver high-impact media content that resonates across various platforms Show less

    • Storystream

      Jan 2008 - Mar 2011
      PARTNER/PRODUCER

      • Produced, wrote and directed online and broadcast content• Developed television shows, feature films and documentaries• Managed pre & post-production process, including, music, mix, visual edit and story edition.• Co-Producer and Co-Director for “BWC” a Miami, reality-based, deep-sea fishing show pilot• In a team environment developed multiplatform marketing content with social media integration

    • Sheridan College

      Jan 2015 - May 2015
      PROFESSOR

      Professor of Media and Current Events. Developed course content.

    • Centennial College - Accel

      May 2015 - Mar 2021
      BUSINESS COACH

      As a member of the entrepreneurial Accel team our goal is to help new businesses develop to the next level. We are an industry agnostic incubator/accelerator and work with clients from main street businesses to software and app developers.

    • MOWAD PRODUCTIONS

      Jan 2018 - now
      COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

    • FIXTIMATE

      Aug 2019 - Sept 2021
      Co-FOUNDER

      Fixtimate is a mobile APP that champions pricing transparency with geo-located, hassle free competitive quotes on auto service and repair work.

    • Launch Kawartha

      Feb 2024 - now
      Business Advisor & Program Manager

      Dedicated business coach and strategic advisor with a proven track record of empowering entrepreneurs across diverse business landscapes—from local Main Street enterprises to innovative SaaS startups. I specialize in transforming entrepreneurial vision into sustainable, scalable business success through targeted strategic guidance, operational optimization, and personalized mentorship.Core Expertise:Startup Business Strategy DevelopmentGrowth Planning and Scaling StrategiesBusiness Model Innovation / Lean CanvasLeadership and Entrepreneurial CoachingIdeation and Creative Problem DefinitionStrategic Facilitation and Innovation Workshops including ideation, pitching and design thinking Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications