Craig Watkinson, a multifaceted individual, was born and raised in the Garden State of New Jersey. He pursued his passion for the arts by attending the esteemed BFA program at Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University, where he honed his craft.
Following his academic endeavors, Watkinson embarked on a journey of self-discovery by touring Europe with the Shoestring Players, a theatrical troupe that allowed him to explore his creative side. This experience ultimately led him to relocate to the city that never sleeps, New York City.
In the Big Apple, Watkinson continued to nurture his artistic talents by taking on various roles in plays, soap operas, independent films, and commercials. His impressive resume boasts a recurring role on the popular soap opera "One Life to Live," cementing his status as a talented and versatile performer.
As his career flourished, Watkinson made the bold decision to relocate to Los Angeles, a city renowned for its film and television production. In Tinseltown, he further solidified his reputation by appearing in a multitude of films and television shows, including "Judgment Night," "Undiscovered," "Learning to Surf," "Criminal Minds," "Big Love," and "Without a Trace."
Watkinson's creative endeavors, however, did not stop at acting. He also ventured into the realm of filmmaking, making his debut as a writer, director, and producer with the feature film "The Cure" in 2003. This groundbreaking project earned widespread acclaim, including the International Best Dramatic Motion Picture award at the Twisted Sinema Film Festival in Toronto, Canada, and the International Best Actor in a Dramatic Motion Picture award, which Watkinson himself received.
"The Cure" also received accolades at the Memphis Digital Arts Film Festival and the LA MiniDV Festival, where Watkinson was honored with the "Best Actor - Director's Choice" award.
After dedicating over seven years to splitting his time between acting and teaching, Watkinson made the decision to return to acting full-time in the summer of 2013. Since then, he has appeared in over fifteen projects, showcasing his impressive range as a performer. Notable roles include leading parts in the sci-fi drama "Borrowed Time," the buddy road comedy "Speedwagon," and the dramedy web series "Just Us Guys."
