Here is the biography:
Doug, a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in theater, television, and film production, has worn many hats in his illustrious career. As a writer, director, producer, and actor, he has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
It all began in the summer of 1983 when Doug started as the sole intern/assistant producer to Charlie Rose, returning to television with his national show. His responsibilities included researching, greeting, and hosting notable figures such as Colin Powell, Peter Jennings, Vice President Bush, and Julian Bond.
From there, Doug went on to create marketing and promotions campaigns at ABC, CBS, and NBC, as well as launching campaigns for Soapnet, UPN, and LOGO.
In 1991, Doug made the move to Los Angeles, where he directed for the legendary ad men Ray Jacobs and Stefan Gerber. His first assignments included directing stars such as William Shatner, Morgan Freeman, Halle Berry, and Martin Sheen.
Doug has also pursued an acting career, with guest starring roles on Star Trek Voyager, The Drew Carey Show, The Huguleys, Girlfriends, and Chance in the groundbreaking LOGO show, Noah's Arc. His stage work includes the American premiere of The Ice Pick, the Tony Award-winning South Coast Rep's premiere of The Hollow Lands, and the critically acclaimed production of The Bacchae, where he played Dionysus at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland.
In 2006, Doug founded The Ogden Group Entertainment. Their first feature, Hot Guys with Guns, was released in April 2014 by Wolfe, with the main title song, Something to Shoot For, written and sung by Mervyn Warren, being short-listed for nomination for the 2015 Oscars. The script for Hot Guys with Guns was also included in the core collection at the Academy library.
Doug's second feature, From Zero to I Love You, is represented by Shoreline Entertainment and is currently doing a festival run. An original pilot called The Natural Order of Things is in production, and his third film, Delilah Underwood, is set to begin shooting in the spring of 2020.
Throughout his career, Doug has served on several boards, including Equality California, The Relational Center, The Celebration Theater, and currently, Outfest.
