Erick Ziegler's illustrious voyage into the realm of cinema commenced upon the successful culmination of his academic pursuits at the prestigious University of Southern California School of Cinema, where he had the privilege of acquiring a comprehensive education in the art of filmmaking. Following the attainment of his degree, Ziegler's professional trajectory began to take shape as he joined the esteemed ranks of Roger Corman's Concorde/New Horizon's, a renowned production company that has played a significant role in nurturing the careers of numerous industry professionals.
Erick, driven by an insatiable thirst for a fresh and formidable challenge, bid farewell to his previous endeavors to join the esteemed ranks of Hope Street Entertainment.
There, he had the opportunity to collaborate on the production of the critically acclaimed Sundance favorite, Dead Man's Curve, a project that showcased his exceptional skill and dedication to his craft.
Furthermore, Erick also ventured into the realm of writing, penning the screenplay for the film Creating the Perfect Man, a cinematic masterpiece that garnered widespread attention and acclaim at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.
The late-night audience at the renowned Cannes Film Festival, renowned for its prestige and global appeal, devoured his film with unbridled enthusiasm, subsequently cementing its widespread popularity and recognition. This cinematic masterpiece later aired on Cinemax, a prominent premium cable and satellite television network, thereby further solidifying its widespread acclaim and appeal.
Erick's subsequent professional endeavors took him to the esteemed HBO, a leading American television network, where he spent an impressive eight years refining his skills and expertise within the Post Delivery, Planning and Operations unit. During his tenure at HBO, Erick had the privilege of working on a diverse and eclectic range of films and television series, including some of the most iconic and groundbreaking productions in the industry.
These projects included the critically acclaimed and culturally influential television series The Sopranos, widely regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time; the epic and visually stunning historical drama Rome, which garnered widespread critical acclaim and numerous awards; the award-winning and thought-provoking independent film American Splendor, which received widespread critical acclaim and earned numerous awards and nominations; and the critically acclaimed and emotionally powerful drama Last Days, which was widely praised for its poignant and thought-provoking exploration of themes and emotions.
Erick's professional journey has led him to a prestigious destination, where he now applies his extensive knowledge and skills to the post-production phase of animation projects at Pixar, a globally recognized and respected animation studio.
