Jason Winer

Jason Winer

Personal Details

Biography

Jason Winer, a multifaceted American creative professional, has distinguished himself as a versatile and accomplished individual in the entertainment industry, boasting an impressive array of skills and achievements. He has garnered widespread recognition for his outstanding work as a director, particularly on the highly acclaimed and award-winning television series Modern Family, which is broadcast on the popular American Broadcasting Company (ABC).

Winer's life journey began in the vibrant city of Baltimore, Maryland, a place that would shape his formative years and lay the foundation for the person he would become. His academic pursuits took him to Northwestern University, a prestigious institution that would provide him with a solid educational foundation. During his time at Northwestern, Winer was also fortunate enough to be a part of the esteemed Improv Olympic Theatre, an organization renowned for its excellence in the art of improvisational theatre.

After the culmination of his formal educational pursuits, Winer embarked on a professional journey in the realm of acting, where he garnered significant experience by appearing in a diverse array of television commercials for renowned brands such as Budweiser, Nike, and Dr. Pepper, thereby showcasing his versatility as a performer.

Additionally, he dedicated himself to refining his stand-up comedy skills by leveraging platforms like HBO, allowing him to hone his craft and develop a distinctive comedic style. Furthermore, Winer's impressive comedic talents earned him a featured role on the MTV television game show, The Blame Game, thereby solidifying his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry.

Over the course of his illustrious career, Winer gradually shifted his focus from being in front of the camera to behind-the-scenes endeavors, ultimately culminating in the realization of his directorial aspirations with the 2005 release of The Adventures of Big Handsome Guy and His Little Friend.

Noteworthy among Winer's professional endeavors has been his direction of numerous television shows, a list that includes the popular sitcoms Kath & Kim, Samantha Who?, and Carpoolers. Furthermore, his extensive repertoire of work has also included serving as a co-executive producer and director on the acclaimed comedy series Modern Family, a role that ultimately earned him the prestigious DGA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Directing Comedy Series in the year 2010.

Noted filmmaker and visionary director, Jason Winer, embarked upon a new chapter in his illustrious career in the year 2011, with the release of his motion picture directorial debut, a remake of the classic film, Arthur, thereby achieving a notable milestone that would forever be etched in the annals of his remarkable professional journey.

With a diverse range of creative endeavors under his belt, Winer has established himself as a multifaceted talent, effortlessly traversing the realms of direction, production, writing, acting, and comedy, thereby earning a reputation as a stalwart and accomplished figure within the entertainment industry's pantheon.

Career

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2006
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2005
Suits on the Loose
Suits on the Loose as Elder Johnson
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2004
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2002
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The Sum of All Fears
The Sum of All Fears as Aircraft Carrier Petty Officer
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Angel
Angel as Preston
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2000
King of the World
King of the World as Robert Lypsite
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2019
Ode to Joy
Ode to Joy as Director
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2011
Arthur
Arthur as Director
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2012
1600 Penn
1600 Penn as Creator