Kevin Pike, the president of Filmtrix, Inc., is a highly accomplished writer's consultant and story developer for studios and production entities. He specializes in helping writers complete their scripts and guiding them on how to pitch their written work to producers. With a career spanning over four decades, Kevin has built a reputation for himself as a talented and experienced professional in the film industry.
Kevin's journey in the film industry began on Martha's Vineyard, where he worked as a busboy when the crew for the iconic film "Jaws" (1975) arrived. He quickly landed a job as a laborer, carpenter, painter, and later, helped out in special effects on the shark. After the location filming finished, Kevin made his way to Hollywood and got his start on the film "Islands in the Stream" (1977) at Paramount, where he once again worked on shark-related special effects.
As Kevin's experience and expertise grew, he progressed to the position of Supervisor, working under veteran special effects professionals under the studio system. He went on to supervise some notable and respectable films, collaborating with prominent directors such as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, John Schlesinger, Tim Burton, Taylor Hackford, Gore Verbinski, Jan de Bont, and David Fincher, to name a few.
Throughout his illustrious career, Kevin has garnered numerous awards and accolades, including a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Achievement in Special Visual Effects ('94/'95) for "Earth 2" (1995) and a Clio for Best Special Effects (2000) on the Levi "Invisible Man" commercial for Michael Bay. He was also considered for an Oscar nomination for "Back to the Future" (1985) for Bob Zemeckis.
In addition to his impressive work in special effects, Kevin is also a member of the DGA, SAG/AFTRA, BAFTA, and often serves on the Special Visual Effects Committees for both the Oscar and Emmy Academies, where he served as a two-term Governor.
Now, after 45 years in the film industry, Kevin has transitioned to a screenwriting consultant, working from his home north of Los Angeles, CA.
