Laura Newman is a multifaceted creative individual, boasting a plethora of accomplishments in the realms of filmmaking, composition, and performance, all while residing in the vibrant city of New York.
Her notable feature film comedy, We Are The Hartman, starring the esteemed Richard Chamberlain, garnered widespread critical acclaim, with Film Threat praising it as "A film that no one can afford to miss."
Beyond her work as a filmmaker, Laura has also ventured into the realm of documentary production, serving as a producer and cinematographer on the Oscar-nominated Gasland. Her impressive portfolio also includes a wide range of projects for various organizations, such as MTV World, NYU, Oxfam, Wiley Publishing, the Bio Bus, and many others. Notably, she has produced and written a series of public service announcements funded by a grant from New York State, focusing on the importance of EMS volunteering.
As the lead singer and composer for Reverend Billy's Church Of Stop Shopping, Laura has created numerous short films for the organization, showcasing her versatility and creative range. Her work in music video direction includes projects for The Matt Geraghty Project, Farah Siraj, and The Human Experience, with her short films receiving Official Selections at esteemed festivals such as the Avignon Film Festival, Palm Spring International Shorts, Big Apple, and Santa Fe.
Laura's academic background is rooted in her graduation from the prestigious NYU Tisch School of the Arts.
