Liz Friedlander, a celebrated and accomplished American director, has established herself as a master of her craft, with a diverse repertoire that spans the realms of film, music videos, and television productions, showcasing her remarkable versatility and skill.
Born and raised in the vibrant city of New York, Friedlander made the bold decision to transplant herself to the Keystone State of Pennsylvania in order to fully immerse herself in the world of the arts.
It was at the prestigious Drama Conservatory school at Carnegie Mellon University that Friedlander's academic journey truly began to take shape, as she honed her craft and nurtured her passion for the performing arts under the guidance of esteemed instructors.
As her academic pursuits continued to evolve, Friedlander's sights were set on the West Coast, where she enrolled at the University of California, Santa Cruz, to further expand her artistic horizons.
Later, Friedlander's academic journey took her to the esteemed UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, where she was able to delve even deeper into the world of drama and performance.
Throughout her academic tenure, Friedlander's unwavering dedication and unrelenting pursuit of excellence ultimately earned her the distinguished honor of valedictorian of her class, a testament to her remarkable academic prowess and artistic talent.
Noted director Friedlander's extensive and diverse portfolio showcases a plethora of music video credits, featuring a staggering array of renowned artists, including the iconic Alanis Morissette, the influential U2, the heavy metal giants Megadeth, the pop sensation Avril Lavigne, the renowned singer-songwriter John Mayer, the globally acclaimed Celine Dion, and the alternative rock legends R.E.M., among many others.
In the year 2006, Friedlander made her feature film debut with the highly acclaimed and critically praised "Take the Lead," starring the talented and versatile Antonio Banderas.
Since the year 2008, Friedlander has successfully carved out a reputation for herself as a multifaceted television director, effortlessly transitioning between diverse projects and shows such as the critically acclaimed "One Tree Hill", the supernatural drama "The Vampire Diaries", the short-lived but well-received "Privileged", the suspenseful teen thriller "Pretty Little Liars", the revamped "90210", the short-lived "Melrose Place", the crime drama "Outlaw", and the popular teen soap "Gossip Girl".
