Person Biography:
Dickie Skinz, aka Rich Skinner, is a multifaceted talent with an impressive array of skills and accomplishments. As an actor, director, recording academy member, director of photography, producer, songwriter, music producer, consultant, and screenwriter, he has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry.
With a strong work ethic, skills, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge, Dickie has earned his reputation as one of the most sought-after producers in music, film, and television. His ability to command attention behind the camera, on stage, in the studio, or on the silver screen or television has made him a force to be reckoned with.
Throughout his career, Dickie has worked on over 85 films and network TV shows, solidifying his position as a top talent to watch in both Hollywood and the music business. He is currently directing and filming the full-length feature film "Love From India," which was shot on location across India and the US.
In addition to his film work, Dickie is also in production and development for several scripted series, including "A Swing That's Pure," "Dorchester," and "Justus." He is also directing and developing additional movies this year, including "Broken Raven" starring Survivorman Les Stroud, "Left For Dead," and "Caught Up" starring Leon.
Dickie's film "Hurricane Chasers," which was filmed in multiple real hurricanes, is currently in talks with distributors. He has worked with a range of talent, including Oscar winners Ben Affleck, Patricia Arquette, and Peter Berg, as well as movie greats Ethan Hawke, Mark Ruffalo, Mark Wahlberg, Brian Goodman, Christopher Walken, Sticky Fingaz, Amanda Peete, and more.
In the music industry, Dickie has been compared to the likes of Timberland, The RZA, Kanye West, and Dr. Dre for his songwriting and production talent on both sides of the mixing board. He has rocked hundreds of live shows all over the world, opening for acts such as Run Dmc, Nas, Biggie, Das Efx, Big Shug, Jeru, Naughty By Nature, Onyx, House Of Pain / La Coka Nostra, and many more.
Dickie has been a nominee for a Boston Music Award for Hip-Hop Producer of the Year and has worked with platinum acts, producers, and songwriters such as Cypress Hill, Malik Williams, Rich Cronin, Cappadonna, Sticky Fingaz, Sean Price, Devon Lima, and more.
Throughout his career, Dickie has been producing and writing for artists of every genre and walk of life, earning credits from rock, rap, pop, country, R&B, and everything in between. He has been working on numerous film and music projects worldwide, developing, working, and producing with many different artists, some already platinum stars and some on the way to stardom.
