Steven Canals' formative years in the culturally vibrant and dynamic borough of The Bronx instilled in him a profound appreciation for the art of storytelling, a passion that would continue to evolve and flourish throughout his educational and professional journey.
His innate talent for crafting compelling narratives was skillfully nurtured through his academic pursuits, ultimately culminating in the attainment of a Master of Fine Arts degree in Screenwriting from the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2015.
Canals' academic achievements serve as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and natural aptitude for storytelling, laying the foundation for a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Upon the culmination of his academic pursuits, Canals embarked on a professional journey, securing a Research Assistant position at Hungry Jackal Productions, where he was afforded the unparalleled opportunity to work alongside the renowned Dustin Lance Black, a highly acclaimed and Oscar-winning screenwriter, whose impressive body of work has left an indelible mark on the film industry.
Notably, simultaneously with his creative pursuits at Hungry Jackal Productions, Canals occupied the distinguished role of Staff Writer on the widely acclaimed television series Dead of Summer, which debuted on Freeform, thereby attracting considerable attention and acclaim.
Steven Canals, a pioneering and influential figure in the entertainment industry, has left an indelible mark as the co-creator and co-executive producer of the groundbreaking television series Pose, which made its debut in 2018 to widespread critical acclaim.
