Jonathan Chao is an Asian American writer and director based in Los Angeles. He recently graduated from Chapman University with an MFA in Film Directing, following a BA in Anthropology and a minor in Film and TV from UCLA.
As a person of color, Jonathan is dedicated to amplifying marginalized voices through his work. He gravitates toward coming-of age narratives that explore the intricacies of adolescence, resilience amidst adversity, and the complexities of familial bonds. His films, In the Clouds and Xander, have been showcased at film festivals nationwide, including San Diego International Film Festival, Dances With Films NY, and LA Shorts.
Jonathan currently works as an assistant to a partner agent in the Motion Picture Literary and Production departments at WME (William Morris Endeavor). He previously completed development internships at companies such as Amazon MGM Studios & Prime Video, Plan B Entertainment, and Blumhouse.
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Favorite Movies
Burning
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Good Will Hunting
Lost in Translation
Midnight in Paris
Moonlight
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Sicario
The Handmaiden
The Social Network
