Douglas James Vail

Filmmaker Director Producer Editor Cinematographer @Faithworks Pictures

Ventura, CA, US

Founded and led FaithWorks Pictures, an independent production company focused on creating faith-driven, inspirational cinema with strong storytelling and cinematic quality. Directed, produced, shot, and edited two full-length feature films from concept to nationwide distribution:40: The Temptation of Christ (2020) — self-funded, produced entirely in-house, acquired by Gravitas Ventures for U.S./Canadian distribution, and reached #3 on Amazon Prime’s Most Watched Movies (March 2025). Peace River (2022)— a faith-based western drama released in over 600 theaters nationwide, including Hawaii to Rhode Island, with successful grassroots and digital marketing campaigns.Managed full-cycle film production: financing, casting, cinematography, post-production, editing, and festival submissions. Directed digital marketing and distribution strategy, including social media campaigns, PR outreach, and AI-assisted ad testing to optimize audience reach and engagement. Built industry relationships with distributors, festivals, and faith-based communities, driving theatrical exposure and streaming performance. Demonstrated the ability to combine entrepreneurial vision, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to bring independent films to market on a national scale.