Maximus Lerner

About Maximus Lerner

New York-based Creative Executive and filmmaker drawn to character-driven stories across all genres with a unique premise and vision. At Enspire Media Group, I help develop and package faith-based and inspirational film and TV projects, working closely with writers and producers to shape pitches and story materials to go out to market.Currently, I’m reviewing submissions and developing pitch materials at Enspire, promoting my latest comedy short, and developing my dark-comedy follow-up.Before focusing fully on film and TV, I studied Film & Marketing at NYU Gallatin and built a foundation in social media marketing and brand strategy. That background taught me how to connect stories with audiences, whether with shoestring social media strategies or large-scale corporate campaigns. The constant need to differentiate a concept, tell a story clearly, and assure marketability remain goals of mine that I carry into every narrative project.

Experience

1. Creative Executive

   Enspire Media Group

   Jan 2024 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Spearhead development for faith-based slate, identifying IP for film and television as well as developing pitch materials.• Conduct script coverage and strategic analysis for submissions and scripts in active development, informing creative direction and decision making for senior leadership.• Develop and present pitch decks and treatments for potential partners. • Track industry activity including deals, new releases, compatible companies, and market trends to inform development strategy.• Research and assemble talent lists, identifying potential directors, showrunners, screenwriters, and actors based on availability, credits, positioning, and estimated production budget.• Participate in development calls with writers, producers, and reps by providing creative and market-driven constructive feedback.

Education

• New York University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA