**Biography of Craig Campobasso**
California native Craig Campobasso began his journey in the film industry immediately after high school, dedicating four years to working behind the scenes on the iconic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s *Dune*, under the mentorship of producer duo Dino and Raffaella De Laurentiis, as well as director David Lynch. His career took off as he served as a casting associate on Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed series *Amazing Stories*, which paved the way for his role as casting director for the beloved holiday film *Prancer*, featuring Sam Elliott.
With over 30 years of casting experience, Craig earned an Emmy nomination for his work on David E. Kelley’s *Picket Fences* and has also made a mark as an acting coach in Los Angeles. His creative aspirations extend to writing, where he aims to craft thought-provoking narratives that challenge audiences' perceptions of existence while adhering to Hollywood’s entertainment ethos.
Craig's directorial debut came with the short film *Stranger at the Pentagon*, inspired by Dr. Frank E. Stranges' UFO literature. The film garnered significant acclaim, winning Best Sci-Fi Film at the Burbank International Film Festival in September 2014, where it sold out all 275 seats, and a Remi Award for Best Sci-Fi Short at the Worldfest Houston International Film Festival in 2015.
A sought-after speaker, Craig has shared his insights on platforms like Coast to Coast AM and The History Channel’s *Ancient Aliens*, further cementing his position in the realms of film and speculative thought.
California native Craig Campobasso began his journey in the film industry immediately after high school, dedicating four years to working behind the scenes on the iconic adaptation of Frank Herbert’s *Dune*, under the mentorship of producer duo Dino and Raffaella De Laurentiis, as well as director David Lynch. His career took off as he served as a casting associate on Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed series *Amazing Stories*, which paved the way for his role as casting director for the beloved holiday film *Prancer*, featuring Sam Elliott.
With over 30 years of casting experience, Craig earned an Emmy nomination for his work on David E. Kelley’s *Picket Fences* and has also made a mark as an acting coach in Los Angeles. His creative aspirations extend to writing, where he aims to craft thought-provoking narratives that challenge audiences' perceptions of existence while adhering to Hollywood’s entertainment ethos.
Craig's directorial debut came with the short film *Stranger at the Pentagon*, inspired by Dr. Frank E. Stranges' UFO literature. The film garnered significant acclaim, winning Best Sci-Fi Film at the Burbank International Film Festival in September 2014, where it sold out all 275 seats, and a Remi Award for Best Sci-Fi Short at the Worldfest Houston International Film Festival in 2015.
A sought-after speaker, Craig has shared his insights on platforms like Coast to Coast AM and The History Channel’s *Ancient Aliens*, further cementing his position in the realms of film and speculative thought.
