New York-based Washington Square Films has added Andrea Theodore as Executive Producer. Theodore has over 15 years of experience in the advertising field, spanning agency, production and post production. She comes to Washington Square Films from Dress Code NY where she was Executive Producer, after spending five years as Executive Producer and Head of Production at Humble. Theodore will spearhead business development, talent strategy and curation in her role at Washington Square Films.
Notes Theodore, “Washington Square Films has a nicely curated and interesting roster that I really looking forward to collaborating with. Jonathan Schwartz and Joshua Blum have assembled such a great team of creative, hardworking people and I can’t wait to get started!”
“Andrea is a great fit for us. She is a true professional with great taste and deep knowledge of all facets of the industry. We are very excited she is joining us!” adds Washington Square Films President and Founder Joshua Blum.
Theodore began her career on the agency side as an account executive and quickly made the transition to production after getting hooked on her first on-set experience. She climbed the ranks from PA to line producer, working on commercials and music videos, and managing projects in the U.S. and abroad. From there, she spent five years as EP/Managing Director of Boston-based full-service post house Finish, spearheading talent curation and a full studio renovation. In 2010, she joined Humble in New York as Head of Production, expanding her expertise into production and stepping up as EP in 2014. In 2016, she joined boutique production company Dress Code NY as Executive Producer.
About Washington Square Films
Over its 15-year tenure, Washington Square Films has grown to be considered one of the most respected production companies in the industry.
Boasting a sharp eye for talent, a high level of integrity and a discriminating downtown New York sensibility, the company has produced award-winning independent films and commercials, as well as forged a thriving entertainment management division. On any given day, the seasoned producers and managers at Washington Square Films are likely to be working with some of the most revered actors and promising directors in the business.
From its headquarters on New York City’s Bowery and satellite office in Los Angeles, the company manages and collaborates with an internationally-recognized roster of writers, directors and A-list talent in entertainment and advertising. Washington Square Films receives regular accolades at The Academy Awards, Peabody Awards, Independent Spirit Awards, Golden Globes and Cannes Lions, along with selection for top International festivals such as Sundance, TIFF, New York Film Festival, Tribeca, Berlin and Locarno, and continues to break new ground in creative production.