Alex Backes

Alex has been a working creative in Los Angeles for the past 16 years. From his early days of performing improvisation in underground theaters and comedy staples like Upright Citizens Brigade and The Second City, Alex applies the core philosophies of his time on stage into his work as an award-winning writer/director. His first independently produced pilot presentation, Shark Bites, landed a development deal with The Walt Disney Company, where it was adapted into an animated comedy series.

While Alex has been in front of the camera for top-tier commercial projects for Apple and Nike, he's also directed campaigns for AAA video game titles like PUBG and The Elder Scrolls Online. But perhaps his proudest moment came when he was tasked to travel to a galaxy far, far away and write an animated short film for Lucasfilm. Star Wars: The Old Republic-Disorder has garnered 20+ million views online since its debut in 2022.

However, Alex hasn't lost touch with his independent spirit. He continues self-publishing comics and directing independent films. His latest work, That's Our Time, was awarded the Grand Jury Prize by the American Cinematheque's Proof Film Festival.