AMP Filmmaker Meetup with Jeff Holder

Navigating the Media Landscape as a Christian

There’s many things that a media professional needs to know, but a key is “how do we walk with Jesus in the midst of an industry which often celebrates anti-biblical aspects of life?” How do we navigate the projects, the people, and the pressure and come out the other side thriving in our faith? We’ll explore your questions and seek the Lord for wisdom.

Jeff Holder

Volunteer Mentor, Ascension Media Partners

Principal, The Jeff Holder Creative Agency

Jeff Holder is a kids media veteran focused stories that are educational, aspirational, and inspirational.

Jeff currently writes and produces kids history initiative, Star Spangled Adventures, writes The Barkers, a series of picture books with Dr. Ben Carson, and teaches writing for animation and comedy at Regent University.

Jeff has written for Scooby-Doo, Dennis the Menace, Yogi Bear, Pink Panther, Horrible Histories, and other animated series that no one remembers.

Jeff has story edited and produced VeggieTales, Bugtime Adventures, Angel Wings, Wondrous Myths & Legends, The Godman and produced apps for Most Important Story.

Jeff’s been Director of ABC Kids overseeing Winnie the Pooh, Pound Puppies and the Saturday Morning slate of development. As VP of Development at Hanna-Barbera, Jeff launched the Cartoon Network series, including development for initial hit series Dexter’s Laboratory, Power Puff Girls, and Johnny Bravo. At Sony Wonder, VP of Creative Affairs, he created the animation production pipeline, managed international co-ventures, and was executive in charge of production for Sesame Street home entertainment titles and ABC primetime specials.

He’s worked in the media faith space for OneHope, Reach Beyond, Jesus Film, Bright Media (Dr. Bill Bright), Jesus Film, Children’s Hunger Fund, and others.

Jeff serves as a judge for UCLA’s screenwriting expo, the Humanitas Award, the Kairos Prize for screenplays, and is a scriptwriting instructor. He’s received the Angel Award from Excellence in Media and the Candlelight Award from Regent University. He serves on the board for relief agencies and international scripture ministries.

Jeff and his wife are empty nesters, but they still have a dog that keeps them up at night.