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    Alex Vlack

    Writer of books, films, spatial media, and interactive narratives.

    Alex Vlack is a versatile writer, producer, and director with extensive experience in various media formats, including film, television, and interactive storytelling. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Writing and Religion from Columbia University and has developed a diverse portfolio that includes virtual reality films, branching narrative series, and reimagined classical literature adaptations like "Fame" and "Crime & Punishment" .1

    Career Highlights::

    • Founder and Former Director at Ralph Appelbaum Associates: Vlack managed projects worth nearly $40 million, including significant exhibitions like the Museum of Jewish History in Moscow and IBM’s THINK exhibit at Lincoln Center .
    • Commercial Production: He has produced around 50 commercials for major brands such as Puma and The Gap, and was involved in the successful launch of Apple's iPhone 4 .
    • Documentary Work: His notable documentary, Still Bill, about musician Bill Withers, received multiple awards and aired on Showtime. He also produced High Falls, a short film that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival .1

    Publications:: Vlack is also an accomplished author with over six published books. His works range from children's poetry to adult literary novels, showcasing his broad storytelling skills. Notable titles include:

    • Everywhere Always (children's poetry)
    • White Eyes and Skipping Stone (middle-grade novel)
    • Spin and Snap (adult novel about a homeless man with supernatural abilities) .

    With over twenty-five years in the industry, Alex Vlack continues to be a prominent figure in creative storytelling, demonstrating a commitment to pushing artistic boundaries across various platforms .12

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    Experience

    Writer/Producer/Director/Interactive Storytelling + Spatial Media expert, Self-employed
    VP of Creative at Eko (January 2015 - June 2020), Director of Media at Ralph Appelbaum Associates (January 2011 - January 2015), Partner at Late Night and Weekends (January 2005 - January 2011)

    Education

    Bachelor's degree in Writing and Religion, Columbia University in the City of New York (1992 - 1997)

    Location

    New York, New York, United States