Whitaker Lader

Whitaker Lader is the President of Dead Duck Films, a production company founded by actor Nicholas Hoult. Lader's role involves overseeing the company's projects, including a first-look television deal with MRC Television and Civic Center Media, which has led to the development of the series "Wildfire Johnny" among other initiatives.14

Before joining Dead Duck Films, Lader had a notable career in film production. He previously worked at Ron Howard and Brian Grazer’s Imagine Entertainment, where he was involved in various projects. His experience also includes serving as head of production and development for Casey Affleck’s Sea Change Media, contributing to films like "Light of My Life" and "The World to Come".13

Lader holds a degree from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and is based in Los Angeles, California.2 His extensive background in film production positions him as a significant figure in the industry, particularly in the realm of developing new content under the Dead Duck Films banner.