Joshua michael payne
—

Hi friends!

I'm Josh.  I'm a NYC based actor/writer/filmmaker.  You might have noticed because those labels are plastered on every corner of the website. I’m also an avid world traveler, and am always seeking out my next global adventure.

I grew up in Northeastern Pennsylvania before attending and graduating from the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts.  I focused on acting for film there, but quickly became fascinated with every aspect of the filmmaking process.  And now I'm here, as an actual real-life hyphenate.  

Since graduating, I’ve split my time behind and in front of the camera. I’ve been lucky enough to act on HBO’s “The Deuce” alongside Maggie Gyllenhaal, on various different shows in Guest Starring Roles for Investigation Discovery, and numerous other independent short and feature films including “Wild Men” and “The Third”.

In addition to my acting endeavors, I also co-own “ForeSee Film Productions”; the production company responsible for the award winning short film starring Oscar Nominee Eric Roberts, “Doesn’t Fall Far”, along with “Over the Threshold”, “Bait”, “(In)fertile” (all of which I was the writer/director) and many others. I’ve been honored with awards for Best Director, Best Writer, Best Film and more at Oscar Qualifying festivals nation and worldwide! Do I sound cool yet?

I act, write, direct, produce, cast, and edit.  I love film.  It's my passion, and I bring 110% of myself to every project I'm lucky enough to work on.

I appreciate you!  Thank you so much for visiting.  I look forward to getting to know you soon, and I hope you find a crisp 5 dollar bill on your commute today.  You’ve earned it.