Creative Thinking. Strategic Results.
Consulting for film, television, and creative ventures — where vision meets execution.
About
About Me
I'm Steve Tzirlin, an entertainment executive and creative consultant with over two decades of experience developing and expanding storytelling worlds across film, television, and interactive media.
I've held leadership roles at Lucasfilm, 20th Century Fox, and Blur Studio, working at the intersection of creative development, franchise strategy, and business execution. My work has spanned iconic properties including Star Wars, Alien, Predator, and Planet of the Apes, as well as collaborations with major studios, streamers, and game publishers worldwide.
Today, I partner with studios, streamers, independent producers, writers, directors, and creative companies to help shape the next generation of entertainment IP—projects that blend artistry, innovation, and strategy. I focus on story-driven development, franchise planning, and creative alignment across teams and platforms.
Crafting Stories Across Every Platform
I help develop and shape bold, original creative content while aligning storytelling with business strategy for some of the world’s most iconic entertainment franchises and brands.
I work across every storytelling medium—film, television, games, books, comics, immersive experiences, and emerging technologies like AI, VR, and AR. My focus is on building narratives that resonate across generations and platforms, connecting creative vision with strategic purpose.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
I’ve worked and collaborated with many of the most respected companies in entertainment, delivering results that combine creative excellence with strategic business impact—from major studios to streaming pioneers and emerging digital platforms.
Services
I partner with studios, streamers, and creators to develop and grow compelling stories, franchises, and creative strategies across film, television, and emerging media.
Creative Development
From concept to release, I help shape stories that resonate. I provide creative and strategic insight—developing treatments, scripts, and pitch materials that align artistic vision with market opportunity. Whether building original IP or adapting an existing brand, I help ensure each project reaches its full narrative and commercial potential.
Core Deliverables:
  • Script and story consultation
  • Pitch decks, bibles, and visual presentations
  • Development strategy, market anaylsis, and creative notes
  • Writer, director, and talent sourcing
  • Hands-on support preparing pitch materials, decks, alignment documents, talent attachments, and studio/streamer strategy.
Franchise & IP Strategy
I specialize in building and expanding entertainment universes across film, television, games, and emerging platforms. By identifying core themes, scalable storylines, and growth opportunities, I help turn ideas into sustainable brands.
Core Deliverables:
  • IP evaluation and content expansion strategy
  • Franchise roadmaps and multi-platform content planning
  • Brand positioning, story bibles, and narrative continuity
  • IP transactions and strategic partnerships
Professional Experience
Key projects and leadership roles spanning film, television, streaming, and digital platforms.
Secret Level | Amazon Studios
Co-Executive Producer & Head of Development for Blur Studio
Created by Tim Miller (Deadpool) and produced by Blur Studio and Amazon MGM Studios, this ambitious 15-episode anthology adapts iconic games including Warhammer and Dungeons & Dragons.
The series debuted as Prime Video's biggest new animated launch, showcasing cutting-edge animation and bringing beloved gaming worlds to life with cinematic quality and compelling storytelling that bridges gaming and television audiences.

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Secret Level - Official Trailer | Prime Video

Love, Death + Robots | Netflix
Head of Development for Blur Studio
Anthology series created by Tim Miller and David Fincher and produced by Blur Studio and Netflix. The series has become one of Netflix’s most acclaimed animated series, earning 17 Emmy Awards and international recognition for its innovative storytelling and diverse visual styles.

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LOVE DEATH + ROBOTS VOLUME 4 | Official Trailer | Netflix

DUST | Chernin Group & Gunpowder & Sky
Co-Founder & Producer
A global leading sci-fi platform reaching over 50 million monthly viewers across YouTube and digital platforms, distributed to more than 100 million homes worldwide.
Pioneering a new model for sci-fi content distribution, DUST became the premier destination for emerging filmmakers and established creators to showcase innovative speculative fiction to a passionate global community.

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The Future Awaits | DUST Channel Trailer

Red Tails | Lucasfilm
Head of Development | Production Executive
Executive produced by George Lucas, screenplay by Oscar-winning writer John Ridley (12 Years a Slave), the film honored the Tuskegee Airmen — earning NAACP Image Awards.

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Red Tails (2012) HD Movie Trailer - Lucasfilm Official Trailer

Clone Wars | Lucasfilm
Head of Story & Script Development
Produced under the direct supervision of George Lucas — Star Wars: The Clone Wars, earning multiple Emmy Awards and revered by audiences worldwide.

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2019 Star Wars The Clone Wars Trailer

Alien Franchise | 20th Century Fox
Vice President, Creative Content & Franchise Management
A landmark science-fiction property known for its fusion of horror, suspense, and action — expanded across films, games, publishing, and immersive media, maintaining its status as one of the genre's most influential and enduring franchises.
Planet of the Apes | 20th Century Fox
Vice President, Creative Content & Franchise Management
A global franchise spanning films, television, games, comics, and novels — acclaimed for its social commentary and longevity as one of entertainment's most enduring and thought-provoking sagas.
Engagement Options
Flexible partnership models to meet your project needs
Hourly Consulting
Strategic sessions and creative feedback
Project-Based Engagements
Defined deliverables with clear outcomes
Retainer Partnerships
Ongoing support for development, strategy, and execution
Let's talk about your project.
Whether you're developing an original concept, expanding an existing IP, or looking for strategic guidance on the entertainment market, I'd love to hear from you. I work with studios, streamers, independent producers, writers, directors, and creative companies worldwide on projects across film, television, animation, and emerging media.