DIRECTORS

Julie Herlocker grew up in the midwest loving movies and tv, greatly influenced by her father’s

passion for classic movies and tv showsATD. She made her way to Los Angeles, and learned the craft of

filmmaking on set and in post. As a director, her work leans to female led stories that build

tension and take unexpected turns.

Prior to directing, Herlocker spent nearly 15 years as a post producer in episodic television,

working closely with remarkable EPs, including Mark Gordon, Steven Spielberg, Aaron Sorkin,

Jim Kouf and David Greenwalt.

A graduate of the DGA's DDI Mentorship Program, Herlocker was selected for the inaugural

2024 Alliance of Women Directors Rising Director Fellowship for feature film directors. She is

currently a director in the Paramount Global Directing Initiative.

Julie Herlocker lives in Venice, CA, where she and her husband are finishing up raising their

four kids with the help of their Boston Terrier, Yogi.