Derek Estlin Purvis
| Derek Estlin Purvis | |
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Derek Estlin Purvis on the set of Feature Film Airtight November 27, 2012 | |
| Born |
Derek Estlin Purvis November 27, 1972 Pittsfield, Massachusetts, U.S |
| Residence | Los Angeles, CA |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Film Director, Film Producer, Executive Producer |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Spouse(s) | (m. 2013) Aija Terauda |
| Children | 1 |
| Website |
moviepitchpro |
Derek Estlin Purvis (born November 27, 1972) is an American film director, producer, executive producer, screenwriter, and entrepreneur. He has financed, produced or directed 13 films of various genres.[1] He is a founder and creator of the Application Movie Pitch Pro.[2]
Early life
Purvis was born in Pittsfield Massachusetts to Joanna Alioto, of Sicilian descent and Doug Purvis of Scottish descent. At the age of five his mother moved them to Holderness, New Hampshire. He spent the next decade growing up in rural New Hampshire, among the mountains and lakes.
Career
Purvis started his career at Paramount Pictures in the early 90s and spent 8 years working inside the studio system. In 2001, he relocated to Boston and worked as an Executive Producer. In 2005 he joined Markedia Worldwide, a Film Finance and Branded Content studio. While at Markedia, Purivs worked with Michael Bassick to finance all or part of eight films, including The Ten starring Paul Rudd and Jessica Alba. He left Markedia in 2010 to partner with Christy Scott Cashman at Saint Aire. He produced and directed The Love Guide starring Parker Posey. He created the mobile app Movie Pitch Pro.[3]
Personal life
Purvis married actress Aija Terauda[4] on December 13, 2013. They have one child born in 2014.[5]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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| 2011 | The Love Guide | Director/ Executive Producer | |
| 2013 | Airtight | Director/ Writer /Executive Producer/ Producer |