
Graduate Affiliate, CEMI
MFA, Radio-Television-Film
Jay is a MFA Film Production Candidate at the University of Texas at Austin. Jay found his way to Texas by way of Kentucky where he completed a double major in Acting/Directing at Western Kentucky University. After 10 years of performing/developing theater in New York City, Jay became interested in filmmaking. His first short film (For Hope) was his gateway to a new career. Since then, Jay has helmed 4 short films with two in pre-production. Jay works diligently as a TA for UT and where he excels in pre-production and development work. More information about his film can be found at Jwilliamthomas.com