Clenét Verdi-Rose is an acclaimed Director best known for the award-winning, globally distributed, independent feature films: "Skyler" and "Sandcastles". Clenét's documentary films served as an early foundation for his storytelling and social activism. His commercial work with companies includes: Walmart, Zillow, Dr. Pepper, Hyundai, and Tastemade have contributed to his attention to detail and short-form portfolio. Clenét's biracial family background from his mother's Italian/Irish culture to his father's African American heritage gives him a unique perception of the world. Also being a dual Italian Citizen with world travels, he has perspectives of how worlds can be blended using artistic craft to engage open dialogues not just to entertain, but in meaningful philosophy. Influenced by traditional art throughout his life, Clenét developed a passion for filmmaking from a young age. An Art Scholar at Wheaton College (MA) his filmmaking studies with an NYU Film documentarian and painting at Lorenzo de' Medici School (Florence, Italy) all contributed to his storytelling foundation. Professionally, Clenét cut his teeth for fifteen years in the film industry as an Assistant Director (AD), joining the (DGA) in 2008 and has worked with talent such as John Malkovich, Bruce Willis, Aubrey Plaza, Elizabeth Olsen, Dakota Fanning, Elijah Wood, Charles Sheen, and Jessica Alba, to name a few. Clenét is characterized by his extraordinary visual perception, talent, and ability to create a collaborative and positive work environment. His mission is to change people's perspective through films with meaningful messaging. Read less