Bobby Sheehan Bio
President Working Pictures

Bobby Sheehan is a director, writer, producer, and cinematographer with over 200 hours of credits across film, television, and digital platforms. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, Bobby began his career in the 1980s Lower East Side art scene as a rock-and-roll photographer, capturing icons such as the Ramones, Lou Reed, and the Rolling Stones. His award-winning documentaries have premiered at major festivals, including Tribeca and Berlin, with clients such as HBO, Showtime, AMC, NBC, Discovery, and History. He has also collaborated with artists including Hal Prince, Stephen Sondheim, and Jeff Koons. He has directed over 500 commercials for global brands. A committed advocate for social impact, Bobby has partnered with numerous nonprofits. He is currently in pre-production on Standing 8, developing the Bobby Sheehan Film School, and producing Bowery Boy, an autobiographical documentary series chronicling his journey from poverty to purpose.

Sara Sheehan Bio
CEO Working Pictures

Sara Sheehan has served as executive producer and managing partner of Working Pictures since 1993, overseeing a wide range of films, television programs, PSAs, and commercials. A graduate of Wellesley College, she began her career in advertising and publishing, appearing on Good Morning America and the Today Show, and producing segments for Oprah. Sara transitioned into filmmaking with documentary work for Donna Karan’s Urban Zen Foundation and made her feature debut with Mr. Prince (Ovation TV), about legendary Broadway director Hal Prince. Her producing credits also include Privileged (President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities), I Thee Wed (United Nations), and projects with the 92nd Street Y. She previously served as President of the Board of The Emelin Theatre, where she developed a sold-out film series featuring artists such as Guillermo del Toro, Penelope Cruz, Pedro Almodóvar, and Frank Oz.

Jeff Waxman Bio
Executive Producer & Producer

Jeff Waxman is an accomplished film producer with credits spanning more than thirty feature films across a wide range of genres and scales. His work includes acclaimed and commercially successful titles such as The Fighter, Don’t Look Up, Vice, John Wick: Chapter 2 and 3, mother!, Out of the Furnace, Law Abiding Citizen, and Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead. Over the course of his career, Jeff has collaborated with some of the industry’s most respected filmmakers, including Sidney Lumet, Adam McKay, Darren Aronofsky, David O. Russell, Chad Stahelski, Scott Cooper, and F. Gary Gray. Known for his ability to navigate both prestige-driven storytelling and large-scale productions, Jeff has built a reputation for developing projects that balance strong creative vision with commercial viability.

Esther Eboh Bio
Head of Development

Esther Eboh is a New York-based writer, designer, and creative producer working across film, television, and branded storytelling. With a background spanning development, creative production, nonprofit spaces, and media, her work is grounded in sharp story instincts and a people-first approach to collaboration. Her interests lie in character-driven stories that balance emotional specificity, cultural texture, and visual clarity. Drawing from experience in both narrative development and design, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to shaping projects from early concept through execution. At Working Pictures, Esther serves as Head of Development, supporting creative strategy and the development of original film, television, and expanded projects.

Tony Frere Bio
Executive Producer & Producer

Emmy-nominated producer and conceptualist Tony Frère began his career at BBDO New York, rising to Creative Supervisor and Executive Producer on major accounts including Pepsi, Apple, and Visa. Known for pushing boundaries, he produced landmark campaigns such as the first Pepsi commercial filmed in the Soviet Union, the Berlin Wall Unity and Peace spot, and Madonna’s Like a Prayer, along with Olympic and Super Bowl campaigns. He later expanded into international art, documentary, fashion, and music projects, collaborating with artists such as David Fincher, Spike Jonze, Gus Van Sant, and Ornette Coleman. His long-form work includes the award-winning No Subtitles Necessary (Cannes), and Beast, winner of the 2018 SXSW Grand Jury Prize. He has served as an Emmy judge since 2011 and continues to develop narrative projects while exploring AR and VR storytelling.

Francis Castelli Bio
Global Partnerships Lead

Francis Castelli is an international producer and director with over 30 years of experience across film, television, and advertising. He has served as an executive producer for leading production companies, including Ridley Scott Associates and Great Guns, and has collaborated with top global agencies on high-profile campaigns. His diverse body of work spans high-end television commercials, print campaigns, network programming, branded digital content, music videos, and both documentary and narrative films. In addition, he has produced award-winning short films that have screened at festivals worldwide. He frequently collaborates with his mentor, Jon Anderson, the legendary singer-songwriter formerly of Yes. A true international filmmaker, he divides his time between Costa Rica, New York, and the UK, and has lived and worked extensively throughout the UK, the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Gilbert Wadsworth Bio
COO Working Pictures

Gilbert Wadsworth is a filmmaker with over 35 years of experience, known for his imaginative approach to storytelling. His roots trace back to Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College, where he developed his visual style. He went on to lead production companies including Indy Production House, Sterling Pacific Films, and Loch Lomond Entertainment, producing film and television for Universal, CBS, Paramount, and Fox. From 2008 to 2019, he served as COO and Head of Production at Shanghai-based A2LiVE, overseeing large-scale content, television, and live events. More recently, he has worked as a creative producer and director for the Chickasaw Nation, focusing on storytelling that supports First American communities. His honors include a DGA Finders Series Award and a Golden Dragon Award for Best Advertising Campaign in Asia.