Patrick Wimp

Adjunct Faculty // Screenwriting, Cinema Production, Cinematography
School of Cinematic Arts
Patrick Wimp
  • Email: pwimp@cdm.depaul.edu
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Bio and Research Information

Patrick is the first MFA graduate from DePaul University Digital Cinema. Throughout his career, he has written and produced films, commercials, and TV series all over the world. Pat is the co-founder and owner of Digital Hydra, an Emmy award-winning production company that has crafted commercial and creative content for a variety of major brands and entities including Facebook, HBO, McDonald's, The Chicago Bulls, Cubs, and Blackhawks. It is also one of the largest content producers in Middle Eastern markets. Pat has made films in Europe, Hollywood, and all across the United States. Along the way, his work has screened at the Chicago International TV Festival, New York Television Festival, Cannes International Short Film Corner, and others. Recent accolades include winning Best Writer at SeriesFest Season 3 and Best of Fest at the International Television Festival as writer and co-creator of the indie TV series "Public Housing Unit."

Research Area

Screenwriting, Cinema Production, Cinematography

Specific Research Area

Cinema Production Cinematography Visual Effects

Professional Associations

Digital Cinema Collaborative

Schedule for Spring 2023-2024

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