DJ Perry(I)

DJ Perry, is an American artist known internationally for his work primarily in motion picture. This Michigan born actor, producer and writer has built a long-standing career in the entertainment industry. As CEO of Collective Development Inc. he's supervised and/or participated in the overall production of several films in all genres and formats.

His many award winning films have been distributed throughout the world market all while keeping a reputation of staying on schedule, budget and bringing together the right creative team to create the best art within their set business models. DJ has often credited his soccer playing and coaching days as well as his study and previous teaching of martial arts. Finally he's credited his time teaching as a camp counselor emphasizing that the journey is as important as the destination. Additionally, he's produced with CDI select commercial projects for companies such as Toyota, Harmon Kardon/JBL, The Non-Ferrous Founders Society and Revell Publishing/Baker Books.

As a screen writer DJ's ability to weave a tight story with complex themes and characters has resulted in several of his scripts being produced into award winning films of unique artistic quality. Some have debuted at #1 on Rentrak Westerns like the Smoky Mountain tale "Dean Teaster's Ghost Town" (Lionsgate) (7 weeks as #1 western rental) and 17 weeks in top ten. Others like "Wild Faith" have brought 'Racial Justice Awards' for tackling serious issues and topics in highly digestible doses that allows real introspection to occur and conversations to be had. Other writers have novelized Mr. Perry's screenplays into books like "Ghost Town" (Bob Terrell) "Wild Michigan" (Dee Freeman) and "Knight Chills" (David Hayes). Additionally DJ has been a contributing author on three national books focusing on animals released by Revell/Baker Books.

As an actor, he's becoming a highly sought out talent moving easily between protagonist and antagonist, supporting and lead, bringing something truly unique to whatever role he tackles. He's truly filling a void in the industry lacking American leading men. His recent roles have included 'Jesus' in parts 1 & 3 of The Quest Trilogy, lovable mountain man 'Ben Lily' in "Wild Faith" and disabled Marine vet 'Paul Landings', in "MBF: Man's Best Friend". He's shared the screen with many legends of the entertainment industry and does so with a humble, appreciative attitude accepting a torch -that makes him a draw in front of and behind the camera.