Today we’d like to introduce you to Kevin Gripper.
Hi Kevin, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I got my start in entertainment as a music producer. My close friend from college Tito and I formed G&G Media and our first client was Malice of the Clipse. I co-managed and produced for Malice on his debut solo album. Our roster grew with the likes of indie artist Chella H, Bridget Carrington (ABC’s ‘DUETS’) and more. My first taste of film/television came when bought on as an Associate Producer for Malice’s documentary ‘The End of Malice’. The doc was premiered on REVOLT, later picked up by NETFLIX and now available on AMAZON PRIME. From there, I’ve been hooked ever since and have switched my focus to film. I created the Freshpack Tour Series in conjunction with VIBE Magazine where we documented the Freshpack tour and featured artists like PNB ROCK, CASANOVA 2x, HOODCELEBRITY & more.
My passion for film and television continued to grow and creating numerous scripts and concepts lead me to acting because of the inability to hire actors for every project I was creating. While working on the craft, I landed a few roles along the way in Lifetime originals, Marvel films and independent productions as well.
I am currently prepping for the Fall release of the 2nd season of the digital rom-com series The F*CK BOY Chronicles that I created with my partners at G&G Media.
Check out the 1st season on our YouTube channel here: https://bit.ly/3nbbjWB
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Nothing about the journey has been ‘smooth’ but I am grateful for the lessons learned, opportunities given and people I’ve met. Being a creative sometimes requires a lot of isolation to focus and take things to the next level. Of course, time away from family and friends becomes a struggle but when your support system is well “supportive” you all find a way to make it work.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a screenwriter, director (1st AD on the Lifetime feature, DEEP DISH ROMANCE, The F*CK BOY Chronicles), actor (SHACKED, The F*CK BOY Chronicles, REFLECTION), producer (The End of Malice, The Freshpack Documentary) editor and graphic designer. I specialize in wearing multiple hats. As founder of a boutique-style production company, I’ve had no choice but to play various roles in order to ensure certain tasks are completed. To this point, I’m best known for my hustle. Everyone who knows me can attest to my drive and never give up attitude but my performance as “Dre” in my digital series The F*CK BOY Chronicles is quickly gaining recognition and new fans. I’m most proud of the resume I have built with my supporters and colleagues. Being reliable, trustworthy and delivering quality is vital to any successful working relationship and I’m glad to have built that within my network. I’m skilled at piecing things together that others may not see or understand until presented, I think that’s a trait that sets me apart from other creators in my field.
What are your plans for the future?
I look forward to expanding my media company G&G Media as well as my design company KJG Group. My partners and I have multiple feature film scripts slated for development and we are currently producing the next season of our rom-com series. Fans and supporters can help out by pledging to our Season 2 crowdfunding campaign here: https://bit.ly/3zqfRg3
Contact Info:
- Email: Kjggraphix@gmail.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/gng_gripp
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.gripper
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/fboy_chronicles?s=21
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCXE4iXpVY7vHe1_ViTkZTnA
- Other: https://bit.ly/3zqfRg3
