Meet Kevin B Ploth of New York

Today we’d like to introduce you to Kevin B Ploth.

Hi Kevin B, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
Kevin B. Ploth is an award‑winning New York–born actor, director, writer, producer, and military veteran whose work spans theatre, film, television, and independent cinema. He currently has 20 wins and 35 nominations across global film festivals and awards platforms, reflecting his growing reputation as a versatile multi‑hyphenate storyteller.

Kevin has contributed both in front of and behind the camera, with credits that range from studio and network projects like “Dumb Money,” “Zero Day,” “The Night Agent,” “Snack vs. Chef,” and “WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures” to independent films and shorts including “Hidden Exposure,” “Chamomile,” “Daughter’s Daughter,” and the documentary work that helped establish his voice as a filmmaker. As a health and safety and COVID compliance leader on major sets, he helped productions stay on schedule and protected while maintaining high creative standards.

http://www.IMDb.me/KevinBPloth

On the festival circuit, Kevin being recognized for projects such as “This Stitching Will Last,” “Shadow Docket,” and other ARTEMIS Theatrical Productions titles, earning multiple wins and nominations at events including the Tokyo Short Film Festival, Art Giraffe International Film Festival, and various international and genre‑focused competitions. His upcoming slate features “The Giant,” a modern Western crime thriller described as “High Noon meets Twin Peaks,” along with larger IP projects like “Not Your Father’s Coast Guard” and “Remote Outpost,” further cementing his focus on character‑driven, socially conscious stories often centered on veterans and first responders.

A proud veteran and lifelong New Yorker, Kevin frequently highlights themes of service, resilience, and community in his work and public appearances, including interviews with outlets such as Tokyo Cine Mag, London Movie Awards, Wild Filmmaker, and Art Giraffe International Film Festival. He engages audiences and collaborators on social media through his Instagram profile @kevinthebeastbploth, where he presents himself as an “Award Winning talent & Veteran” and shares updates on “The Giant,” festival news, and behind‑the‑scenes glimpses into his creative process.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No such things as “a smooth road..” that is not life and not a reality I except.
No, it definitely was not a smooth road. I’ve had to navigate real setbacks and painful experiences, including time around an ostrich farm, the reality of Rikers Island, the weight of abortion, to the natural loss of children via miscarries (that was even worse on my partner who not only physically endured that twice), and living with severe dyslexia.

Those experiences forced me to mature early and taught me how fragile life can be, but they also gave me grit. Severe dyslexia made school and communication harder than they should have been, and I had to find ways to keep learning and pushing forward in spite of that.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I grew up in a family that valued hard work, storytelling, and showing up for people, and that foundation shaped everything I’ve done since. My parents (Liz and Bruce still with us and a fifty six (56) year marriage) gave me the kind of support that lets a kid dream big, and by the time I was seven I was already performing, which is where I first understood that I loved being in front of an audience and building something that could move people.

From there, I kept leaning into the arts. I was lucky enough to have early experiences performing at WVW and later at UArts, and those moments really mattered because they showed me that this wasn’t just a childhood hobby — it was a calling. I was also already being recognized in local papers as a kid in theater, and that early validation gave me the confidence to keep going even when the path wasn’t obvious. Thanks in part to amazing teachers who saw in me a gift from Lee More, Paul Wagar, Susan Sulby, Nancy Contra, Chuck Conwell, Walter Dallas and Ciciley Berry of the RSC.

“No me without the we!” KBP

As I got older, I started expanding beyond performance into the larger world of storytelling. I became drawn to writing, directing, production, and visual design because I wanted to shape the whole experience, not just one part of it. That led me into theater, film, and eventually producing, where I found I could combine creative instinct with organization, leadership, and a real sense of purpose. The U.S. Army played a big part in that.

Over time, I built a career around original projects and character-driven work, including theatrical and film development through ARTIMIS Theatrical Productions LLC. With the priority on Veterans and First Responders.
I’ve worked across shorts, branded content, pitches, and larger narrative projects like The Giant and Shadow Docket, always trying to create work that feels cinematic, emotionally grounded, and commercially alive.

A lot of my work has also been about persistence — fundraising, refining the material, collaborating with talented people, and keeping the vision moving forward no matter how long it takes. From a great team and supportive sponsors the likes of Vanessa Thorpe, MJB, Brilliant Management, Wendy Woods, Lawrence Gress, Ed Trucco, Kelley Poling, Patriot Tactical, MSH, PROPPER Uniforms, Penman Hats, Everyday Armor, Jd Wesly, Rich Hall, LUIGINO’S, Eddy & Chris Rich……..my family Julie, RJ, Indio and Savannah.

What drives me now is the same thing that drove me as a kid: the belief that stories can entertain, challenge, and connect people. I’m still building on that foundation, but now I’m doing it with decades of experience, a stronger artistic voice, and a deeper understanding of how to turn an idea into something real. That is what sets me apart. Always has.

Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
I’m a filmmaker, writer, producer, and creative director, and I specialize in building original, character-driven stories across film, theater, and branded content. I’m best known for developing projects like The Giant and for creating work that blends strong visual storytelling with emotional depth, commercial instinct, and a clear production strategy.
What I’m most proud of is the range of the work and the way I’ve kept pushing it forward. I’ve written and produced short films, theatrical material, pitch decks, and investor-facing materials, and I’ve built a reputation for being hands-on from concept through execution. I’m also proud that I don’t just think creatively — I think practically, which helps me turn ideas into real projects that can actually get made.
What sets me apart is that I come at storytelling from a very grounded place. I’ve had to overcome real challenges, so I care about stories that feel lived-in, truthful, and meaningful. I also prioritize veterans, first responders, and their families because I have a deep respect for service and sacrifice, and I want my work to reflect that respect in a real way, not just as a talking point.
At the center of everything I do is a commitment to people — the collaborators, performers, crews, and communities that make the work possible. Whether I’m developing a script, shaping a pitch, or building a production, I’m always trying to create something that has both artistic value and human value.

Pricing:

• Currently need angel investors for THE GIANT our hottest hit IP with a budget of four (4) million.
• ORSON SWELLS another IP at two (2) million budget.
• Sequel to THIS STITCHING WILL LAST at a hundred (100) thousand

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.artimis.biz
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artimistheatricalproductions?igsh=MWxrc3E3OHoxNWl5dA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
• Facebook: https://filmfreeway.com/KevinBPloth
• Twitter: http://www.imdb.me/KevinBPloth
• Youtube: https://varietyindia.com/sunny-leone-joins-cast-of-us-series-the-giant-filming-begins-soon-exclusive/
• Other: https://wildfilmmaker.com/exclusive-interview-with-kevin-b-ploth/