John “Oz” Layne
President & COO
A former public schoolteacher, Oz has never lost sight of the importance of educating the next generation.
Over the last two decades, he has become a well known guide for other entrepreneurs and start-ups to successfully navigate the business behind entertainment. At Jamestown Filmworks, he is committed to delivering quality: “Edutainment for the people.”
Mr. Layne hails from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dan-Neika “Dannei” Clay
Community Relations Director
Dan-Neika “Dannei” Clay has been in the TV/film industry for over a decade as an actor and behind the scenes.
She brings solid experience in public relations and marketing, substantiated by her legal and linguistics background, to the Jamestown Filmworks family.
With roots in Ohio and Maryland, Dan-Neika is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a joyful wife, proud pet parent, and a cause-oriented volunteer.
Duane Finley
Head of Comedy Content
As a writer/actor/comedian, Duane brings 20-plus years of experience from the industry, since even before his breakout performance as Young Slim (The Wood, 1999).
Mr. Finley is also the host of the much anticipated “BLACKBOX COMEDY LOUNGE,” due to release in 2021. He hails from Inglewood, California.
Aaron Beelner
Lead Project Developer
Writer/Producer Aaron Beelner has been working in Film and Television for over 30 years.
In 2005, he earned his MFA from UGA.
He is currently developing several projects such as the highly anticipated series “N.W.F.U.” and “Little Daddy”.
Aaron hails from Remsen, Iowa.
Marrio Harper
Music Director
Marrio “Legacy” Harper brings a long and successful career to Jamestown Filmworks.
As the former head music producer and engineer for Digiworld Entertainment, Marrio developed and perfected sounds for both major and indie artists.
Marrio draws upon his Las Vegas roots and life-long passion for music to leave a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
"Edutainment for the People"