Kevin O’Neill is an award-winning film director, screenwriter, and educator with over 30 years of experience in acting and filmmaking. A former firefighter and Los Angeles actor, he has guided emerging filmmakers in storytelling, collaboration, and character development for over two decades. His films have earned 89 nominations and 59 wins, and he’s currently developing three television series: Grace’s Diner, Crusader, and Gone Dark. Kevin’s talk will take the audience on a visual journey utilizing his film clips and personal connections to stories and characters that he scripted to process his development in youth and adulthood.

Kevin worked as an actor in Los Angeles for ten years which built the foundation for his work as a screenwriter and director. He’s an award winning Director, Screenwriter and Producer who’s spent the last two decades mentoring and providing encouragement to thousands of his students at Full Sail University to PURSUE their DREAMS.

A dynamic and engaging motivational speaker, Kevin O’Neill empowers audiences to break free from mediocrity and pursue the dreams they’ve long set aside. Through inspiring storytelling, practical guidance, and an unwavering belief in human potential, Kevin challenges individuals to step beyond fear, embrace their passion, and take bold action toward the life they truly want. The message is simple yet transformative.