HEIDI JO MARKEL- Founder

After graduating from the University of California at Berkeley with a degree in economics-political science, Heidi Jo Markel moved to Los Angeles in the mid-90’s and was exposed to the world of filmmaking. After a few uncelebrated indie acting roles, she leapt at the opportunity to get behind the camera, discovering her true passion: production.

In 1999, intrigued by director Bernard Rose’s idea of shooting a modern day adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's novella "The Death of Ivan Ilyich,” Markel acted in and co-produced IVANS-XTC, which played at every major film festivals around the world and received four Independent Spirit Award nominations.

After cutting her teeth on Tolstoy, Markel produced BLIND HORIZON premiering at SXSW in 2003. A year later, Markel was attracted to a project based on the profound literary work by Bernard Malamud. THE TENANTS, a dark brooding drama starring Snoop Dogg and Dylan McDermott, premiered at the 2005 Tribeca Film Festival.

After years of flying solo, Markel launched ECLECTIC PICTURES with the mantra "to be diverse in slate while combining the commercial and artistic aspects of filmmaking.” Striking an output deal with Millennium Films, ECLECTIC produced several films released by Sony, including the high-voltage actioner THE DEATH AND LIFE OF BOBBY Z, starring Paul Walker and Lawrence Fishburne. Directed by John Herzfeld and based on the Don Winslow novel, the movie gave Markel experience in the larger-budget action arena while filming in Mexico/Dana Point. In 2006, Markel produced George Gallo’s outrageous comedy MY MOM’S NEW BOYFRIEND.

In 2008, Markel moved to New York City to work on two more exciting projects; the psychological suspense-thriller AS GOOD AS DEAD, starring Andie MacDowell and Cary Elwes, and the irreverent dramedy SOLITARY MAN, starring Michael Douglas and directed by Brian Koppleman and David Levien. SOLITARY MAN received strong critical acclaim, premiering at the 2009 Toronto Film Festival, followed by box office success.

Blown away by the power of Andy Bellin’s script TRUST about an Internet predator wreaking havoc on an ordinary family, Markel joined forces with David Schwimmer (board member, LA Rape Crisis Center) to produce his sophomore directorial project in Michigan. Starring Clive Owen, Catherine Keener and Viola Davis, with a tour de force breakout performance by newcomer Liana Liberato (Best Actress, Chicago Film Festival), TRUST also premiered at the 2010 Toronto Film Festival to great acclaim as well as support by academicians, government agencies, private charities and parental advocacy groups.

Most recently, ECLECTIC brought two more star-studded projects into production with Millennium Film’s deal. Releasing by Film District, the romantic comedy PLAYING THE FIELD, starring Gerard Butler and directed by Gabriele Muccino, tells the compelling story about an ex-Manchester United player-turned kids soccer coach who finds himself unable to resist when in scoring position with gorgeous suburban soccer moms, played by Uma Thurman, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Judy Greer and Jessica Biel.

Finally, a four-year struggle for Markel’s Eclectic Pictures came to fruition with LOVELACE: From the birth of the sexual revolution to the height of the feminist movement, the film depicts the life of Linda Boreman who as ‘Linda Lovelace’ became the first erotic superstar. Starring Amanda Seyfried, Peter Sarsgaard and a star-studded supporting cast, LOVELACE is directed by Academy Award nominees Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman. LOVELACE reunites Markel with one of her favorite writer’s, Andy Bellin, creating a brilliant collaboration of filmmakers and perhaps the pinnacle of Markel’s producing career thus far…with the best surely yet to come.

BENJAMIN SCOTT- Development Executive

Following graduation from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA, Benjamin Scott co-founded the independent production company Infinite Cre8tions Inc. Since 2003, he has produced live events, commercials and shorts for Amp3 PR, Tippi Hedren’s Shambala Fundraiser, MyReel.com, Vision movies, Plug LA Daily, Chill Promotions, and The Production Group Studios. In 2005 Benjamin produced a short film called The C.O.R.P.S. starring Jesse L. Martin from Law & Order and Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling of the Howard Stern Show. Shortly thereafter Benjamin co-founded the improvisational comedy troupe Jew-Jitsu and collaborated and wrote on projects with Queen Latifah's Flavor Unit Productions, the multimedia advertising firm cYclops, and Allen West Productions. Benjamin took his act on the road and produced, directed, and shot a full-length documentary spanning the United States of America in the summer of 2008. He followed that experience with some of his biggest achievements yet including writing, producing, and directing the award winning pilots, The Munchies, American Surf Design, You be the Judge, and the sitcom The Au Pairs. Benjamin is a master of suspense who knows how to keep the audience hanging on his every...

JOHN YARINCIK- Development Executive

Born, raised, educated in New England, John Yarincik spent his informative years enjoying chowda and the convience of public transportation. In the winter of 2006, John epiphanied that filmmaking was his calling. Leaving those things near and dear behind, he headed west to pursue his lifelong passion for film. Stumbling upon Eclectic Pictures as an intern, John was elevated to assistant a week later when the previous assistant flew back to Israel with one day's notice. (Right place, right time for John). Distinguishing himself through his dedication and his insightful analysis of scripts, John is currently a part of the development team. When not reading scripts, John is a wannabe championship juggler and a film noir buff.

BECKY POLIAKOFF- Talent Manager

Lights, Camera, Hollywood!

Nothing stopped Becky Poliakoff from moving to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams in the entertainment industry, even a high paying job in her hometown of Arizona. From a very young age, living the fast-paced, exhilarating life of Hollywood has been her number one passion.

Becky’s first foray into Hollywood was an internship with a red carpet photographer. Attending red carpet events, she observed how they were organized from beginning to end. Becky took to publicity like a duck to water. With networking expertise coupled with a pound of charisma, she quickly landed a job as an assistant for a PR firm. Three days later, she was promoted as a publicist carrying her own clientele. Later, she moved to a boutique talent agency to earn her stripes as an assistant; many of her clients came with her.

In August 2008, Becky joined Eclectic Pictures as a Talent Manager bringing a strong roster of clients. Finding a way to integrate her talent in the latest Eclectic production is a thrill for Becky…….which brings us to PRODUCTION. Finding the way to put the pieces of together on a quality project is the latest challenge for Becky. A quick study, Becky has landed her first producer credit on HORROR 88.

Becky is an unstoppable force in this industry. Look out!

Jae Cho- Executive Assistant

LAURA BIALOBOS- Manager

After working four years in Paris as a modeling agent for City Models and Glamour Model Agency, Laura moved to the United States working for many high profile magazines, ad agencies, and etc in the Fashion and Entertainment Industries.

Passionate about her work, Laura’s skills range from Producing, Casting, and Photo Editorials. And has worked on projects with in brand names such as D&G, Hilfiger Jeans, Saks to Chanel fragences, L’Oreal, Di Modolo and more.