Robert McKee is a Fulbright Scholar and internationally renowned authority on storytelling, best known for his influential book "STORY" and his acclaimed STORY SEMINAR. His book, which won the 1999 International Moving Image Book Award, has become essential reading at prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and USC. McKee has also authored "DIALOGUE: The Art of Verbal Action for Page, Stage and Screen" and the forthcoming "STORYNOMICS," expanding his expertise beyond screenwriting to corporate and media storytelling. His teachings have shaped generations of writers, with his former students including numerous Academy Award, Emmy Award, and Writers Guild of America winners.
McKee began his career in theater, earning degrees in English Literature and Theatre Arts before transitioning to film. He directed award-winning short films, including "A DAY OFF" and "TALK TO ME LIKE THE RAIN," before moving to Los Angeles to write screenplays. His works include "DEAD FILES," "HARD KNOCKS," and scripts for acclaimed TV series such as "QUINCY, M.D.," "COLUMBO," and "KOJAK." Since 1983, he has taught at the University of Southern California and conducted sold-out seminars worldwide, attracting over 100,000 students across film capitals like Paris, Sydney, and New York.
Beyond entertainment, McKee consults for major corporations, including Microsoft, Intel, and Marriott International, applying narrative techniques to business strategy. His influence spans film, television, literature, and corporate communications, cementing his legacy as a master storyteller.