Dawn Westlake

Dawn is a highly accomplished individual, serving as the president of Ron de Cana Prods., Inc., located in Los Angeles. With an impressive track record, she has produced 23 remarkable short films under the Ron de Cana banner. Her exceptional work has reached audiences on all seven continents, including even the remote corners of Antarctica. Dawn's dedication and talent have earned her 95 prestigious awards, including recognition from esteemed organizations such as Canon USA, Inc., JVC-Tokyo, and MyAirBridge. Beyond her prowess as a producer, Dawn is a versatile artist with skills in acting, writing, and producing. Her industry experience and expertise have also led her to serve as a jury member at renowned film festivals around the world. She has been a part of the SediciCorto Film Fest in Forli, Italy, the ECU Film Festival in Paris, France, the M Film Festival in Matosinhos, Portugal, the Chicago Shorts Film Fest jury in Chicago, Illinois, and the Red Rock Film Fest pre-selection committee in Moab, Utah. Dawn's linguistic abilities are equally impressive. She is fluent in both English and Spanish and possesses proficiency in Italian and Portuguese. Her educational achievements further solidify her standing in the industry, as she graduated at the top of her class with a B.S. degree in Radio-TV-Film from Northwestern University in Rimini, Italy. She also honed her skills at the esteemed Henry Miller Library in Big Sur, California. Dawn's remarkable career journey is a testament to her unwavering passion and dedication to the world of film. Her contributions have left an indelible mark on the industry, and she continues to excel as a visionary producer, artist, and advocate for exceptional storytelling.