Jorge Ortiz(III)
- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Jorge Ortiz is a Brooklyn-bred actor and writer whose work is defined by a relentless commitment to craft and collaborative storytelling. A graduate of Vassar College, Jorge transitioned to Los Angeles shortly after, building a reputation for navigating the complexities of the industry with a proactive, causative approach.
As a key creative within Richard Lawson's Professional Development Program Collective, Jorge has evolved into a formidable writing voice. He most recently co-wrote the feature film "The Third Act", a high-concept project selected as one of only 20 global finalists for the prestigious Largo.ai pitch competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film. Beyond the page, Jorge is the creator of Chasing The George, a long-running industry blog where he shares an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the career he is building in real time, while also providing career transparency and artist empowerment.
Whether developing screenplays or performing on screen, Jorge combines East Coast grit with a forward-thinking embrace of new media and trends, positioning himself at the intersection of traditional storytelling and the future of entertainment.
As a key creative within Richard Lawson's Professional Development Program Collective, Jorge has evolved into a formidable writing voice. He most recently co-wrote the feature film "The Third Act", a high-concept project selected as one of only 20 global finalists for the prestigious Largo.ai pitch competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film. Beyond the page, Jorge is the creator of Chasing The George, a long-running industry blog where he shares an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at the career he is building in real time, while also providing career transparency and artist empowerment.
Whether developing screenplays or performing on screen, Jorge combines East Coast grit with a forward-thinking embrace of new media and trends, positioning himself at the intersection of traditional storytelling and the future of entertainment.
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