John C. Lyons

Biography

In grade school John enjoyed drawing and creating short stories. He would make short films for class projects at any possible opportunity, oftentimes talking his teachers out of written papers just so he could make another movie. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Mathematics. 2004 - Lyons and Dorota Swies created Lyons Den Productions LLC, an independent production company specializing in digital video entertainment and professional design services. 2004-2005 - Lyons Den Productions produced and released short films "Hunting Camp" and "BOGO". 2006 - Lyons began work on his first feature film "Schism" and was inducted into the Eerie Filmmaker Hall of Fame (Eerie Horror Film Festival). He also founded the Edinboro Film Series which he continues to serve as Director. 2007 - Lyons was named one of The Erie-Times News' People of the Year. 2009 - Lyons was selected for a Generation-e Leadership Award by the Young Erie Professionals. 2010 - Lyons began work on his second feature film "There Are No Goodbyes". 2010-2011 - Lyons served as Vice-President of the Boonies International Film Festival. 2011 - Lyons became the Executive Director of the Film Society of Northwestern Pennsylvania. 2012 - Lyons was hired to create and curate a new film series FILM at the Erie Art Museum.