Sean Weiner

Sean Weiner is an Assistant Professor of Cinema Studies at Purchase College, SUNY, within the School of Film and Media Studies, Department of Cinema and Television Studies. He is also the Director of Culture Initiative and Senior Curriculum Developer at the Jacob Burns Film Center, and a creative force at Private Cabin Collective, a New York City-based comedy arts collective where he works as a Director, Producer, Writer, and Performer.

His educational background includes a BA from Purchase College, SUNY and an MFA from Hunter College, City University of New York.

Sean Weiner's professional focus bridges academic scholarship and creative practice in cinema and media. His work spans film education, curriculum development, and comedic performance and production. His research and professional interests include cinema studies, television theory and practice, media studies, comedy arts, and pedagogical innovation in film education.

While no recent publications are listed, his professional roles suggest a strong engagement with cultural programming, media arts education, and creative storytelling in both academic and public-facing contexts.

• Director of Culture Initiative, Jacob Burns Film Center
• Senior Curriculum Developer, Jacob Burns Film Center
• Director/Producer/Writer/Performer, Private Cabin Collective

He has not received any publicly listed scientific awards. There is no mention of grant funding or student advising in the provided text.

Sean Weiner is actively involved in integrating film education with cultural programming and artistic production through his multi-institutional and interdisciplinary roles.