J. Seth Estes

Biography

J. Seth Estes, born May 6, 2004, in Hamilton, Ohio, is a filmmaker with experience as a writer, director, producer, actor, and editor. He began his journey at 14 with the documentary Griffins In DC: A Middle School Trip Documentary (2019) and has since worked on various projects, including The Lost Voyager (2021), where his role as Edwin Craven earned him ‘Best Editor’ in the 72-hour Teen Film Challenge. Despite living with mild cerebral palsy, Estes has remained dedicated to his craft, contributing to films like Roadkill (2024), Drifter (2023), and Going Down (2024). Through his passion for storytelling and collaboration, Estes continues to develop his skills in filmmaking, balancing creativity with determination. His growing body of work reflects his commitment to the industry as he hones his voice as a filmmaker.

Known For

Drifter

as Jonathan Myers

The Lost Voyager

as Edwin Craven

A Rocky Transfer

as Peter

Speed Dating

as The Waiter

The Counterfeit Thief

as Peter

The LloydPergs

as Seth Estes (Sound Guy)

Griffins In DC : A Middle School Trip Documentary

as Himself

What Now?

as Detective James Morris

We Will Never Be Free

as Hendrix

A Date With A Cheerleader

as Christopher (Cult Member)