ME IN A NUTSHELL

Hi! I’m Kevin Polay… and I’ve never actually been in a nutshell. But I have sat on one - OUCH! And as a former practicing attorney from NY (please don’t hold that against me) and graduate of St. John’s University School of Law (with honors), I turned a two-week screenwriting workshop at NYU for fun into a rewarding and fulfilling careers as a 1) working screenwriter for Film, TV & Gaming and 2) a copywriter, content creator, producer, and Director of Content for marketing, advertising and branded entertainment for businesses and brands, big and small.

IT’S BEEN SAID…

(Marketing & Advertising)

“For the last few years Kevin Polay has been at the helm of our agency's content division. In that capacity he has concepted and written everything from social posts, to web sites, short format content, long format award-winning documentaries and more. His value is two-fold. First, he has a supernatural knack for creating content that delights consumers, and rewards our clients with the traffic, engagement, and sales they demand. Second, he is truly a jack of all trades. For many projects Kevin has done everything from coming up with the initial concept, to copywriting, scripting, and then acting as an exemplary producer.

He once told me that he’s “nuts" about being “soup to nuts.” And that speaks to the benefits of working with Kevin that transcend his practical skills. Not only can he truly do it all, but he is tireless in his commitment to do what’s right - to marshal the will, collaboration and creativity to do what’s right for my agency, AND to do what’s right for the client. His creative spirit is tempered by an incredible sense of responsibility. That is rare. And immensely valuable to any enterprise.

Chris McKee - Founder & CEO Flint & Steel
(Advertising, Marketing, Branded Content & Entertainment)

“After deciding to transform my family’s wholesale fashion business into a modern E-com fashion brand for women, I was struggling with how to grow the business, increase sales, connect with consumers, and generate more revenue until I hired Kevin Polay to be Promesa LA’s first Director of Content, Sr. Producer & Sr. Copywriter. He moved strategically, creatively, quickly, and tirelessly, to reimagine and create a new and effective direction, look & feel for all of our marketing, advertising and social media content platforms and initiatives, resulting in truly significant increases of brand awareness, revenue, and brand loyalty for Promesa.

Joseph Choi - CEO - Promesa LA
( E-Comm Clothes & Fashion Brand)

“Working with Kevin Polay changed me. As an artist.  As a person. As a professional.  Aside from helping me break down story or work through clunky dialogue and ideas, he's also taught me composure and grace.  You know that saying, "Not all great players are great coaches"? That's not the case with Kevin.  His wealth of writing and industry experience flows out of him.  He's kind, direct, and hilarious.  Kevin remembers the fundamentals while giving you advanced notes that push your talent.  He's on a short list of folks I would recommend to coach writing and pitching.  If you are lucky enough to have a chance to work with Kevin, take it!”­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­

Sean Crampton – Writer/Producer/Actor
(Good Bad Things, The Wheel, The Stalking Fields)

“Kevin’s a true master of his craft, but he’d never tell you that, so I am. His deep understanding of story, structure, and character enabled him to spot the bumps in my script and guide me through a process that was thrilling, enlightening and a whole lotta fun. Kevin also understands that a good story doesn’t mean it’s a long-running series. I struggle with story engines and Kevin was able to guide my protagonist’s internal struggles into external plot goals for TV. Kevin’s purest gift is his personality. I never once felt he was teaching me anything — just guiding me. That’s invaluable for accessing your artistry.  I can’t thank him or recommend him enough!”

  Stephanie Bast – Writer/Actor - “As I AM”
(CineStory scholarship & Roadmap's Diversity Fellowship Winner)