...screenwriting with an edge of romance

J.K.Walker...Preliminary Judge

...John F. Walker is a freelance writer who balances his time between writing and developing concepts for the entertainment and museum industry as well as writing novels, screenplays and stage plays. Some of his recent works include writing for the American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum, The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra production - Home For the Holidays - and the Ohio State University Athletics Hall of Fame."  He has also been a leader in the development of creative concepts for the entertainment and amusement industry.  He has been a pioneer in the adaptation of motion picture and television properties into live events, guest experiences and ride attractions.  Some of his credits include The Star Trek Experience at the Las Vegas Hilton and The Outer Limits: Flight of Fear for Paramount Parks.  Both attractions have won numerous industry awards, including best thematic guest experiences and best new attraction.  By combining his knowledge of live entertainment with his passion for writing John truly understands the audience he is writing to entertain.