Filmmaker, director, and production professional specializing in horror, suspense, and character-driven genre cinema.
C.J. Guerrero is a San Antonio-based filmmaker with experience spanning the full production process — from developing concepts on the page to coordinating departments on set, directing performers, and finishing projects in post.
A graduate of the Los Angeles Film School with a Bachelor of Science in Film Production, C.J.'s emphasis was in writing and directing. His cross-departmental experience as an assistant director and line producer informs a practical, crew-first approach: make the day work and make the story land.
He is the founder of Synyster Films LLC, an independent production company dedicated to bold, character-driven genre films — especially horror and slasher projects. His creative interests center on stories that use atmosphere, tension, and practical production choices to create lasting impact.
I understand the director's creative priorities — and the realities of schedule, budget, safety, and crew workload.
I communicate clearly with department heads, talent, producers, and clients in fast-moving environments.
I approach editing as storytelling — building performance, rhythm, clarity, tension, and emotional payoff.
I bring a calm, solution-oriented mindset to every set — horror, drama, comedy, or commercial.
Los Angeles Film School — Bachelor of Science in Film Production, emphasis in Writing & Directing
A mother's love can survive death. What it becomes afterward is another story.
In Darkness is a feature-length horror project written by Christopher Jason Guerrero. The story follows Prudence Pennywacker, who turns to witchcraft after the deaths of her husband and second child. As she attempts to complete a final ritual, her grief transforms into obsession — and she becomes willing to do anything, including kill, to get what she wants.
A cross-section of credited work spanning assistant directing, directing, writing, and editing. Filter by discipline to explore each area.
Directed by Michael Boccalini & Ché Grant. Produced by Anna Barbara Films. Stars John Cleese, Steve Hodgetts, and Ellie Rose Boswell.
View on IMDb →Directed by Sean Haitz. An alien-obsessed podcaster and friends travel to Area 51 and find themselves on the run and on the menu. Stars Vernon Wells and Felissa Rose.
View on IMDb →Television production credit reflecting experience working within a team-based, schedule-driven environment.
View on IMDb →Assistant directing credit demonstrating experience in production coordination and on-set leadership.
View on IMDb →A short-film production credit early in C.J.'s professional career, supporting the transition from planning to execution on set.
View on IMDb →Assistant director credit on a culinary documentary production.
View on IMDb →A credited editing project demonstrating work shaping pacing, tone, and story in post-production. IMDb identifies C.J. Guerrero as editor on the film.
View on IMDb →An original short film reflecting early work as a writer-director. IMDb credits C.J. Guerrero (listed as Chris Guerrero) for both writing and directing.
View on IMDb →Original concept, screenplay, and creative direction. IMDb credits C.J. Guerrero (listed as Chris Guerrero) as writer on this short film.
View on IMDb →Feature-length horror screenplay. 118 pages. The story follows Prudence Pennywacker, who turns to witchcraft after the deaths of her husband and second child.
Read about the project →Professional production services across the full filmmaking pipeline — from page to screen.
Narrative projects with a focus on story, performance, visual atmosphere, and purposeful coverage. Specializing in horror, suspense, character-driven drama, and independent genre filmmaking.
Helping sets stay focused, prepared, and moving. Detailed prep, strong communication, respect for each department, and an understanding of how to balance ambition with the realities of time and resources.
Translating creative ideas into workable production plans — scheduling, crew coordination, logistics, budget awareness, call-sheet support, and keeping projects organized from prep through wrap.
Story-first editing — building performance, rhythm, clarity, tension, and emotional payoff. Experienced in Avid and Adobe Premiere Pro.
Original material with an emphasis on high-concept genre storytelling, memorable characters, and production-conscious writing.
Features, shorts, proof-of-concept projects, music videos, branded narrative work, and producing partnerships. Cast, crew, and creative collaborators welcome — Texas and beyond.
Synyster Films LLC is C.J. Guerrero's independent production company and creative home for horror, slasher, thriller, and genre projects. The company exists to develop stories with a strong point of view, create opportunities for collaborators, and bring ambitious independent work to the screen.
Collaborate With UsAvailable for directing, assistant directing, line producing, editing, and select creative-production collaborations. If you have a feature, short, proof of concept, music video, commercial, or independent project that needs someone who understands both the creative and logistical sides of the work — let's talk.