Derek Plaza
- Additional Crew
- Production Designer
Derek Cristopher Plaza, born in Chicago, Illinois, had a gypsy
upbringing, moving around the country with his ex-military family.
Began acting in theater (Texas) at age 5. Continued in his teens
(Oregon) with modeling, commercials, dance and voice work. Went to
Spain (Madrid) at 16. Dropped out of high school upon return to the
U.S. Began writing songs and playing guitar while touring on motorcycle
following The Grateful Dead. Fished in Alaska for three tours. Moved to
Nevada and worked construction. Returned to Spain (Granada) and won a
spot in the "Asparago Rock!" festival. (1996) Moved to Los Angeles. 5
years as Production Assistant on Sony/Fox TV shows. (2007) Currently
acting and writing lyrics/music for artists, film, commercials,
television.