Clint Bentley is an American filmmaker and screenwriter whose artistic formation began with a degree from Stetson University. After university, he worked various jobs inside and outside the film industry before committing to filmmaking. He started creating short films, then moved into co-writing and producing feature work. His early feature involvement included co-writing and producing on a film that premiered at a major festival, establishing his screen-craft credentials. Over time, Bentley expanded into directing: his debut as a feature film director marked a transition from primarily writing/producing to full creative leadership. He has navigated between writing, producing, and directing, working across independent and festival-driven film projects while building long-term creative partnerships.