J.J. Johnson is the creative force and founding partner of Sinking Ship Entertainment. He is a four-time Emmy-winning executive producer, three-time Emmy-winning director, CSA and WGC award-winning writer, and best-selling author. J.J. has created over 17 series including Dino Dana and Annedroids (Amazon Prime), Endlings (Hulu), and the Ghostwriter reboot (AppleTV+). Most recently he created Lockdown (YouTube Originals), a teen mystery series which was shot exclusively on webcams and cell phones during the Covid-19 crisis. Upcoming originals include Jane (AppleTV+), an environmental action-adventure series produced alongside the Jane Goodall Institute. J.J. actively lends his perspective within the media industry, academia, and beyond. He has co-authored multiple academic papers, and has been a guest speaker at organizations such as the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, the International Communication Association, and the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva. He is also the co-chair of the Youth Media Alliance. Christin Simms is an Emmy Award-winning producer and Emmy nominated writer. She has written and executive produced multiple exceptional kids and family programs for Sinking Ship Entertainment including Dino Dana and Annedroids (Amazon/TVO), Endlings (Hulu/CBC), Ghostwriter (Apple TV+), and most recently Lockdown (YouTube Originals). Christins talents and contribution to the industry have been awarded with two Canadian Screen Awards, two Canadian Screenwriting Awards, and the Youth Media Alliances Emerging Talent Award. She was named one of Playback Magazines Top Ten to Watch, and has recently become a best-selling author. Francesca Willett is a professional designer and illustrator originally from the UK, now living in Toronto, Canada. With an extensive background in consumer product development working with kids brands such asPeppa PigandPJ Masks, she uses this experience to bring a unique and fresh approach to a variety of different design formats including print design, pattern design, illustration, graphic design, and book design. Most recently, Fran has designed and illustrated the childrens booksDino Dana: Dino Activity GuideandJanes Endangered Animal Guide.
