J.J. Abrams

Directed an all new cast in the eleventh film of the franchise "Star Trek," which explores the early days of Kirk and Spock before they unite aboard the USS Enterprise

Again collaborated with Matt Reeves who directed the Abrams-produced "Cloverfield"

Made feature directorial debut with "Mission: Impossible III" starring Tom Cruise

Co-created (with Damon Lindelof) and executive produced the ABC series "Lost"; also wrote and directed several episodes; earned a Golden Globe (2005) nomination for Best Drama

Co-wrote and co-produced the thriller "Joyride"

Created and executive-produced the ABC series "Alias"; also wrote and directed several episodes

Co-created (with Reeves) and executive produced the drama series "Felicity" (The WB); also directed episodes

Co-scripted the summer hit "Armageddon"; collaborated with producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Michael Bay

Produced first film, "The Pallbearer"; directed by future collaborator Matt Reeves

Penned the dramatic feature "Regarding Henry" starring Harrison Ford; also co-produced

First produced film, "Taking Care of Business" (co-wrote with Jill Mazursky)

Wrote music for cult director Don Dohler's horror feature "Nightbeast"

Began making Super 8mm movies at age eight

Formed a production company with Jason Katims and Paul Webster

Formed the company Bad Robot Productions

Met future collaborator Matt Reeves at age 13