David Bernad

Biography

David Bernad is an acclaimed American film and television producer celebrated for his work on critically lauded projects such as The White Lotus, Jury Duty, and Uncharted. His productions span both comedy and drama, earning him multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, and Producers Guild of America (PGA) awards.

Early Life and Education

Born in Washington, D.C., Bernad's passion for storytelling ignited during his youth. He pursued higher education at McGill University in Montreal, graduating in 2004 with a degree in Industrial Relations. During his time at McGill, he immersed himself in event production, organizing campus events and producing music videos, laying the groundwork for his future in entertainment.

Career Journey

Bernad began his career in Hollywood's traditional entry point—the mailroom—at United Talent Agency (UTA). His dedication and networking skills led him to a pivotal role as assistant to writer-director Mike White. This collaboration blossomed into a long-standing partnership, with Bernad producing several of White's projects.

His early production credits include HBO's Enlightened (2011–2013), starring Laura Dern, which garnered critical acclaim and multiple award nominations. Bernad further expanded his television portfolio with series like NBC's Superstore (2015–2021), Freeform's The Bold Type (2017–2021), and ABC's Stumptown (2019–2020).

In the realm of film, Bernad has produced a diverse array of projects, including Brad’s Status (2017) starring Ben Stiller, Unicorn Store (2017) directed by Brie Larson, The Mule (2018) featuring Clint Eastwood, Zombieland: Double Tap (2019), and the action-adventure Uncharted (2022) with Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg.

Breakthrough with The White Lotus

Bernad's most prominent success came with HBO's The White Lotus, which he executive-produced alongside Mike White. The series debuted in 2021 to widespread acclaim, praised for its sharp social commentary and ensemble performances. The show has earned multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series.

Following this success, Bernad continued his collaboration with HBO on White House Plumbers (2023), a limited series starring Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux, and produced the mockumentary-style comedy Jury Duty (2023) for Amazon Freevee.

Awards and Recognition

Bernad's work has been recognized with several prestigious awards. He won an Emmy for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series for The White Lotus and received nominations for Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Comedy Series for The White Lotus and Jury Duty, respectively.

In 2012, The Hollywood Reporter named him to its "Next Gen" list, highlighting him as one of the entertainment industry's rising talents.