CEO — Jack Campbell

Jack Campbell is a 24-year veteran of the international film industry and founder of Jackrabbit Media. As a producer, his credits include the crime thriller Paydirt (2020) starring Luke Goss and Val Kilmer, Kurtis David Harder’s horror/thriller Influencer (2023, Shudder Original) and its upcoming sequel Influencers (2025), the sci-fi thriller Lookout (2025), and supernatural horror Ghosts of Red Ridge (2024).  Campbell has multiple projects in development.

From 2016 to 2019, Campbell co-founded and ran Octane Entertainment, which he and his wife Rebecca later evolved into Jackrabbit Media, now a leading sales, production, and distribution outfit. Prior to this, he served as SVP of Sales & Acquisitions at Premiere Entertainment Group, where he led worldwide sales on films such as Jill Soloway’s award-winning Afternoon Delight, starring Kathryn Hahn and Juno Temple, Scenic Route starring Josh Duhamel, Hairbrained with Brendan Fraser, Little Accidents with Elizabeth Banks, and Bob Yari’s Papa: Hemingway in Cuba, starring Giovanni Ribisi and Minka Kelly. He also oversaw the Yari Film Group library, which included the Oscar-winning Crash, The Illusionist starring Edward Norton, The Matador with Pierce Brosnan, Hostage with Bruce Willis, and The Hoax starring Richard Gere.

Earlier in his career, Campbell held senior posts at Maya Entertainment, Spotlight Pictures, Maverick Entertainment, and ITN Distribution (best known today for releasing the Winnie the Pooh horror franchise). Recognized as one of the most respected executives in independent sales and acquisitions, he is known for his drive, enthusiasm, and accountability. He also served as an alternate Board Member for IFTA in 2012. Campbell resides in Buckeye, AZ with Rebecca, their two daughters, two dogs, and one cat.

COO — Rebecca Campbell

As Chief Operating Officer for Jackrabbit Media, Rebecca oversees the day-to-day administrative and internal operations.

Before devoting her time to raising her two girls (Ages 10 & 12) Rebecca served as Operations Coordinator and then Controller at Sionix Corporation, a publicly held water-treatment company (OTCBB: SINX). She then went on to help start Wells Compliance Group, a technology-based services firm supporting the financial reporting needs of publicly traded companies. In her position she helped implement timely, periodic GAAP-compliant financial reporting for clients as customer service and relations coordinator.

President Of Worldwide Sales And Acquisitions — Mark Padilla

Mark Padilla has over 20 years of experience in the independent film and television industry. He is currently the President of Worldwide Sales and Acquisitions at the Arizona-based company Jackrabbit Media. Mark oversees all acquisitions and worldwide sales and distribution rights to their projects. Mark also produces and executive produces select projects at Jackrabbit Media. Most recently, he was a producer on the films GHOSTS OF RED RIDGE and LOOKOUT and executive produced the film CHRISTMAS IN MISTLETOE.

Mark also teaches two courses at UCLA Extension focusing on the independent film business. One course focuses on marketing and distributing independent films across all platforms, while the other provides an in-depth examination of the acquisition process in Hollywood. Mark also teaches an acquisition and producing course at the Seattle Film Institute, the only accredited film school in the Pacific Northwest.

Previously, Mark was SVP of Sales and Acquisitions at DDI (Double Dutch International), a Toronto-based company. At DDI, Mark produced and was the executive producer of several films. Including the action film THE DOORMAN, the hitman thriller THE VIRTUOSO, and the exciting horror film ESCAPE THE FIELD.

Before joining DDI, Mark served as the VP of Sales and Acquisitions at Myriad Pictures. Mark was responsible for selling both new and library titles. He also managed a team of sales, marketing, and publicity executives. Before joining Myriad, Mark was the VP of International Sales at Essential Entertainment; before that, he served as the marketing manager at Arclight Films.

Mark began his career as an international acquisitions consultant for multiple distribution companies worldwide, including international broadcasters such as Mediaset (Italy), Telecinco-Mediaset (Spain), and ProSieben (Germany).

Mark has spoken on several industry panels discussing the international distribution market, including being a regular panelist for New Filmmakers Los Angeles and IFTA (the Independent Film and Television Alliance), and has been featured in several industry trade publications regarding the global independent film market. Mark has also served as a jury member for independent feature films and short film festivals.

Director, Marketing & Acquisitions — Sydney Edwards

Sydney Edwards recently joined the Jackrabbit team in July of 2024. She has her BFA in Film in Media Production from Arizona State University and brings a versatile background of experience including roles within customer service and the arts.

At Jackrabbit Media, Sydney assists in the coordination and promotion of independent feature films, campaign planning, market prep, and client engagement. She aided in social media marketing for films such as CANNIBAL MUKBANG and THE JURASSIC GAMES: EXTINCTION. Sydney is committed to supporting the company’s mission to elevate genre-spanning filmmakers and bringing compelling, original stories to the market.

Based in Phoenix Arizona, Sydney is enthusiastic about all her creative endeavors both in and outside of work. She’s a long-time equestrian, as well as a member of the Society of American Fight Directors. She’s passionate about storytelling and exploring innovative ways to connect audiences with independent cinema.