With over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Chris Povall has built a career defined by passion, hard work, and a commitment to excellence. As Co-Founder of 1 Life Studios, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective shaped by decades of hands-on experience across television, film, commercials, and trailers.

Chris’s journey began in New York, where his love for visual creativity first took root. More than 30 years ago, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams and started from the ground up—working tirelessly to learn every facet of the business. His persistence and drive soon earned him opportunities to contribute to major productions, including one of the earliest reality television series, American Chopper, which helped lay the foundation for the genre as we know it today. From there, he went on to work with some of the industry’s biggest shows, including America’s Got Talent, along with countless other projects that showcased his versatility and expertise.

Throughout his career, Chris has mastered a wide range of creative disciplines, from television production and photography to graphic design and visual storytelling. He has consistently adapted to the fast-paced, ever-evolving entertainment landscape, honing his skills and expanding his vision with each new project.

When he co-founded 1 Life Studios, Chris’s mission was clear: to bring the professionalism, creativity, and high standards of Hollywood to the Coachella Valley. Built on a foundation of passion and integrity, 1 Life Studios reflects his commitment to delivering exceptional quality for clients across a wide spectrum of media. Whether producing cinematic content, capturing timeless moments through photography, or designing impactful visuals, Chris and his team approach every project with the same dedication that has defined his career.

Chris is a creator who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, entertain, and connect people. His decades of experience allow him to blend artistry with efficiency, ensuring that every project not only meets but exceeds expectations.

Today, Chris continues to push creative boundaries, always striving to raise the bar for himself, his team, and the clients he serves. With a career spanning coast to coast—from his New York roots to his Los Angeles achievements, and now to building a creative hub in the Coachella Valley—Chris Povall embodies the spirit of resilience, vision, and passion that defines 1 Life Studios.

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• Americas Got Talent - NBC

• Match Game - ABC

• Lip Synch Battle (Live Show) - Spike

• Air Sex Championship - MTV

• Insomnia - Starz

• obey giant - Hulu

• Royals Rules of Ohio - Hulu

• The Great Food Truck Race - Food Network

• Heros’ Feast - Plex

• Halloween Wars - Food Network

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• If you really knew Me - MTV

• My Giant Life - Discovery

• Wife Swap - ABC

• Home Land Security - ABC

• I Forgive You - MTV

• Lock Up - MSNBC

• Pit Bulls & Paroles - A&E

• Killer Kids - Animal Planet

• American Chopper - Discovery

• American HotRod - Discovery

• American Casino - Discovery

• Dirty Jobs - Discovery

• Killer Kids - LMN

• Caesars 24/7 - A&E

• Split Ends - Style

• Big Medicine - TLC

• American Masters - PBS

• Harold and Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story - Documentary

• Surfwise - Documentary

• He Was A Quiet Man - Feature

• Lucky Number - Feature

• You Did What? - Feature

• Hollywood 911 - Reez

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• Guitar Hero (Video Game) - Commercial

• Call of Duty (Video Game) - Commercial

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• Best Thanksgiving Ever - Feature

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