Amanda Drake is a distinguished feature film producer known for her remarkable contributions to Hollywood North. With a diverse portfolio spanning acclaimed festival premieres and major studio collaborations, she continues to shape a dynamic new era of independent and prestige filmmaking.
Her recent projects include Jane Schoenbrun’s Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (Plan B), starring Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder, and The Best is Yet to Come (MRC/Lionsgate) directed by Jon Turteltaub and starring Matthew Broderick and Alan Ruck.
Amanda’s past credits feature a range of celebrated titles such as A Nice Indian Boy (SXSW), the darkly comedic It’s a Wonderful Knife (Beyond Fest), and Viggo Mortensen’s The Dead Don’t Hurt (TIFF). Her versatility shines through in distinctive works like Cold Copy (Tribeca), To Live to Sing (Cannes: Directors’ Fortnight), and the visionary sci-fi romance Love Me (Sundance).
A graduate of the University of Victoria’s BFA program, Amanda brings both creative vision and production acumen to every project. She is an alumna of prestigious professional programs including the Berlinale Co-Production Market, Reykjavik IFF Producers Lab, Cannes FF Producers Workshop, and Whistler FF Producers Lab. Further solidifying her reputation as one of Canada’s leading producers of boundary-pushing cinema.
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OUR Approach
Coming in on budget and on schedule is the baseline.
At Notable Studios, we deliver director-driven feature films with a production approach that plans far beyond principal photography. Every budget, crew, and logistics decision is made with the full lifecycle of your film in mind, post-production, marketing, delivery, and distribution, so you can move through challenges confidently without sacrificing creative intent.
We understand that every production choice creates a ripple effect, impacting schedule, cost, and the final film. That’s why our team is known for solving complex, script-specific problems, taking on unique production challenges, and developing custom workflows and new technologies when needed to support the story.
Led by producer Amanda Drake, Notable Studios provides physical production, production services in Canada, tax credit administration, and end-to-end support for filmmakers who need smart planning, strong execution, and calm leadership. We work with top-tier production contractors and collaborators on an as-needed basis, building the right team for your film; aligned with your creative goals, production scale, and budget realities.
We believe in giving you options, not obstacles. It’s your film, and we’re here to help you make it the strongest version it can be. Let’s make it Notable.
Fully Vetted Crews
We hire fully vetted crews and prioritize inclusive hiring practices to build sets that are professional, respectful, and high-performing. We also maintain a clear no jerks policy, because culture is part of the production plan.
Clear Communication
With deep on-set experience, our team brings calm, confident leadership across every department. From a seasoned Vancouver Line Producer, we keep communication clear, decisions fast, and the work moving forward.
Global Reach
Notable Studios works with filmmakers, studios, and partners worldwide. Offering production services in Canada as a trusted Canadian Production Company, as well as Producing services worldwide.
