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Frank Patterson serves as the Dean of the FSU College of Motion Picture Arts, a top ranked film school recognized by the Directors Guild of America for its “distinguished contribution to American culture through the world of film and television.” Dean Patterson is a filmmaker, educator and consultant, who has produced, written and directed feature films, commercials and a variety of video content for more than 25 years. The Hollywood Reporter named Frank Patterson one of the nation's top mentors to a generation of Hollywood filmmakers, and the Florida Governor’s Office recognized him for "inspiring a generation of Florida filmmakers" and for his "contribution to and support of production in Florida." Dean Patterson has taught film production and screenwriting at The University of Texas, Baylor University and Chapman University, where he also served as the Director of the School of Film and Television. Prior to joining Chapman, Patterson served as President of The Los Angeles Film School in Hollywood, California. Patterson holds bachelor and master degrees in communications from Baylor University. He is the father of two children, and the husband of actress and FSU School of Theatre faculty member, Leslie France.