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James Lopez
Born1968 (age 57–58)
EducationSam Houston State University (BS)
OccupationsFilm producer and executive
Years active2000–present
Known forFilmography

James Lopez (born 1968) is an American producer, film executive, and former music executive. He is the president of Macro Film Studios since 2021, and has received nominations for two Black Reel Awards and one Film Independent Spirit Award. He is a member of the executive branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.[1]

Career

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Lopez began in entertainment as a music executive before transitioning into film. In 2000, Lopez started as senior vice president of marketing at Atlantic Records. At Atlantic, he oversaw marketing campaigns for various multi-platinum artists, including T.I. and Sean Paul. He also oversaw soundtracks for films including Hustle & Flow (2005) and Avatar (2009).[2] His work in soundtracks and music videos would influence a move into the film industry.[3]

After Atlantic, Lopez moved to become a senior vice president of production at Screen Gems,[3] a label of Sony Pictures Entertainment. In 2015, he left Screen Gems to become a producer and head of motion pictures at Will Packer Productions.[4] In 2021, Lopez became the president of Macro Film Studios, and oversees development, production, and distribution of their slate.[5]

Lopez has worked as a producer for a variety of films, including What Men Want (2019), Little (2019), The Photograph (2020), Beast (2022), and One of Them Days (2025). He has also worked as an executive producer on films including Girls Trip (2017), Night School (2018), They Cloned Tyrone (2023), and Freaky Tales (2024).

Lopez serves on the Board of Directors for the Producer's Guild of America Foundation, a philanthropic wing of the PGA that promotes inclusivity, access, and sustainability in the film industry.[6]

Personal life

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Lopez is an alumnus of Sam Houston State University.[citation needed]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Credit Notes
2012Think Like a ManExecutive in charge of production
2013Battle of The YearExecutive in charge of production
2014Think Like a Man TooExecutive in charge of production
About Last NightExecutive in charge of production
#AmeriCanProducerShort
2015The Wedding RingerExecutive in charge of production
The Perfect GuyExecutive in charge of production
2016When The Bough BreaksExecutive in charge of production
Almost ChristmasExecutive Producer
2017Girls TripExecutive Producer
2018Breaking InProducer
Night SchoolExecutive Producer
2019What Men WantProducer (p.g.a)[a]
LittleProducer (p.g.a)[a]
Jacob's LadderExecutive Producer
2020The PhotographProducer (p.g.a)[a]
2022BeastProducer (p.g.a)[a]
2023Young. Wild. Free.Producer
Praise ThisProducerTelevision Film
They Cloned TyroneExecutive Producer
OracleProducer
2024Freaky TalesExecutive Producer
2025One of Them DaysProducer (p.g.a)[a]
Wizkid: Long Live LagosExecutive ProducerDocumentary
Eternal ReturnProducerUpcoming Release
2026Rock SpringsProducerFestivals

Upcoming

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Year Title Credit Notes
TBDSamo LivesProducerPost-production
Don't Ever WonderProducerProduction
One of Them Days 2ProducerDevelopment[7]

Selected Discography

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Albums

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As Music Executive

Year Album Artist Certification
2000Da Baddest BitchTrinaGold[8]
2001Jealous Ones Still Envy (J.O.S.E.)Fat JoePlatinum[9]
Born to Do ItCraig DavidPlatinum[10]
Thugs Are UsTrick DaddyPlatinum[11]
2002Watermelon, Chicken & GritzNappy RootsPlatinum[12]
LoyaltyFat JoeGold[9]
Diamond PrincessTrina
Dutty RockSean Paul3x Platinum[13]
Thug HolidayTrick DaddyGold[11]
2003Trap MuzikT.I.Platinum[14]
Wooden LeatherNappy Roots
2004KamikazeTwista2x Platinum[15]
Urban LegendT.I.2x Platinum[14]
Thug Matrimony: Married to the StreetsTrick DaddyPlatinum[11]
Real TalkFabolousGold[16]
2005The Minstrel ShowLittle Brother
I Gotta Make ItTrey Songz
2006KingT.I.2x Platinum[14]
2007T.I. vs. T.I.P.T.I.Platinum[14]
2008Paper TrailT.I.4x Platinum[14]

Film Soundtracks and Albums

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As Music Executive

Year Movie Artist
2005Hustle & FlowVarious
2007Daddy's Little GirlsVarious
P.S. I Love YouVarious
2008Nick & Norah's Infinite PlaylistVarious
2009AvatarJack Horner

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Production Result
2023Black Reel AwardsOutstanding TV Movie or Limited SeriesPraise ThisNominated[17]
2026Outstanding FilmOne of Them DaysNominated[18]
2026Independent Spirit AwardsBest First FeatureOne of Them DaysNominated[19]

Notes

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a.^ ^ ^ ^ ^ The PGA mark, introduced in 2012, certifies that a listed producer has performed a major portion of the producing duties on a motion picture, marking eligibility for some awards nominations in the role of producer.

References

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  1. ↑ Stedman, Alex. "Academy Invites 683 New Members in Push for More Diversity". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Archived from the original on July 6, 2019. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Careers in Film Summit 2016 Biographies". Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Archived from the original on November 24, 2025. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
  3. 1 2 Green, Chris (May 2021). "James Lopez". Produced By. Los Angeles, CA: Producers Guild of America. pp. 28–35. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  4. ↑ Fleming, Mike. "James Lopez Moves From Screen Gems To Will Packer's Universal-Based Shingle". Deadline. Archived from the original on August 9, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
  5. ↑ Jackson, Angelique. "Veteran Producer James F. Lopez Named President of Macro Film Studios". Variety. Archived from the original on October 5, 2022. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
  6. ↑ "Producer's Guild of America Foundation". Producer's Guild of America. Los Angeles: Producer's Guild of America. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
  7. ↑ Jackson, Angelique. "'One of Them Days' Sequel With Keke Palmer and SZA in the Works at TriStar". Variety. Retrieved February 12, 2026.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  8. ↑ "American certifications – Trina". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  9. 1 2 "Gold & Platinum: Fat Joe". Recording Industry Association of America. Archived from the original on February 25, 2013. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  10. ↑ "Gold & Platinum: Craig David". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  11. 1 2 3 "Gold & Platinum: Trick Daddy". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  12. ↑ "Gold & Platinum: Nappy Roots". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  13. ↑ "Gold & Platinum: Sean Paul". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  14. 1 2 3 4 5 "Gold & Platinum: T.I." Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  15. ↑ "Gold & Platinum: Twista". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  16. ↑ "Gold & Platinum: Fabolous". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 18, 2026.
  17. ↑ "Black Reel 7th Annual Television Awards Featuring Gender Neutral Categories Announces Nominations". Deadline. Archived from the original on February 21, 2026. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
  18. ↑ "26th Annual Black Reel Awards". Black Reel Awards. Archived from the original on January 22, 2026. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
  19. ↑ "2026 Spirit Awards: Best First Feature". Film Independent. Archived from the original on January 28, 2026. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
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