Eric Appel
Eric Appel is a writer/director working in television, film, and commercials.
Originally from Endicott, New York, Appel attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, majoring in computer animation. In 2001, he moved to New York City to write and perform comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater.
After writing for shows like Human Giant, Crank Yankers and The Andy Milonakis Show, Appel moved to Los Angeles and worked as a staff writer/director at the comedy website Funny or Die. His past television directing credits include Son of Zorn, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, New Girl, , Eagleheart, and The Office.
