Erik Crary was born and raised in Lodi, Wisconsin. He majored in Film and Journalism at the University of Wisconsin, and moved to Los Angeles following graduation. He soon began working for renowned director David Lynch, initially as his assistant, then eventually as an Associate Producer on his latest film, INLAND EMPIRE. He and his wife relocated to Chicago in May of 2008, where he has worked in the production industry since. Uncle John is his first credit as a producer and screenwriter.