RUM PICTURES is owned and operated by Robert U. Manning .  Robert's experience begins acting in Primetime Network Television (CBS) with recurring  performances on "Walker Texas Ranger",  and Public Television (KERA) performances on "Wishbone".  Robert made his Theatre debut at the South Dallas Cultural Center in the production of "Two Trains Running" a stage play written by August Wilson and directed by Charles Hillman.  Robert learned Photography, and Video Production at North Lake College in Irving, Texas, and has over 10 years experience videotaping weddings, events, and 2 years experience videotaping community events for the City of Irving, TX. 

 Experience

Videographer  - Irving Community Television Network (ICTN)

Community public broadcasting.  Videoptape community events, city counsel meetings and sporting events.  View demos www.sites.google.com/site/rumdemos

Producer & Director - Studio Production Persistence of Vision - 30 minute TV Show displaying student video work at North Lake College  (Network ICTN - Irving Community TRV Network)

Producer & Director - Studio Production Television Public Affairs - 30 minute TV Show displaying musical art (Jazz quartet) along with interviews.  Awarded Texas Intercollegiate Press Association 2nd place Recognizing Excellence in Student Media by Texas A&M University.

Writer, Producer & Director - Student Short Film "A Girl gotta do what a Girl gotta do" A 12 minute comedy.  Submitted to the 1st annual AFI Dallas International film festival March 2007.