- 2007: Directed Vince Vaughn in "Fred Claus" a Christmas-themed film about Santa Claus' older brother
- 2004: Directed Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn in the comedy "Wedding Crashers"
- 2003: Helmed first A-list action-comedy, "Shanghai Knights" the sequel to Shanghai Noon
- 1998: Helmed first feature film, the dark comedy "Clay Pigeons"
- 1995: First screenwriting credit, the camp slasher film "Ice Cream Man"
- 1992: Won several national and international awards for his NYU thesis film, "57th Street Serenade"
- 1987: Assistant to the production manager on John Schlesinger's film, "The Believers"
- Moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career as a director
- Worked for Warner Bros. development division
- Made a name for himself directing television commercials and music videos

