Background
Smith, Howard Jay was born on August 5, 1950 in New York City. Son of Robert and Lillian (Daner) Smith.
Smith, Howard Jay was born on August 5, 1950 in New York City. Son of Robert and Lillian (Daner) Smith.
Certified in Chinese, Nanyang College, Singapore, 1971. Bachelor in Asian Studies, University Buffalo, 1972. Master of Education, University Buffalo, 1974.
Certified in film, American Film Institute, 1986.
Freelance writer, Washington and Los Angeles, since 1977. Director National Children's Center, Washington, 1977-1983. Manager ABC-television, Los Angeles, 1984-1985.
Director creative affairs Embassy television, 1985-1987. Guest speaker American Film Institute Alumni Association, Los Angeles, since 1984.
Board directors Mayor's Committee on the Handicapped, Washington, 1980-1982. Member Writers Guild American, Phi Beta Kappa.
Married Ilissa M. Light, August 21, 1951. 1 child, Zachary Z. Smith.