Schmidt, originally from Andover, Kansas, began acting at a very young age. He made numerous guest appearances on shows such as "Monk," "JAG," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Grounded For Life," and "Taken." He also appeared in the films "Catch That Kid," "The Butterfly Effect" with Ashton Kutcher, and "Cheaper By the Dozen I and II" which helped him earn a Young Artist Award in 2006.

In 2007, Schmidt took time to work on his physical appearance in order to evolve from a "chubby" character actor into a "leading man." He can be seen in his first leading role in the independent romantic/thriller "Resurrection Mary" which is scheduled for release at the end of August, 2008. Schmidt also will appear in a Disney Channel Original movie, "Princess Protection Program," set for release early 2009.

Schmidt is currently working to expand his directorial and screenplay writing outreach with productions entitled: "Yeller: Lost At Home" and "Chase Doe." He is producing and starring in a webseries called "Poor Paul" which launches late September, 2008 on YouTube and MySpace. Schmidt recently made his directorial debut in "The Alyson Stoner Project," a healthy lifestyle music video.