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I began with tone. A clear moodboard defined the emotional direction before production, so every shot served a purpose.
Pacing was shaped by the music. The edit follows the track’s emotional arc while maintaining an editorial rhythm intentional pauses, longer holds, and...
Everlast — Spec Ad (Concept Case Study)
This spec was built to demonstrate how I approach brand storytelling from concept to final cut.
Everlast — Spec Ad (Concept Case Study)
This spec was built to demonstrate how I approach brand storytelling from concept to final cut.
Before i left the states i had the luxury of working with skyhausmedia as a Director of photography! This project challenged me due to the tight turn around time yet me and the team executed effortlessly and the client was happy. With a mix of AI footage provided by the editors...
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I Don’t Code Switch is a visual love letter for Juneteenth, a poetic editorial honoring Black legacy, identity, strength, and softness. At Cychedelic Picture House, I led creative direction, casting, filming, and post-production,...
This film was a reflection on purpose and art , how using your gift can move people in ways words can’t. I partnered with Ashley T. Robinson to bring her vision for Love Allways to life, crafting a short visual that captures ambition, emotion, and...