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Director of Photography
Northern/Southern California 35mm/S16mm/16mm/S8mm/HD/DV e-mail: cinejay(at)emrl.com phone: (916) 344-2711 |
Philosophy:
 When deciding on shots and lighting
I try to follow the
aesthetic sense of German architect Mies van der Rohe: "Less is
More...". I feel that working with fewer, more simple
elements, invariably results in more natural and believable looking
images. Not only that,
but with simpler lighting comes simpler setups which translates into
faster
shot setups and less equipment needed to rent.
I believe the shot should be dictated by what the story calls for:
Movement motivated by story. If the moment is intimate or subtle, then
graceful movement should be considered, however if the moment's intensity
is right, or you
have to instantly catch a viewer's attention, strong
movements and
visuals may be just what is needed. Don't hold back.
Communication is also vitally important. It makes sense that the
director, DP and crew are all working off of the same sheet of music.
Avoiding problems caused by miscommunication in pre-production will save
time, money, and ultimately increase the quality of the project. To this
end, I am
happy to use storyboards, location scouting, or any other means to
effectively communicate.
I have a bachelor's degree from CSUS in Communication with emphasis in
Media Production, as well as a master's degree from Chapman University in
Film Production with emphasis in Cinematography. I have experience with
many different 35mm, 16mm, and digital video
cameras of various formats. In addition to film experience, I have spent
6 years in the military reserves (40th PSC, 40th Infantry Division), 6
years working for the California State Senate, and 5 years working in
visual merchandising, Nordstrom display team. |
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Downloads Page Download my Demo Reel, Commercials and Music Videos I have shot. |
The J Blog! My web journal, a mixture of my personal and professional experiences. |
Tech Notes and Projects Technical Journals from past projects and Tech Notes and tests on current projects, problems and solutions. |
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Client List:Adelphia Media, The Montel Williams Show, Sonic Jet Inc., UNICEF, Checkmate Staffing, British Airways, The cities of Pomona, Garden Grove, West Sacramento, Galt and Lakewood
Awards:2005 - Addy Awards Gold Addy - Advertising for the Arts and Sciences - Echopheen: “We’re OK” 2004 - American Indian L.A. Film & Television Awards Best Feature Film - “Nate and the Colonel” 2001 - Westfest film festival Luminaria Award – Outstanding Cinematography - “Obake Yashiki”
Feature FilmsGreydog Nate and the Colonel Grave Tales Goth Trail of Murder
Commercial Spots
Koval's Trade Market Sacramento Public Auction Fidelity Monitor Lanphier & Associates Tile Outlet On The Mountain America's Lending Partners Vtwin Mortocycle Rentals U.N.I.C.E.F. w/ Roger Moore No on Measure A (No on A comittiee- City of Pomona Calif.)
West Covina Toyota Audiolabs
Music Videos
Olson Olson "En Passant" FreeX "Box" Cognito "Shift Kits" Echopheen "We're O.K." The Needs: "Let's Go!" E-Race: "Fingers Crossed"
Corporate/Industrial Video
Customer Relations Center (CALFED Bank) Sonic Jet
Short Films
No Future For You Massacre at Shelton Laurel: second unit cinematography
Obaki Yashiki Resistance The Pizza King Room on the 2nd Floor Biker's South Prisoner of War This is a Meaningless Dream Sequence The Neighbor Geddon Foyer Morgan's Shadow Flat-Fith Last Cruise Story of Wednesday A Day in the Sun Paging Allisa Toole
Grip/Electric Positions
Cats and Mice - Best Boy Grip Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgery - Gaffer Utopia - Gaffer Burning Annie - Key Grip All Babes Want to Kill Me - Gaffer Time Changer - Swing Grip/Electric |
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