DIRECTOR  of documentaries, fiction, corporate videos & immersive experiences

Jim is driven to tell stories through film and video that move and engage audiences. Whether producing, directing, writing or editing,
he loves collaborating to bring new visions and compelling ideas to the screen.

His production and post work ranges from documentaries to fiction feature films, corporate and commercials to video installations and experiences.
He specializes in tackling complex storytelling and editorial challenges with creative solutions that inspire audiences.

Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area

The Autism Society SF Bay Area has an important mission, but had limited budget and resources. Leaning heavily into the passion of the organization and the families involved, we were able to collaborate to tell the story of how the Society helps solve challenges faced by Bay Area families. ROLE: Producer, Director, Editor

SF Public Works: Spotting

A 10-minute video showing San Francisco Public Works crews how to avoid accidents by backing up safely. ROLES: Producer & Director

USA Hockey – Building A Passion For Sports
This promotional video explains how USA Hockey puts kids first with age-appropriate development programs. Produced by Brilliant Global Communication
ROLES: Producer, Director, Editor
Intel Environmental Excellence Award documentary

This short documentary for Intel features two of their environmental excellence award winners describing how they helped the tech giant go green. Role: Creative Director Writer & Editor

Intel Communications Excellence

Three graphic-intensive videos in the real and virtual worlds about effective communication. Stills are available only on portfolio, due to "internal only" nature of videos. Role: Creative Director  

Intel Unlocked: Cyberpower

Corporate Marketing Video A video animation in the style of first-person games that introduces gamers and high-end users to Intel's new 'unlocked' processors. Silver Telly Award Winner.

Oakland Originals: Asiya Wadud

One of a series of short documentaries that unearth the artists, musicians, thinkers and do-ers that make Oakland, California a uniquely vibrant and thrilling community. Screened for more than 4 months before feature films at the historic Grand Lake Theater and at numerous festivals and screenings. Role: Producer, Director, Writer, Editor

Oakland Undercurrent Swim Team & School

A short promo video made in conjunction with a longer documentary on youth sports development for Brilliant Global Communications. Roles: Director, Editor & Producer

Oakland Originals: Vanessa “DJ Agana” Solari Espinoza

One of a series of short documentaries that unearth the artists, musicians, thinkers and do-ers that make Oakland, California a uniquely vibrant and thrilling community. Screened for more than 4 months before feature films at the historic Grand Lake Theater and at numerous festivals and screenings. Role: Producer, Director, Writer, Editor

Oakland Originals: Michael Christian

One of a series of short documentaries that unearth the artists, musicians, thinkers and do-ers that make Oakland, California a uniquely vibrant and thrilling community. Screened for more than 4 months before feature films at the historic Grand Lake Theater and at numerous festivals and screenings. Role: Producer, Director, Writer, Editor

Via Magazine: Land’s End Labyrinth
A 360-Degree View of the Lands End Labyrinth in San Francisco narrated by Via Magazine's executive editor.

ROLE: Producer, Director, Editor
Youtube Playroom Immersive Videowall (sample)

A series of 270° immersive videowall experiences for YouTube headquarters featuring iconic western locations.  To capture footage for the one-of-a-kind videowall, Jim designed a 12-camera rig capable of flying through the Grand Canyon and kayaking down a Class V river, then developed a specialized stitching and post workflow. Roles: Producer, Director, Editor & Designer

Oakland Originals: Tim Monroe

One of a series of short documentaries that unearth the artists, musicians, thinkers and do-ers that make Oakland, California a uniquely vibrant and thrilling community. Screened for more than 4 months before feature films at the historic Grand Lake Theater and at numerous festivals and screenings. Role: Producer, Director, Writer, Editor

Futurevision: Teen

Two of a series of four videos looking at potential technology uses in the near future. Roles: Field Producer, Post Producer/Director, Editor www.intel.com

“Head to Head” directing excerpt
A 23-minute comedic film about two parents...

Download Jim’s resume

Producer . Director . Editor Resume