Tyshawn Jamison — Filmmaker / Storyteller
Short Film – The Rehearsal
Role: Writer • Director • Cinematographer • Editor
Type: Narrative Short Film
Tools / Software:
Sony FX6 • Adobe Premiere Pro
Project Description:
The Rehearsal is a short narrative film about a young man preparing for an audition that could change his life. As he records himself practicing, the lines from the script begin to feel uncomfortably personal, forcing him to confront his own struggles in real time. The film focuses on grounded performances, simple framing, and controlled lighting to support the emotional shift in the story.
Narrative & Film Projects
INSTRUCTIONAL / EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
How to Make Aki & Saltfish with Johnny Cakes
Category: Instructional / How-To Video
Role: Producer · Director · Camera Operator
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This instructional video features Joan Brown demonstrating how to prepare traditional Aki & Saltfish with Johnny Cakes. The project focuses on clear visual storytelling, steady framing, and easy-to-follow pacing. I directed the flow of the demonstration while recording the process to ensure each step was clearly shown for viewers.
Interviews & Podcast Work
Role: Producer • Director • Camera Operator • Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 • Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
A documentary exploring Susan Oludele’s journey from her beginnings to becoming a world-renowned celebrity hairstylist through authentic, cinematic storytelling.
Self-Love
Category: Podcast / Interview
Host / Speaker: Susan Oludele
Role: Producer · Director · Camera Operator · Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This episode explores self-love and emotional awareness. I approached the project with a clean, minimal visual style to keep the focus on the speaker and message. Consistent framing, clear audio, and thoughtful editing were used to create a professional and intimate viewing experience.
Category: Interview / Documentary-Style
Subject: Elder Dana Royster
Role: Producer · Director · Camera Operator · Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This documentary follows Elder Dana Royster’s journey of faith, leadership, and service, highlighting the experiences that shaped her ministry and personal testimony. Through a documentary-style interview, I focused on capturing authentic conversations and meaningful moments that reflect her impact and dedication. I handled production, directing, camera operation, and editing, creating a cinematic story with clean visuals, clear audio, and a natural storytelling approach.
Dwight Mulling — Travel Interview (Colombia)
Category: Interview / Documentary-Style
Interview Subject: Dwight Mulling
Role: Producer · Director · Camera Operator · Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This interview features Dwight Mulling discussing his recent trip to Colombia and his personal experiences while traveling. The project focuses on clear storytelling, natural conversation, and a relaxed visual approach. I handled directing, camera operation, and editing to create a clean, engaging interview that allows the subject’s story to come through clearly.
Event & Live Coverage
Private Party Event Coverage
Category: Event Coverage
Role: Videographer · Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This project captures candid moments and energy from a private event. The focus was on documenting the atmosphere, guest interactions, and key moments while maintaining smooth camera movement and dynamic pacing.
Family Field Day Event
Category: Event Coverage
Role: Videographer · Editor
Tools / Software: Sony FX6 · Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
This event coverage highlights community engagement and family interaction during a field day gathering. I focused on natural moments, wide coverage, and movement to tell the story of the day in an energetic and authentic way.
Fort Greene Park Layout
Title:
Built With Purpose
Category:
Commercial / Brand Story
Subject:
Fort Greene Park Layout
Role:
Producer • Director • Camera Operator • Editor
Tools / Software:
Sony FX6 • Adobe Premiere Pro
Description:
A cinematic brand piece filmed at Fort Greene Park that combines movement, atmosphere, and intentional composition to tell a visual story. The project emphasizes natural lighting, dynamic camera work, and clean editing to create engaging content that feels authentic while highlighting the environment and subject.
CINEMATIC STUDIES & VISUAL EXPERIMENTS
Clouds — Slow Motion Study
Type: Cinematic B-Roll
Tools: Sony FX6
Shot on my rooftop using in-camera slow motion. I adjusted shutter speed, frame rate, and exposure to create smooth motion and texture in the clouds.
Snowfall — Slow Motion Study
Type: Cinematic B-Roll
Tools: Sony FX6
Captured snowfall in slow motion to emphasize movement and depth. Camera settings were adjusted to preserve detail while isolating the falling snow.
Fire Flame — Slow Motion Study
Type: Cinematic B-Roll
Tools: Sony FX6
Slow-motion flame study focusing on texture and movement. Shot with controlled camera settings to capture the natural behavior of fire.