hELLO, I’M JORDAN.
Whether capturing life's moments through a lens or living them firsthand, I’m a storyteller at heart, balancing my life between the creativity of cinematography and the joy of personal experiences. I believe people are drawn to stories because they offer a vicarious expression of the full, messy, sometimes funny, sometimes weird, often beautiful range of life’s experiences. They remind us what it is to be human.
That is what I’m after and the best way I do that is through images. The collaborative nature of creative visual arts is what keeps me inspired and passionate. I’ve earned an MFA in cinematography from the prestigious American Film Institute as well as a BA from Columbia College Chicago. I have served as Director of Photography and earned recognition for feature and episodic narratives, commercials, lifestyle pieces, documentaries as well as music videos. My work has been featured at Fantastic Fest, Tribeca and Cinequest, to name a few.
Though a proud Chicago native, I've found a second home in the bustling creative scenes of Los Angeles and the SF Bay Area. These contrasting landscapes offer endless inspiration and a vibrant backdrop for my work. Whether shooting documentary out in the mountains or shooting scripted works in a soundstage I bring the same passion, care and dedication to each project.
I am consummately seeking new technologies, styles and workflows to explore new methodologies for visual language and storytelling such as Unreal Engine for volume and virtual production.
I’ve worked with clients, directors and budgets big and small and love the challenge to stay nimble and flexible for each project's needs. When not on set, I find balance and inspiration in my personal pursuits. Whether it's the physical challenge of rock climbing, the tranquility of backpacking, the culinary experiments in my kitchen, being lost in a good book or the laughter and camaraderie of game nights with friends, these activities recharge me and fuel my creative spirit. They reflect my love for challenge, discovery, and connection, elements that I also bring to my professional work.
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