Summary

Emmy nominated Cinematographer w/ 22 years behind the Lens. Director with a great sense of story and excellent with cast, crew , multi-cam! Scripted+Non Scripted + Documentary Directed over 100 Music Videos ICG 600 S.O.C

Credits

5/24 – 6/24

Cinematographer (Sony Venice ) Violent Premonitions

Prime Video — Film (Feature-length) — Ivey League Productions
5/24 – 6/24
4/24 – 5/24

Cinematographer (Sony Venice ) Toxic Traits Anthology

BET — Film (Feature-length) — SRG Entertainment
4/24 – 5/24
4/24 – 4/24

Director Flip the city (Pilot)

Magnolia — TV — G-Unit Film & Television Details
4/24 – 4/24

Director/Showrunner

4/24 – 4/24

Cinematographer Do It For The Gram

Tubi — Film (Feature-length) — Swirl Films / Georgia Productions, LLC
4/24 – 4/24
3/24 – 3/24

Cinematographer Who’s Cheating Who

BET — Film (Feature-length) — Swirl Films
3/24 – 3/24
7/23 – 3/24

Director of Photography (DP) (Sony FX9 ) Backed by the Brothers (Season 1)

HGTV — TV — Scott Brothers Entertainment
7/23 – 3/24
2/24 – 2/24

Director of Photography (DP) (FS7 II) Reptile Royalty (Season 2)

Roku — TV — ITV Studios America Details
2/24 – 2/24

Day player DP

9/23 – 2/24

Director of Photography (DP) (Sony FX9 ) Varsity Ques (Season 1)

HBO Max — TV — Exit 105 Productions Details
9/23 – 2/24

2nd Unit DP

Unions

  • IATSE Local 600 International Cinematographers Guild (ICG)

Orgs

  • Black Film Space
  • Hue You Know
  • Society of Camera Operator
  • Black in Film

Self ID

I identify with the following groups:

  • Ethnicity: Black, African American or Caribbean
  • Ethnicity: Indigenous/Native
  • Ethnicity: Multiracial
  • Gender: Man

Media

  • James J.Duhon| Cinematography Reel|2018

  • No Ordinary Love, Official Trailer

Recos

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Corey St. Amant
Camera Operator
I have worked with James on multiple occasions. He is a skilled Camera Professional who is always willing to go the next mile to get the job done. Very easy going, laid back demeanor. Nonetheless, a quick thinker while in the work field. Always an ho ...MORE...
Nigel Bellis
Writer
James is a five star DP to work with. He always delivered high quality visuals for my show, and was a very popular member of the production team. He strives for quality, and always delivered. ...MORE...

Education

Class of '03

UCLA

Theater Film & Television
Class of '95

Acadiana Open Channel

Certified Studio Camera Operator

My Gear

  • Sony a7S
  • Lite Panels
  • Sachtler Tripod
  • Blackmagic Production Camera 4K
  • DJI Mavic 2 Pro
  • 1 Ton Grip Truck
  • 2 Ton Grip Truck
  • Aputure light package
  • Sony FX6
  • Dana Dolly
  • Sony FX3
  • Sony FX9 (5)
  • Sony FS7 (4)
  • 10 GoPro Hero 8
  • Grip Transit Van
  • DJ Ozmo
  • Sprinter 2 ton package

Skills

  • Directing
  • Editing
  • Multi cam directing
  • DP
  • Lighting
  • Managing Crew
  • cross shooting
  • Handheld Op
  • Master lighting for interviews
  • Shiny Floor Directing