Amon Focus

About

For over a decade, I have documented diverse voices and experiences as a travel documentarian, culture journalist, artist, creative director, producer, and archivist. My "New York Said" project features a photo archive of over 3,000 images and a podcast with more than 250 in-depth conversations with notable New Yorkers. I have collaborated with Miles Partnership, Odyssey Studios, Brand USA, Travel Oregon, I Love New York, Louisiana Travel, and San Francisco Travel to develop engaging video content and campaigns as a creative producer, on-camera personality, and consultant. I have interviewed luminaries such as Jerry Saltz (Senior Art Critic, New York Magazine), Jay Maisel (renowned photographer), Bob Mankoff (cartoon editor, Esquire), Jamel Shabazz (documentary photographer), Erica Ford (Human Rights Activist), and Lonnie Ali (at the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky). My technical expertise spans video production, editing, photography, web production, multimedia, videography, post-production, directing, photo shoot directing, studio setup, and lighting. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro), Notion, and WordPress. I possess strong project management skills, ensuring smooth execution from pre-production to post-production. I excel in multitasking under tight deadlines, maintaining a solutions-oriented approach, and communicating effectively with all levels of management. Under the pseudonym Zooberdashery, I use AI tools like Midjourney, ChatGPT, and Gemini to create stylized digital assets and short stories. I also offer Legacy Calls, capturing people's life stories through guided conversations. Beyond my professional work, I hide my artwork around the country with QR codes to foster connections with curious art lovers. I combine storytelling, cultural preservation, and technology to create meaningful content across platforms, striving to empower others and ensure diverse voices are celebrated and preserved. As a Creative Director and Culture Keeper, I am dedicated to using my skills and passion to positively impact the world. My work aims to inspire, educate, and connect people from all backgrounds while preserving the current iteration of the"human experience" for future generations.