Born and raised in Cincinnati,
I bring a distinct Midwestern perspective to my work as a visual storyteller and filmmaker.
My multidisciplinary approach
combines technical expertise
with an artistic philosophy rooted in
automatisme;
the performance of automatic action influenced by surrealist intuition and expressed through
stream-of-consciousness
exploration.

My journey began in a high school darkroom,
where what started as curiosity evolved into a profound passion for photography. There, I mastered film development and negative enlargement techniques, laying the foundation for my future in visual media. This early technical training
informs my current cinematography work,
where I apply traditional photographic principles to digital filmmaking.

Currently completing my BFA in Media Production at the College Conservatory of Music with a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, I bring a critical and inclusive lens to my creative process. My international study in the UK enriched my understanding of narrative development across cultural contexts.

My work spans multiple mediums:
creative writing, painting, floristry photography, ceramics, and filmmaking,
allowing me to approach visual storytelling
from diverse perspectives.
This cross-disciplinary background enables me to see connections others might miss and bring unexpected elements into my production work.

As a filmmaker, I explore the philosophy of automatisme while drawing inspiration from cinema history. My creative vision has been recognized through three poems published in local literary magazines and watercolor exhibitions in regional art shows.

At Urbanist Media, I've contributed to documentary-style productions from pre-production planning through post-production, developing skills in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve. My work has directly contributed to increased audience engagement across platforms.

My previous roles in high-pressure environments have honed my leadership capabilities and problem-solving skills; essential qualities I bring to every production.


I'm seeking collaborations that challenge conventional storytelling and push creative boundaries. If you're looking for a filmmaker who blends technical proficiency with artistic vision, let's connect and bring your project to life.

CONTACT

Queens, NY

(513) 328 - 2476
connor.n.napier@gmail.com