Jay Ford

Film

I’m a Director and Creative Director who’s all about crafting cinematic, emotionally honest visuals that live where storytelling, identity, and culture collide. Whether it’s editorial, fashion, beauty, branded content, or short doc work — I bring a clear point of view and a focus on mood, movement, and meaning to everything I touch.

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Home Base: 11135 Weddington St
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Experience

  • Creative Director & Filmmaker

    Jay Ford Productions

    Founded and led a creative production company specializing in cinematic, emotionally-driven brand content. Directed and developed national and international campaigns for brands like Canon USA, Google, Black Girl Sunscreen, GQ South Africa, and Prada. Oversaw full creative from concept to delivery, writing treatments, directing shoots, managing post, and building content strategies. Known for blending editorial visuals with real storytelling that connects on a human level.

    January 2018 – Present
  • Creative Director – Skincare Brand Rebrand & Launch

    Assemblic

    Led the full rebrand for Assemblic, a Korean skincare brand, from early strategy to final launch. Directed campaign and product shoots, developed the brand’s visual identity, and created a full social content calendar. Shaped the brand voice, tone, and storytelling approach across all platforms to help them stand out in a crowded skincare space.

    EditorialContentFashion Photographer
    February 2025 - Present
  • Director – National Ad Campaign

    Black Girl Sunscreen

    Directed a 2-minute commercial spot for Black Girl Sunscreen that aired on Hulu and Peacock. The campaign also included three print billboards across Los Angeles. Oversaw all creative decisions on set, from casting to final edit, ensuring the visuals were authentic, bold, and culturally aligned with the brand’s message.

    Commercial
    June 2023 – October 2023
  • Creative Director & Photographer – Fashion Editorial Campaign

    GQ South Africa

    Shot the cover story and accompanying editorial spread for GQ South Africa. Led creative direction for the campaign, crafting a visual narrative that blended high fashion with personal identity. Also produced supporting social media visuals to extend the reach of the campaign.

    FashionFashion Photographer
    April 2023