Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Quenell Jones. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Quenell, thanks for joining us today. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?

Going to High School in Atlanta, GA we had Television station where I was able to train and found the passion for production working as a Director/Cinematographer. During the summer I was working with PBS and CNN Film unit where I was able to really work and learn from professionals.

When moving to New York City to pursue my Undergraduate Degree in Cinematography gave me the opportunity to work with other passionate filmmakers. That continued passion lead me to continue my education with a Masters Degree in Cinematography from Manchester, England where working as Producer/Cinematographer on several narrative and documentary projects.

This continued passion has lead me to become a member of the International Cinematographers Guild and also a member of the Society of Camera Operators.

Also selected for The American Society of Cinematographers Vision Mentorship Program that expands and supports this critical mission advancing the art and science of cinematography and bringing cinematographers together to exchange ideas and techniques.

Quenell, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

If you are a boxing fan I had the pleasure of photographing the Autobiographical documentary of the Boxer Joe Frazier with a film called ‘Joe Frazier: When the Smoke Clears.’ They say Philadelphia is the capital of boxing, and Joe Frazier’s gym is the White House. For over forty years, and long after his million-dollar bouts with Muhammad Ali and others, Frazier’s dedication has kept this landmark gym alive. This film reveals an unknown side of Frazier, from his roots in South Carolina’s Gullah community to his international fame as a sports icon to his commitment to his adopted home of Philadelphia.

Working on the narrative film ‘Get Out’ with the Director Jordan Peele was a great experience and opportunity to really be creative as a Camera Operator.

Photographing and looking into the history of Hip-Hop was a wonderful journey with the film ‘Hustlers Convention.’ From the Last Poets, to George Clinton, MC Lyte, Fab 5 Freddy, Chuck D and Ice-T we was able to uncover passions from many Artists that led up to modern day Hip-Hop.

Currently in post production the narrative film ‘Jacquline Remember All of This.’ A Quirky, Heartfelt Comedy-Drama that I was able to photograph as Cinematographer. Our story unfolds, centered around Jacqueline, the matriarch of an eccentric family grappling with secrets, laughter, and the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease on the eve of her daughter Franny’s wedding.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The ability to explore ideas and concepts in the story-telling realms. Working as a cinematographer there a visual pursuit that translate the script into visual meaning hopefully to scare you, make you laugh or to even start a debate. Being a visual creative affords me that opportunity that can either entertain or maybe something else.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

The ability to collaborate with other creatives and explore new ideas and concepts. When I was living and working in Manchester, England during that time I was afforded the opportunity to work with Directors from England, Greece, China, Ghana, Malaysia, Thailand, Germany, and India. Working with theses creatives from others countries gave me a wider understating of various styles and sensibilities of filmmaking from around the world.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.quenelljones.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quenelljones_soc/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quenelljones