Jimmy Pawlowski is a creative filmmaker, cinematographer, and editor specializing in narrative, documentary, and branded storytelling. His work blends cinematic visuals with emotionally driven, human-centered narratives across genres including documentary, lifestyle television, fashion, and travel. Driven by a deep curiosity about people and place, he’s spent the last few years exploring stories across East Asia, Europe, and North America. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, he is now transitioning to life in Seoul, South Korea to further expand his creative perspective and collaborate on global projects. His work includes credits on a regional Emmy-winning lifestyle series and collaborations with Discovery, STARZ, MLB, Ford Motor Company, and Hyundai Card.

James Pawlowski

Jimmy Pawlowski is a creative filmmaker, cinematographer, and editor specializing in narrative, documentary, and branded storytelling. His work blends cinematic visuals with emotionally driven, human-centered narratives across genres including documentary, lifestyle television, fashion, and travel. Driven by a deep curiosity about people and place, he’s spent the last few years exploring stories across East Asia, Europe, and North America. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, he is now transitioning to life in Seoul, South Korea to further expand his creative perspective and collaborate on global projects. His work includes credits on a regional Emmy-winning lifestyle series and collaborations with Discovery, STARZ, MLB, Ford Motor Company, and Hyundai Card.

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Jimmy Pawlowski is a creative filmmaker, cinematographer, and editor specializing in narrative, documentary, and branded storytelling. His work blends cinematic visuals with emotionally driven, human-centered narratives across genres including documentary, lifestyle television, fashion, and travel.

Driven by a deep curiosity about people and place, he’s spent the last few years exploring stories across East Asia, Europe, and North America. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, he is now transitioning to life in Seoul, South Korea to further expand his creative perspective and collaborate on global projects.

His work includes credits on a regional Emmy-winning lifestyle series and collaborations with Discovery, STARZ, MLB, Ford Motor Company, and Hyundai Card.

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Language

Korean
Intermediate

Work Experience

Editor / Camera Operator at Discovery Channel
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead Editor (Seasons 2–4) of the Emmy Award-winning adventure series. Camera Operator (Seasons 3–4). Collaborated with MLB, NHL, and LPGA. Managed post-production workflow, color, and media organization across multiple episodes.
Camera Operator / Editor at Midnight Wave Productions
January 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance Camera Operator / Editor for Midnight Wave Productions; contributed to national campaigns and projects.
DIT / Media Manager at STARZ / Jigsaw Productions
January 1, 2025 - Present
DIT and Media Manager for STARZ/Jigsaw Productions (BMF: Blowin' Money Fast II); shot branded content for Hyundai Card, Sparks Motors, and Jeep.
Videographer / Editor at Black Pine Media
January 1, 2024 - Present
Camera Operator and Editor on national commercial projects, including Jeep and Heavy D Sparks series (4M+ YouTube subscribers).
Archive / Video Assistant at Ann Arbor Film Festival
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Maintained and researched an archival database to create promotional content for the oldest avant-garde film festival in the United States.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production, Minor in Creative Writing (Screenwriting) at Yonsei University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Yonsei University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Korean Language & Cinema Courses at Yonsei University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment