Hi, I'm Naniyah McClain, a passionate photographer and videographer based in New York City. I specialize in collaborating with models to create high-quality fashion photographs, managing projects from concept to delivery with a keen eye for lighting and creative direction. Alongside photography, I am deeply involved in film projects where I take on multiple roles such as director, writer, producer, camera operator, and editor. With a strong background in communications and media studies, I also have valuable production experience in broadcast communications working with ABC News. I enjoy storytelling through both visual and audio mediums and am always eager to bring creative projects to life while constantly learning new skills and technologies in this dynamic field.

Naniyah McClain

Hi, I'm Naniyah McClain, a passionate photographer and videographer based in New York City. I specialize in collaborating with models to create high-quality fashion photographs, managing projects from concept to delivery with a keen eye for lighting and creative direction. Alongside photography, I am deeply involved in film projects where I take on multiple roles such as director, writer, producer, camera operator, and editor. With a strong background in communications and media studies, I also have valuable production experience in broadcast communications working with ABC News. I enjoy storytelling through both visual and audio mediums and am always eager to bring creative projects to life while constantly learning new skills and technologies in this dynamic field.

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Hi, I’m Naniyah McClain, a passionate photographer and videographer based in New York City. I specialize in collaborating with models to create high-quality fashion photographs, managing projects from concept to delivery with a keen eye for lighting and creative direction. Alongside photography, I am deeply involved in film projects where I take on multiple roles such as director, writer, producer, camera operator, and editor.

With a strong background in communications and media studies, I also have valuable production experience in broadcast communications working with ABC News. I enjoy storytelling through both visual and audio mediums and am always eager to bring creative projects to life while constantly learning new skills and technologies in this dynamic field.

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Work Experience

Associate Producer at ABC News
October 1, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Utilized Netia application to release hourly INETs and ENETs and tracking requests. Edited 'Good Morning America' and 'World News Tonight' podcasts before launching on Apple Podcasts. Cut and sent out 'Start Here' podcast to long form. Used Descript to edit interviews and podcast content. Produced, pitched, and scripted stories for 'Perspective' podcast.
Freelance Photographer at Independent
May 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborate with models to ensure high-quality fashion photographs. Manage photography projects from conception to delivery including scheduling, creative direction, shooting, editing, and delivery. Assist lighting for Ashley Stewart by providing correct lighting as prescribed by the creative director.
Film Credits (Director, Writer, Producer, Camera Operator, Editor, Production Assistant, Associate Producer, Script Supervisor) at The New School / Independent
August 1, 2023 - Present
Held multiple film roles for various projects including directing, writing, producing, camera operation, editing, and production assistance across several films from 2023 to 2025. Worked on films such as 'Stay on Track', 'The Keys', '12/21', 'Living Mannequin', 'Of What Clouds?', 'JT_Montage', and 'Are You Working Yet?'.
Audio Podcast Intern at ABC News
January 1, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Researched news stories and brainstormed segment ideas for the 'Start Here' podcast daily. Searched archival tapes for inclusion in 'The Informant' podcast. Found library music for appropriate story tone. Wrote and edited promos and digital content for 'Reclaimed: The Story of Mamie Till-Mobley'. Produced and cut down interviews for 'Good Morning America' podcast before launch. Used Descript to edit interviews and podcast content. Prepared interview questions for '20/20: Arkansas BFF' episode.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communications at Fairleigh Dickinson University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2021
Master of Arts in Media Studies at The New School, Schools of Public Engagement
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education