Hi, I’m Daremén J., a multidisciplinary director, photographer, and creative strategist based in Charlotte, NC. For over a decade, I’ve written and directed narrative and documentary projects from development through post-production, collaborating with artists, brands, and cultural institutions to bring vibrant stories to life on screen. My work spans brand campaigns, editorial shoots, and corporate video, anchored in cultural storytelling and authentic visuals. I lead creative vision and visual strategy, developing pitch decks, storyboards, and presentations to align teams and clients. I oversee photography direction across campaigns and collaborations, and I edit corporate training modules to deliver brand-consistent instructional content. In 2025, I premiered The Hill Has Wings and I continue to explore how concept, craft, and technology intersect to create compelling, cross-platform experiences.

DAREMEN J.

Hi, I’m Daremén J., a multidisciplinary director, photographer, and creative strategist based in Charlotte, NC. For over a decade, I’ve written and directed narrative and documentary projects from development through post-production, collaborating with artists, brands, and cultural institutions to bring vibrant stories to life on screen. My work spans brand campaigns, editorial shoots, and corporate video, anchored in cultural storytelling and authentic visuals. I lead creative vision and visual strategy, developing pitch decks, storyboards, and presentations to align teams and clients. I oversee photography direction across campaigns and collaborations, and I edit corporate training modules to deliver brand-consistent instructional content. In 2025, I premiered The Hill Has Wings and I continue to explore how concept, craft, and technology intersect to create compelling, cross-platform experiences.

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Hi, I’m Daremén J., a multidisciplinary director, photographer, and creative strategist based in Charlotte, NC. For over a decade, I’ve written and directed narrative and documentary projects from development through post-production, collaborating with artists, brands, and cultural institutions to bring vibrant stories to life on screen. My work spans brand campaigns, editorial shoots, and corporate video, anchored in cultural storytelling and authentic visuals.

I lead creative vision and visual strategy, developing pitch decks, storyboards, and presentations to align teams and clients. I oversee photography direction across campaigns and collaborations, and I edit corporate training modules to deliver brand-consistent instructional content. In 2025, I premiered The Hill Has Wings and I continue to explore how concept, craft, and technology intersect to create compelling, cross-platform experiences.

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Work Experience

Director / Photographer / Creative Strategist at Independent Practice
January 1, 2014 - Present
Written and directed narrative and documentary films from development through post-production, including the 2025 documentary The Hill Has Wings. Led creative vision and visual strategy for brand, editorial, and cultural projects across digital, print, and experiential platforms. Oversaw photography direction and image-making across campaigns, editorial shoots, and artist collaborations. Developed pitch decks, storyboards, and presentations supporting client alignment and greenlights. Collaborated with artists, brands, and cross-functional teams to deliver culturally resonant work. Edited corporate training modules for Harris Teeter, assembling multi-lesson instructional content including narration, graphics, and brand-compliant visuals for employee onboarding and operational training.

Education

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Qualifications

The Roll Up Fellowship
January 1, 2025 - December 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail