On location in Algeria
Biography
Jimmy Ferguson is an award-winning cinematographer and filmmaker dedicated to finding the deeper emotional pulse of every story. With a career spanning over 70 films across 50 countries, Jimmy has established himself as a versatile storyteller capable of navigating everything from gritty psychological thrillers to documentaries, to video art installations and high-fashion commercial campaigns.
His recent narrative credits include the psychological thriller VIRAL (starring Blair Underwood and Sarah Silverman), the drama POINTE NOIRE, the RomCom STEP BACK, DOORS CLOSING, and the international documentary feature TORAH TROPICAL. Jimmy launched his career in New Orleans, where he was named “Louisiana Filmmaker of the Year.” Later, while based in NYC, he expanded into commercials, lensing campaigns for global giants like Canon, Samsung, and Google. His commitment to social impact was recognized with a CINDY Gold Award for his #NotAFan campaign against domestic violence.
A frequent collaborator at prestigious festivals, Jimmy’s work has premiered at New Directors/New Films, CPH:DOX, DOCNYC, and has been exhibited at MoMA, The Whitney, and the Smithsonian. His artistic vision — which extends into video art and live performance — has been supported by grants from Sundance, IFP, and the Jerome Foundation.
When not running film crews, Jimmy manages his self-sustaining estate in the tropical Andes of Colombia. A multilingual communicator, he specializes in diverse, international productions and brings a deeply rooted cross-cultural awareness to every frame.
”My work seeks to convey our underlying psychological truths. I strive for a visual language that is elegant and sophisticated, yet anchored in a visceral power that touches deep in the subconscious.”
Representation:
Micaela Huber
Independent Artist Group
10585 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90025
@IAGPhysicalProduction
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