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Jaff Joseph
Brooklyn, NYC Β· Storyteller

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filmmaker  Β·  Writer  Β· Producer
β˜… John B. Ovrutsky Prize in Support of Film Franklin & Marshall College Β· 2026
Posse Scholar Full-Tuition Merit Scholarship
Psalm 46:5
Worship in Motion screening

directed by jaff joseph β€”

FEATURED
Films

01

Franklin & Marshall College Β· 2024 Β· Feature-Length Documentary

Worship in Motion

A feature-length documentary made possible by a grant from The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship. A year of research and interaction at historic Trinity United Church of Christ in York, Pennsylvania β€” exploring youth, faith, and finding their way back.

Worship in Motion β€” Directed by Jaff Joseph Watch on Vimeo β†—

Franklin & Marshall College Β· Senior Film Showcase Β· April 9, 2026

Ti Sabrina

A deeply personal senior thesis film. Screened April 9, 2026 at the Franklin & Marshall Senior Film Showcase β€” a full-circle moment years in the making.

Ti Sabrina

link & video coming soon ✍️

Jaff on set

work & collaborations β€”

SELECTED
Projects

01

Franklin & Marshall Β· Senior Thesis Β· Narrative Β· Director

Ti Sabrina

A visual portrait of my spoken word pieces for Creative Practice. I handled the entire production β€” development, camera, sound, and editing. The voice you hear is mine. Screened at the F&M Senior Film Showcase, April 2026.

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02

Interview Film

Hope
An Artist Interview

Interview exploring identity and artistic expression.

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03

Experimental Narrative

This Is How
Black Girls Play

Experimental narrative blending spoken word and visuals.

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SOWE Egghunt
04

WE&Company Β· Apr 2025

SOWE
Community Egghunt

Event photography for the South West Lancaster Community Egghunt β€” vendors, families, and community joy.

Event Photography View Gallery β†—
Chef Khalid
05

Motion Picture Production Β· F&M Β· 2023

Chef Khalid
A Chef Spotlight

Interview with Chef Khalid Collymore of F&M's Dining Hall. Filmed w/ Skylar and Sarah for Motion Picture Production class.

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Liana Photography
06

Portrait Photography

Liana
Photography

A portrait photography collection centered on mood, presence, and personal style.

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Words Without Borders
07

Documentary Interview Β· Director

Words Without Borders

A documentary interview highlighting the lived experience of a Haitian refugee in Lancaster, PA, centered on voice, migration, and identity.

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WATER BY THE
SPOONFUL
08

Spec Adaptation Β· Scene Writing

Water by the Spoonful
Scene Adaptation

An original extended scene based on Quiara AlegrΓ­a Hudes’ play. Written to reflect her voiceβ€”blending grit, humor, and cultural depthβ€”while independently expanding character arcs.

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Red Rose Promotional Videos
09

Promotional Video Β· Editor

Red Rose
Promotional Videos

Created short promotional videos using documentary-style footage for Red Rose Bookstore, intended for web and social media distribution. Focused on storytelling, pacing, and brand tone.

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What Humans Destroy, Legos Repair
10

16mm Film

What Humans Destroy,
Legos Repair

Shot on a Bolex 16mm camera using stop-motion techniques in a darkroom environment. The film was processed in black-and-white chemicals, physically spliced, and digitized in 4K, then edited in Adobe Premiere Pro.

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The Tribe - Way Too Hard
11

Music Video Β· Director, Cinematographer

The Tribe
Way Too Hard

Directed and developed the visual concept, including shot-list and movement. Assisted with wardrobe, call sheets, and behind-the-scenes content for the band's social media.

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The Story of We&Company
12

16mm Film Β· Documentary Short

The Story of
We&Company

A 16mm documentary short exploring the story and identity behind We&Company, capturing its presence through analog film and digital translation.

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Cami Photography
13

Portrait Photography

Cami
Photography

A portrait series capturing individual expression through styled photography and candid visual storytelling.

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Individual Shoots
14

Photography Collection

Individual Shoots
Portrait Sessions

A collection of individual shoots across different sessions, styles, and settings.

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WORSHIP
in
MOTION
15

F&M Β· Feature Documentary Β· 2024

Worship
in Motion

A feature-length documentary exploring youth, faith, and belonging at Trinity UCC in York, PA. Made with a Calvin Institute of Christian Worship grant.

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ABOUT Jaff

photo

Jaff-Taina

on set
Haitian born. πŸ‡­πŸ‡Ή
Story driven. ✍🏾
Producer focused. πŸ“Ί

Pronounced "Jah-ff Tah-e-na" β€” a filmmaker, writer, and multidimensional creative based in Brooklyn.

Storytelling is an art, and art is sustenance. As a child born in Haiti, I used film/tv & books as a way to understand the world around me, and it's opened a doorway for me to tell stories & create magic in discovery. Whether I'm behind the camera of a docu, narrative, music video, or brand/org promotional, I'm always in service of the story.

My work spans social justice, community, identity, and culture. I've collaborated with Emmy Award-winning journalists, nonprofits, and creative organizations across New York and Pennsylvania.

Outside of film: Lover of literature & fashion. Poet & author of YA fiction.

4+
Years Directing
3
Languages
∞
Stories to Tell
Adobe Premiere ProPhotoshopLightroom Frame.ioColor GradingSound Design CinematographyDocumentaryScriptwriting Film EditingBrand StorytellingProducer Event PhotographyStudio CameraVideo Lighting CanvaGraphic DesignHTML PlaywritingPublic Speaking EnglishFrenchHaitian Creole

RECOGNITION

Honors & Awards

Franklin & Marshall College Β· 2026

John B. Ovrutsky Endowed Prize in Support of Film

Awarded by the F&M Film Department

Posse Foundation Β· Dec 2021

Posse Foundation Full-Tuition Merit Scholarship

Full-tuition leadership merit scholarship Β· Franklin & Marshall College

Franklin & Marshall College Β· 2026

Certificate of Recognition

Awarded for contributions to arts and community at F&M

Publications

Common Justice Β· Jun 18, 2025

The War on Protest

An investigative commentary on the state of protest and civil rights.

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WE&Company Β· Jun 9, 2025

In the Chair With Cami Cutz

Barber, Business Owner, and Keeper of Stories.

WE&Company Β· Jun 9, 2025

SkinByLiana

A Story of Wellness, Strength and Starting Over.

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CONTACT & Book

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available for β€”

  • Freelance film & documentary projects
  • Brand & nonprofit storytelling
  • Event photography & coverage
  • Video editing & post-production
  • Interview & portrait films

πŸ“ Brooklyn, NY Β· Available remotely & on-location

services β€”

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Film & Documentary

Short films, documentaries, event coverage, brand storytelling videos.

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Photography

Event photography, commercial photography, community storytelling.

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Editing & Post

Video editing, color grading, sound design, social media content.

Β© 2026 Jaff Joseph  Β·  jaff-taina.com  Β·  Brooklyn, NY