https://www.jonbelliott.com/work daily 0.75 2026-02-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514133897551-ESG9SKY50OZE5KRRA52X/image-asset.jpeg Work - Cinematographer Official launch trailer for Press Basketball's website. Director: Andrew Hamilton Producer: Nathan Powell Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514681268215-KPHT6518EGYXEOZLBOAG/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+9.15.54+PM.png Work - Cinematographer An official scene from "Fantome" an in-development feature film produced by Paper Frame Pictures. A Top 15 entrant in the national Cinecoup competition, this scene was produced to showcase a silent scene from the film. Director: Erica Orofino Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Editor: Shane R. Preston https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514682391556-CSCT6CEPBI5LT3LD3DOF/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+9.35.56+PM.png Work - Director Official music video for Tafari Anthony's "Golden Child". Two friends are forced to confront the fallout of their hidden feelings for each other in a hostile environment. Produced by Paper Frame Pictures. Director: Jonathan Elliott Producer/1st AD: Erica Orofino Cinematographer: Aaron DiMaria https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514684841789-ZVLUH39BZ76UC957GQOD/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+10.16.43+PM.png Work - Cinematographer *Official Selection - Toronto Youth Shorts 2016* Françoise is haunted by a presence in her bedroom. It's driving her insane -- to the point that she breaks into her neighbour's house to try to confront it. Instead she loses herself in her neighbour's world; a life she wishes she had. Director: Erica Orofino Producers: Erica Orofino & Jonathan Elliott Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Editor: Shane R. Preston Produced by Paper Frame Pictures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514824178749-XLXQIJ7FSO5EZYS2KE4E/Screen+Shot+2018-01-01+at+11.26.54+AM.png Work - Cinematographer JF Robitaille's new video "Marina" from his brand new album "Palace Blues" and accompanying book "Minor Dedications". Director: Andrew Hamilton Producer: Nathan Powell Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514824446086-X6Z03WH03BPZTQNYZLHW/Teens+101+Web+Still.png Work - Cinematographer Upcoming TV Series that explores mental health issues in teenagers and the problems today's youth face on a daily basis. Director: Daniel D'or | Milan Andrijasevic Producer: Daniel D'or Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott | Jay Guerriere https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514685453503-7P1XKILEZ9OZ7LY5IIW4/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+10.26.31+PM.png Work - DIRECTOR|CINEMATOGRAPHER *Official Selection - Dance: Made in Canada Film Festival* *Official Selection - New Blue Dance Film Festival 2017* *Official Selection - Mile Zero Dance Film Festival* "Glitch" is a dance film that explores the stress of modern-life and the need for independence. A group of people are trapped in the routine of every-day life, unable to escape. Directors: Jonathan Elliott & Grace Smith Choreographer: Grace Smith Cinematographer/Editor: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514683862469-223B1SADHZC2UYJ8VDN8/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+9.58.55+PM.png Work - Director|Cinematographer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514824645069-5OBLYU0G09RKKSOMJR44/AS2+Web+Still.png Work - Director|Cinematographer Tom Grosset performs a drum remix of "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" Soundtrack (OST). Featuring a compilation of songs from the film. Director/Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Editor: Tom Grosset Gaffer: Shane R. Preston   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514671914927-PIHSWVHA8XNC9HZFNFVU/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+6.40.45+PM.png Work - Director|Cinematographer Official music video for Becca Willow Moss' rendition of "Being Alive". Produced by Paper Frame Pictures. Director/Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514684278052-U94L8D9DCJ68PNDTUDQF/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+10.06.45+PM.png Work - Director|Cinematographer The last two humans in a post-apocalyptic wasteland struggle to survive with only each other for support. The air is turning toxic and they have lost the ability to speak. In the harsh environment they exist in, they go through cycles of strength and weakness, awareness and delirium, acceptance and rejection. Directors: Jonathan Elliott & Grace Smith Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Choreographer: Grace Smith Dancers: Damian Norman & Marlowe Porter https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514825657330-SY1600K7VAIEVWDHBWO0/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+6.12.03+PM.png Work - Writer|Director **Official Selection - Soo Film Festival ** **Official Selection - Visionaria Film Festival (Italy)** Danny is a young and misguided Mohawk woman trying to find her way on the Six Nations Reserve. When her older sister Kim is brutally attacked and believed dead, Danny must come to terms with her past, her culture and the haunting revelation that her sister has survived the attack and has become something far worse than anything she could have imagined... Director: Jonathan Elliott Written by: Jonathan Elliott & Erica Orofino Cinematographer: Gordie Rogers Editor: Samantha Roddick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1515352568883-60I19MY1J19Z8P4MA162/Broken+v.png Work - Director|Cinematographer Natalie Di Luccio sings the beautiful soul-wrenching ballad 'Broken Vow' written by Lara Fabian and Walter Afanasieff. Director/Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Producer: Natalie DiLuccio Hair/Make-Up: Ann Oster Editor: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1521745446312-KZC6413XS2QNWVON2ZM2/Screen+Shot+2018-03-22+at+2.52.50+PM.png Work - Cinematographer Music video for The Damn Truth's new single "Alex" off their album Devilish Folk. Video produced by: Paper Frame Pictures Director: Erica Orofino Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott 1st AD: Steven Czikk 1st AC: Gabriela Osio Vanden Gaffer: Michael Maddeaux Grip: Robert Ryan Reyes Make-up: Michael Elliott DIT/Editor: Guillermo De La Rosa Production Assistant: Josiah Joseph Craft: Phyllis Orofino Sound Design: Beta Audio Colourist: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1529013690788-C64RTCJCNIM9XWGONAJI/image-asset.jpeg Work - Cinematographer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514683420806-PPFQ98NM72DM8ZRVF4V5/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+9.53.04+PM.png Work - WRITER|DIRECTOR *Official Selection - ImagineNative Film Festival 2017* *Official Selection - Native Crossroads Film Festival 2018* Theo and Hailey couldn't be more different. An stern, know-it-all middle-aged man and a hurt, reclusive teenage girl struggling with her identity. In the wake of a family tragedy, the hurting pair go for their monthly trip into the woods. This trip brings to light their guilt, regret and pain as they attempt to reconcile their differences before the sun sets. Writer/Director: Jonathan Elliott Cinematographer: Aaron DiMaria Editor: Guillermo De La Rosa Produced by: Paper Frame Pictures https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1542833715902-QINVEDRIPZUJG8IYLJ96/HWD_Official+Still+2.png Work https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1577812163089-FJQUZ65IKZL3D2XHNPW1/image-asset.jpeg Work - Director Shortly after being placed with a new foster family, Tom and Claire, two young Mohawk siblings are forced to confront the realities of their situation as a dark secret threatens to tear them apart forever. Taken Home is a film about the inability of Indigenous youth to maintain a connection to their culture and identity while in the foster care system and the effects this institution can have on the children forced into it. Official Selections: - Montréal First Peoples’ Festival Présence autochtone, 29th edition (2019) - Toronto Youth Shorts Festival (2019) Award Winner: Cultural Relevancy Award - Jury Prize - Soo Film Festival (2019) - 24th RNCI Red Nation International Film Festival & Awards (2019) Nominee: Best Live Action Short Film - LA Skins Fest (2019) Nominee: Best Short Narrative - McMinnville Short Film Festival (2020) Written and Directed by: Jonathan Elliott Produced by: Erica Orofino and Jonathan Elliott Cinematography: Aaron DiMaria 1st AD: Steven Czikk Production Designer: Hayley Pace Key Make-Up & Hair: Michael Elliott Gaffer: Michael Maddeaux Grip/Swing: Jeffrey Holiday 1st AC: Kristina Mileska Location Sound: Stuart Henderson, James Lazarenko Script Supervisor: Hilda Babazadeh Art Assistant: Pedia Robinson Craft Services: Ruby Lennon Sound Design/Mix: Drew Snyder Music Supervisor: Jason Cliffen Editor/Colourist: Jonathan Elliott Post Sound Mix & Music Licensing: Bedtracks Starring: Tom - Austin Silversmith Claire - Sarah Swerid Elizabeth - Monica Knox Christopher - JR O'Handley Claudine - Lisa Kovack Produced with the generous support of Toronto Arts Council. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1577813124407-I91Z5G4HUSSM2IZTZRVN/image-asset.jpeg Work - Director/Cinematographer A visual poem told entirely in Kanien'keha (Mohawk language) that examines the impacts of underage drinking in Indigenous communities and the struggle to overcome grief and past traumas through culture, traditional practices and self-healing. Rachel, a young Mohawk woman struggles with the aftermath of a terrible drunk-driving incident, forcing her to confront her trauma and mistakes in order to heal. Official Selections: - Voices With Impact Film Festival (2019) - Montréal First Peoples’ Festival Présence autochtone, 29th edition (2019) Award Winner: Best Canadian Short Film - Toronto New Wave Festival (2019) Award Winner: Audience Choice - Best Film - Soo Film Festival (2019) - NatiVisions Film Festival (2019) - Culture and Diversity Film Festival, Hollywood (2019) Award Winner: Best Socially Conscious Film - imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival (2019) - 24th RNCI Red Nation International Film Festival & Awards (2019) - Native Spirit Film Festival (2019) - Maoriland Film Festival (2020) - Skábmagovat Film Festival (2020) - McMinnville Short Film Festival (2020) Nominee: Best Indigenous Short Film Writer/Director: Jonathan Elliott Producers: Erica Orofino, Jonathan Elliott DOP/Editor/Colourist: Jonathan Elliott 1st AD: Steven Czikk Mohawk Translations/Voice Over: Melissa Elliott Mohawk Language Editor: Tehawennahkwa/Wesley Miller Gaffer: Michael Maddeaux 1st AC: Aiden Carter B-Cam Operator: Owen Deveney Key Make-Up & Hair: Michael Elliott PA: Chelsea Attong PA: Mitchell Yu Composer: Jamar Powell alovelysutra.com/ Starring: Chanin Lee & Andrew Hill Produced with the support of Art With Impact. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1578858831631-QQ70OBLGJQ05FHQ5660V/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer _______________________________ VIDÉO Réalisation: Erica Orofino Direction photo: Jonathan Elliott Prise de son, mixage, matriçage: Gino Visconti _______________________________ MUSIQUE Paroles et musique : Hanorah Producteur : Alexandre Lapointe Mixage : Jean-Sébastien Chouinard Ingénieur de son : Nicolas Petrowski Guitare : Paul De Rita Batterie: Maxime Bellavance Claviers: Daniel Thouin Basse: Alexandre Lapointe Choristes : Christian Henegan-Comeau, Olivier Cousineau, Paul De Rita https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1578855586408-N3C3I20OFVZFK2MBZKD1/image-asset.png Work - Director The archaeological record of the First Peoples of North America is scattered, fragmented, and could be lost forever. Guided by Indigenous archaeologist, Dr. Rudy Reimer (Squamish), and two adventure loving co-hosts Jenifer Brousseau (Ojibway/French) and Jacob Pratt (Dakota/ Saulteaux), we are taken on a quest through the mountains, waterways, plains, and Arctic landscapes of Canada’s ancient archaeological record to discover first-hand the untold story of the original peoples of North America. For the first time in archaeological history twelve thousand years of human inhabitation of this land is vividly brought to life through thirteen episodes of Wild Archaeology. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1604358328327-ZOA44P7MKBSJRT3OJ8GO/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR/CINEMATOGRAPHER Official Music video for Tiz McNamara’s single 'See Ya Soon' Director/Cinematographer: Jon Elliott Editor: Shane Preston Grip/Swing: Dakota Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1514684635840-OT47GYXE3DS4C9M8FMZP/Screen+Shot+2017-12-30+at+10.13.05+PM.png Work - Director Official music video for Becca Willow Moss' rendition of "When I Look At You". Produced by Paper Frame Pictures. Behind the Scenes: https://vimeo.com/140982742 Director: Jonathan Elliott Producer: Erica Orofino Cinematographer: Aaron DiMaria Editor: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1604358726653-BCS9KP3005B8P19Z9ROY/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer The Voices from Here video series features stories of First Nations, Inuit & Métis participants. Stories shed light on histories of resilience and resurgence. Produced by Historica Canada. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1610037188535-1NGCQKTVWY09CUYX9WU6/image-asset.png Work - Director/Cinematographer From exploring the Indigenous origins of the city’s name, to the murder of a Mississauga chief that nearly caused all-out war, “Acknowledgment” sheds light on how Indigenous people’s lives and histories have shaped Toronto’s origins and asks the question; in this era of reconciliation, how do we acknowledge our collective history? Learn more at http://toronto.ca/museums Behind the scenes: https://youtu.be/v6w8CynDab8 Created as part of the We Were Always Here project for Awakenings Commissioned by Toronto History Museums, City of Toronto Co-curated by Umbereen Inayet & Julien Christian Lutz pka Director X Director Mentorship provided by Julien Christian Lutz pka Director X Writer/Director/DP: Jonathan Elliott Producer/PM: Erica Orofino Associate Producer: Elena Golubtsova 1st AD: Jonah Allingham Editor/DMT: Shane R. Preston Key Make-Up & Hair: Michael Elliott Location Sound: Joseph Redbreast BTS: Andrew Williamson 1st AC: Manas Kochar Gaffer: Michael Cao, Krishna Ganesh Grip: Adil Ramchurn Wardrobe Supervisor: Katarina Keca Craft Services: Jewel Keca City/Site Liaison: Ron James Composer: Sutra PA: Alexander Senum, Adrian Dennis-Orofino Cast: Nadia George, Terren Mooney, Chanin Lee, Kevin Allan Hess, Michael Riley, Danielle Riley, Nichole M. Leveck, Nazarene Pope, Isaiah Cada, Christina Restoule, Dylan Mask, Colin-Sedgwick-Pinn Special Thanks: Owen Deveney, Kristine Williamson, Erica Roppolo, Ewan Wardle, Fort York Staff https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1617641965027-K4VBJ7VU4XLOIMCFO96N/Nothing+Else+Web+Still.png Work - "Nothing Else" - The Juice Bar (Official Video) Official music video for The Juice Bar's single "Nothing Else". Produced by Paper Frame Pictures. Director: Jonathan Elliott DOP: Aaron DiMaria Production Designer: Kate Harrison Key Hair/Make-Up: Michael Elliott AC/Swing: Aidan Cheeatow AC/Swing: David Lucchese Editor/Colourist: Jonathan Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1618170464894-7PFBIMX8UB1TWD6P5YKI/image-asset.png Work - Director/Cinematographer Official trailer for season one of “What We Leave Behind”, a 7-part web series that features eight BIPOC dancers as they use their bodies and unique dance forms to confront systemic racism, preserve their cultural traditions and make space for future generations. With deeply personal interviews and original, improvised choreography, this series explores the politics, traditions and personal expression that only dance as an art form can provide. Season one features: Nichole Leveck and Nazarene Pope (Fancy Shawl), Aria Evans (Contemporary), Shakeil Rollock (Afro/Jazz/Contemporary), Christina Restoule (Jingle Dress), Raoul Wilke (House), Debbie Deer (West-African Fusion), and Joe Martin (Smoke Dance). Director/Producer/Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott Associate Producer: Debbie Deer Cinematographer: Keenan Lynch Post Audio: Jamar Powell Composer: Sutra https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1624297433863-4Y2CJA0W71TH1XMRIRYA/image-asset.png Work - Director Nike "Play New" commercial Starring: Lesley Hampton Director: Me Creative Director: Jimmy Vi Producer: Jeff So DOP: Alim Sabir Photography: Luna Khods Editor: Dan LeMoyne Location Sound: Joe Redbreast Sound Designer & Composer: Conrad Hendrickson Colour: Kevin Wu at ARTJAIL MUA: Mikey Elliott Stylist: Andrea Rose Production Designer: Chelsea Attong Art Assist: Karen Selina Head of Dev: Abby Albino Creative EP: Rey Mendoza Production & Post Supervisor: Meika Wagner Nike Brand Manager: Tessa Waldston & Ekua Cudjoe 1st AD: Lana Maclin Production Coordinator: Joel Souza Steadicam Op: Mark Skinner 1st AC: Bassem Azer 2nd AC: Anastasia Filomeno Gaffer: Artur Vetstein Key Grip: Rohan Painter Swing: Connor Reeves DIT: Samuel Iannicelli VTR: Matthew Da Silva COVID Manager: Roxana Mares Key PA: Rhyan Correia BTS: Phil Harris Production company: Mad Ruk Entertainment https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1659905519865-NGZKU7K1J9C1WVMAFXKV/image-asset.png Work - Director/DP "We Were Here" written by Aysanabee & Hill Kourkoutis Video Produced by Aysanabee Directed by Jon Elliott Assistant Directed by Victoria Anderson-Gardner Camera Assistant: Emily DeBackere Production Assistant: Patrick Karpierz Colour: Alter Ego Post Colourist: James Graham Additional Videographer: Chad Kirvan Hair & Make-up by Michael Elliott Key Grip: Adil Ramchurn Featuring: Watin Aysanabee Music video by Aysanabee performing We Were Here. © 2022 Ishkode Records https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1660163289279-YJR1QVX4X0JBBI598FOS/image-asset.png Work - Director TD commercial called “Standing Proud”. A campaign conceived and produced by an all-indigenous creative and production leadership team. The powerful script and creative came from the minds of Indigenous owned agency, Boom Intertribal. Brought to life by the creative team of Alana Lees, Raymond Deleary, and Edward Lees. The lead talent in this spot is all-Indigenous and features an incredible array of performers and artisans. The original score was created by Juno Award winner Dan General, aka DJ Shub. English voice-over was done by Elder Louis Lapatak from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, a former student of the residential school system. French voice-over came from Pakesso Mukash, Cree/Abenaki from Whapmagoostui, QC. Inuit throat singers are Juno nominated Silla And Rise. Mural artist is Emily Kewageshig. Metis sash weaver is Matt Hiltermann. Agency: Boom Intertribal Production company: Nimble Content Inc. EP: Michael Corbiere Director: Jon Elliott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1667070937127-XXQYBQ587UBM3LMVL563/image-asset.png Work - Director https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1667072408959-8LKYJJ018KOO7CRF5TT1/image-asset.jpeg Work - Cinematographer Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On features never-before-seen archival material, new performance footage and interviews with Sainte-Marie, Joni Mitchell, Sonia Manzano, John Kay, Robbie Robertson, Jackson Browne and others. Over a career spanning six decades, Cree musician, artist and activist Buffy Sainte-Marie has used her platform to campaign for Indigenous and women’s rights and inspired multiple generations of musicians, artists and activists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1667069141223-YT2KOWHEQGTYKXO2CVYU/image-asset.png Work - English spot - Director https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1668206773994-52G5CKS830JSJE80LHXM/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR Director’s cut of the music video for Takarita - The Halluci Nation ft. Rob Ruha Starring: Madison Noon Stephanie Caldeira Nenookaasi Ogichidaa Nazarene Pope Nathan Muir Kean Buffalo Raoul Wilke O’Shani Cardwell Director: Jon Elliott Producer: Jeff So PM: Su Zielinski Cinematographer: Keenan Lynch Editor: Shane R. Preston 1st AD: Gina Simone 2nd AD: Ariel Hughes Hair & Make-Up: Michael Elliott Steadicam Operator: Connor Jarvie Stylist: Jane Bickford Colourist: Kevin Wu Colour: Art Jail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1668371462124-71W9LOOZHTEWIW7Y0Q5W/image-asset.png Work - Director/Cinematographer Along the Water’s Edge is a short lyrical film that addresses the water crises being faced by countless Indigenous communities across Canada. Set in the near future, the film explores the potential impacts these crises can have on Indigenous people's living in these communities should the issues continue to be ignored. Official Selections: - Award Winner - Best Cinematography - My Rode Reel Film competition (2019) Finalist: Judges' Film (Best Short Film) - Maoriland Film Festival (2020) - McMinnville Short Film Festival (2020) - California’s American Indian & Indigenous Film Festival (2020) - Canadian Film Fest (2020) - Skoden Indigenous Film Festival (2020) - Dreamspeakers International Film Festival (2020) - Emerging Lens Cultural Film Festival (2020) Writer/Director: Jonathan Elliott Producers: Erica Orofino, Jonathan Elliott 1st AD: Victoria Anderson-Gardner Gaffer: Michael Cao Key Make-Up & Hair: Michael Elliott Location Sound: Joseph Redbreast BTS Video/B-Cam: Tom Scollard Grip: Guillermo De La Rosa PA: Gianfranc Pipitone PA: Adil Ramchurn Composer: Sutra DOP/Editor: Jonathan Elliott Voice Over: Nadia George Cast Nadia George Terren Mooney Austin Silversmith Cheyenne May Williams Krystal Riverz Andrew Hill Wesley Elliott Produced with the generous support of Taking it Global. The film was shot entirely on traditional Haudenosaunee territory, in and around the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Canada. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1668371731915-34UC1WL6N6IFLX8JT4L9/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR/CINEMATOGRAPHER Along the Water’s Edge is a short lyrical film that addresses the water crises being faced by countless Indigenous communities across Canada. Set in the near future, the film explores the potential impacts these crises can have on Indigenous people's living in these communities should the issues continue to be ignored. Official Selections: - Award Winner - Best Cinematography - My Rode Reel Film competition (2019) Finalist: Judges' Film (Best Short Film) - Maoriland Film Festival (2020) - McMinnville Short Film Festival (2020) - California’s American Indian & Indigenous Film Festival (2020) - Canadian Film Fest (2020) - Skoden Indigenous Film Festival (2020) - Dreamspeakers International Film Festival (2020) - Emerging Lens Cultural Film Festival (2020) Writer/Director: Jonathan Elliott Producers: Erica Orofino, Jonathan Elliott 1st AD: Victoria Anderson-Gardner Gaffer: Michael Cao Key Make-Up & Hair: Michael Elliott Location Sound: Joseph Redbreast BTS Video/B-Cam: Tom Scollard Grip: Guillermo De La Rosa PA: Gianfranc Pipitone PA: Adil Ramchurn Composer: Sutra DOP/Editor: Jonathan Elliott Voice Over: Nadia George Cast Nadia George Terren Mooney Austin Silversmith Cheyenne May Williams Krystal Riverz Andrew Hill Wesley Elliott Produced with the generous support of Taking it Global. The film was shot entirely on traditional Haudenosaunee territory, in and around the Six Nations Reserve in Ontario, Canada. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1675874751093-7662XM9Z3OFZVNGAWKYY/image-asset.jpeg Work - Cinematographer Based on the chart-topping podcast, presenter, author and Walkley award-winning journalist Marc Fennell hosts the riveting six-part tv series #StuffTheBritishStole. The British Empire stole a lot of stuff. Today, these relics are housed in museums that come with polite plaques. The truth usually isn’t so polite. Join Marc as he unravels the mysterious true histories behind those objects, and meets those who want them back. The series takes audiences on a globe-trotting, emotional quest for truth, amidst bitterly contested histories. The episodes are as diverse as the Empire itself - each with a remarkable object at its heart. Over the series, Marc examines the stories behind some of the world’s most iconic and priceless relics including a scandalous diamond at the heart of the crown jewels that millions of Indians and Pakistani's claim was stolen. He reveals the wild heist of a Scottish relic that has been crucial to the crowning of almost every British Monarch right up until Charles the 3rd and he pieces together the mystery of arguably the most controversial artwork in Australia - a mosaic looted in the middle of a war that saw Britain and Australia clash. Stream the entire series now on CBC Gem. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1682102385363-QTMEV33EKOVDUARYQS6M/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR/CINEMATOGRAPHER DJ Shub's official music video for "Stoodis" off his JUNO award winning album "War Club". CREDITS Starring: Caelin Holmes, Damon Styres, Dakota Longboat, Xander Thompson, Cruz Rajabi, Austin Silversmith Director/DP: Jonathan Elliott Producer: Aarin Mackay Executive Producers: Michael Corbiere, Daniel General, Eli Wener, Josefina Nadurata, Andrew Lynch Associate Producers: Ace Piva, Arianna Benincasa First AD: Sarah Kravetz Editor: Shane R. Preston First AC: Kiana Tagabing Gaffer: Aaron Alter, Gianfranc Pipitone Swing: Adil Ramchurn Production Coordinator: Jodi Cooper Colourist: Gary Chuntz Colour: Recess Post Production by: Nimble Content NIA:WEN'KOWA Six Nations Skate Park & the community members who came out to support. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1708980932182-LRDWEE0SCR24BWOSNJ89/image-asset.png Work - Director | Cinematographer Ghost Hunters of the Grand River follows a group of Six Nations ghost hunters (better known as S.N.I.P.E.) who have dedicated their very existence to gathering evidence from the world of ghost stories, paranormal encounters and the unexplainable. Follow along as they investigate haunted homes, hotels, museums and more! Executive Producer(s): Vanessa Loewen, Sharone Ostrovsky, Desiree Single, Jean La Rose, Charles Clément Producer(s): Vanessa Loewen Desiree Single Production Company(ies): Media Trifecta Ltd. + Animiki See Digital Production Inc. + Media RendezVous Inc. Cast Todd Thomas Todd Thomas Jr. Trevor Thomas Tristyn Thomas-Miller Ryan Hill Tom Hill Jay Smith Artie Martin https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1708983182133-UOJ5XU79AP1KM8R9WCZP/image-asset.png Work - Writer | Director On Christmas Eve, 1967, two young Indigenous girls are forced to battle the elements, confront their darkest secrets and work together in order to return home to their families after a daring escape from the Mohawk Institute Residential School. This harrowing coming-of-age story was developed with survivors of the Mohawk Institute and is based on their real experiences. This film is a story about the resilience of Indigenous youth, the power of friendship, and the intergenerational impacts of the residential school system on Indigenous people and communities. - Montreal Independent Film Festival Award: Best Narrative Short Film Award: Best Youth Artist of the Season - Isla Grant - Canadian Cinematography Awards Award: Best Short Film Cinematography Award: Best Canadian Film - 2RO Media Festival - American Indian Film Festival Nominee: Best Live Action Short - San Pedro International Film Festival Honorable mention - Red Nation International Film Festival Nominee: Best Live Action Short - Chilliwack Independent Film Festival Nominee: Chilliwack Spirit Award Nominee: Best Cinematography - Okotoks Festive Film Festival - Skábmagovat Film Festival Inari - Ely Film Festival - McMinville Short Film Festival - Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival - Minnesota Film Festival Written and Directed by: Jonathan Elliott Produced by: Jessie Anthony, Jonathan Elliott Executive Producer: Patrick Cameron Associate Producer: Michelle Farmer Starring: Isla Grant Kiera Van Der Ploeg Cherish Violet Blood Kevin Allan Hess Paul D'entremeont Bracken Burns Mari Reeve-Newson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1708985947926-YT9Q4X9OZECACFNXSN3Q/image-asset.jpeg Work - Director Director - Season 2, Episode 13 “Our Mother’s Love” AMPLIFY showcases the powerful diversity of Indigenous music in Canada. In each episode of this 13-part anthology series, we meet an Indigenous singer/songwriter as they explore the creation of a new song based on a personal source of inspiration. From songs in Indigenous languages to country and hip-hop, AMPLIFY takes a deep dive into the creative processes of these artists and their strong connections to their Indigenous cultures. Through their music, their cultures are amplified. AMPLIFY is produced by Shane Belcourt and Jason Ryle, alongside associate producers Claudia Skunk and Adam Phipps for Wolfwalker Productions. AMPLIFY would not have been possible without the support of APTN, Ontario Creates, the Canadian Media Fund, and the Indigenous Screen Office. For more: https://www.aptntv.ca/amplify/ or / amplify_tv https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1708987575772-4FTKG5LQAPCVF61QWKKP/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer The story of the Toronto-based record store, Play De Record, and how it became a hub for underground music lovers across Canada. Based in Toronto, Canada, levelFILM is the entertainment distribution company behind feature films such as Les Misérables, The Peanut Butter Falcon, The Assistant, Military Wives, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open, and Hearts Beat Loud. Visit the levelFILM website: http://levelfilm.com/ Like levelFILM on Facebook: / levelfilm Follow levelFILM on Twitter: / levelfilm Follow levelFILM on Instagram: / levelfilm https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1708987912462-45O2ERUHPNOH73MNGT05/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer True Story Part Two - Feature Documentary Saturday Sept 30 on The HISTORY® Channel | Also Available on STACKTV: https://bit.ly/3ikI6GY True Story returns for Part Two of the event documentary that explores the real, and often misrepresented, history of Indigenous peoples on the land that is now called Canada. Taking an in-depth look at the relationship between Indigenous people, the land, and the settlers, the second part of this documentary event examines the painful legacy of the Indian Act and Residential School system on Indigenous peoples, the Sixties Scoop, the rise of Indigenous political movements and the role of Indigenous veterans in Canada’s military. In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, True Story examines how to move forward from Canada’s colonial history and achieve reconciliation by first learning, then facing, the past. The HISTORY® Channel website & TV schedule: https://www.history.ca/schedule/ Stream it on STACKTV: https://bit.ly/3ikI6GY Live & on Demand on Global TV App: https://bit.ly/3qgNgIr https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1733843349184-OX2JSSPT10LXJNCHCHD3/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer “Blue Rodeo: Lost Together” is an engaging dive into the world of one of Canada’s most beloved band. With the unmistakable voices of Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor guiding the way, this documentary blends humour, honesty, and heart to tell the story of their incredible 40-year journey. As Blue Rodeo continues to hit new creative highs, “Lost Together” takes you behind the scenes of their extraordinary adventure. This extraordinary tale of success, perseverance, and enduring friendships makes its world premiere at the Whistler Film Festival on December 6, 2024. You can purchase tickets here: https://www.whistlerfilmfestival.com/... Director: Dale Heslip Producers: Corey Russell, Francine Dibacco Production Company: Cream Productions Cinematographer: Jonathan Elliott B-Cam: Michael Maddeaux, Kevin Ramussen Sound: Brendan Michie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1733847133556-6IFF2J0ELLLTCFY1ZE4Q/image-asset.png Work - Cinematographer Journalist Tanya Talaga and her family’s eight-decade long search for family matriarch Annie Carpenter, reveals a story deeply intertwined with Canada’s Indian residential school system. #TheKnowing Watch the 4-part series for free: https://gem.cbc.ca/the-knowing Tanya Talaga tries to piece together a mystery that dates back 150 years: who were the maternal matriarchs in her family, and how did they become so lost? Directors: Tanya Talaga, Courtney Montour Producers: Tanya Talaga, Geoff Siskind Cinematography: Jonathan Elliott, Rodrigo Michelangeli B-Cam: Michael Maddeaux Sound: Joseph Redbreast Editors: Andres Landau, Eui Yong Zong Composer: Justin Delorme https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1733878597302-64CMZ7QVETHCL98ZMIRU/image-asset.png Work - Director On September 30th, buy an Orange Sprinkle Donut at Tim Hortons, where 100% of proceeds are donated to five Indigenous organizations across Canada, including: Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund Ulnooweg Education Centre Indian Residential School Survivors Society Foundation Nouveaux Sentiers Orange Shirt Society Director: Jonathan Elliott Produced by: Nimble Content Inc. Agency: GUT Toronto Client: Tim Horton’s Producer: Andrew Lynch PM: Angela Su DOP: Keenan Lynch Sound: James Lazarenko https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1747338874274-8S2R2JTZVDVHJE7LCTN9/image-asset.png Work - Director Commercial for APTN’s new Indigenous language streaming service. Production Company: Nimble Content Inc. Director: Jon Elliott Cinematographer: Byron Kopman Producer: Michael Corbiere PC: Matt Kloske Agency: Boom Intertribal Inc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1748565314237-IPRBUA9IYXMKDXJ3VP9F/image-asset.png Work - CINEMATOGRAPHER Beautiful Scars is the remarkable story of a rock star who, after a lifetime of searching, finally discovers his true identity. Famous for his bands Junkhouse and Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Tom Wilson takes us on his journey of discovery into his past, present, and future; from his mysterious upbringing, self-destructive music career, to his current quest to explore his true identity as a Mohawk man. Director: Shane Belcourt Production Company: Cream Films Inc. Cinematographer: Jon Elliott Producer: Corey Russell B-Cam Operator: Emily DeBackere https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1760720388310-OIQ3NW9KFSR5K93H4Y36/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR Every play with OLG is a winning one, because 100% of profits go back to communities like these. Director: Jon Elliott DP: Keenan Lynch Producer: Andrew Lynch Production Co: Nimble Content Inc. Client: MLSE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1760720816626-PXSJU1GK5OB7UZ8WWW1V/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR Every play with OLG is a winning one, because 100% of profits go back to communities like these. Director: Jon Elliott DP: Adam Madryzk Producer: Andrew Lynch Production Co: Nimble Content Inc. Client: MLSE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1760721448042-M7U8ISHN7JIAX89UFTHQ/image-asset.png Work - Director Sharing the Journey is a video series featuring First Nations, Inuit, and Métis voices sharing powerful stories of culture, resilience, and hope. Their unique perspectives invite reflection on Canada’s past and our collective journey toward reconciliation. Explore the full series and learn more: https://canada.ca/sharing-reconciliat... Other episodes: Marilyn: https://youtu.be/RsOOqN22BH0?si=9X5I7WyCX6-ZCu7B Xavier: https://youtu.be/rwMHropMRb8?si=dBJJlZ9a3x0UuaqQ Maxime: https://youtu.be/8aHg2iWsc8k?si=Zm-5lyMFrBL6nbBH Director: Jonathan Elliott DP: Kaayla Whachell Producer: Ryan Scott, Heleena Webber Client: Indigenous Services Canada Agency: Creative Fire Creative Director: Kate Qually Location Sound: James Lazarenko Editor: Taylor McConnachie Post House: Coma Edits Inc. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5a3eacf8692ebe35ff524029/1769994161369-3RRYEE7VPK7I1T3DIUZR/image-asset.png Work - DIRECTOR MLSE x Mastercard present Threaded Together, featuring Jennifer Taback of Design De Plume Inc. who shares her experience being asked to design the Toronto Maple Leafs logo for the Indigenous Celebration game for the second year in a row. Client: Mastercard Agency: MLSE Production Company: Nimble Content Inc. 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