About Jonathan
Jonathan Humphrey is a Producer, Director, Director of Photography, and the owner of Studio Bennu, a premier commercial sound stage and production facility based in Detroit, Michigan. Blending high-end visual aesthetics with technical rigor, Jon leads projects from initial concept through post-production, serving as a adaptable creative force both behind the lens and at the helm of complex physical sets.
As a multi-hyphenate filmmaker, photographer, and technical specialist, Jon’s scope of work spans:
Production Leadership & Directing: Producing and directing diverse commercial and educational pipelines, including producing over 200 hours of certified continuing education courses annually, extensive green screen keying setups, and multi-channel podcast broadcasts.
DP, Cinematography & Camera Operation: Operating as a primary DP and camera operator across studio productions, corporate events, and live coverage. He specializes in multi-camera live music event capture, fast-paced commercial production, and crafting mood-driven visual storytelling for documentaries and music videos.
Commercial Photography & DigiTech Data Wrangling: Delivering high-end commercial, real estate, and architectural photography, paired with rigorous DIT/DigiTech data wrangling protocols to ensure secure data offloading, immediate color-accurate playback, and seamless post-production handoffs on high-volume shoots.
Aerial Cinematography: Licensed FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot, capturing high-resolution aerial cinematography and dynamic perspective shots integrated seamlessly into commercial and documentary edits.
Equipped with a deep technical command of cinema line systems, field monitoring, and aerial drone operations, Jon brings a steady hand, sharp eye for lighting, and adaptable visual versatility to every production.
