Jj Measer is an award winning director, cinematographer, and editor specializing in documentary filmmaking. A graduate of the Murray Center for Documentary Journalism at the University of Missouri, Jj brings a thoughtful, visually driven approach to nonfiction filmmaking.

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His work as a director includes the documentaries Pass Time, which won Best Editing at the Stronger Than Fiction Film Festival and Country Bumpkins, short films that reflect his interest in personal stories rooted in place and character. As Director of Photography, Jj filmed The Long Game, directed by Benjamin Zweig, which won Best Film at the Stronger Than Fiction Film Festival.​

 

Pass Time directors statement:

As a debut filmmaker, my team and I prioritized establishing responsible and ethical relationships with the film’s participants. This means constant and ongoing communication about our intentions with the film and how to footage would be used. Given that the film explores the dangers of polarized politics and media, it was especially important for us to approach this subject with empathy for all perspectives, aiming to foster understanding rather than cast blame.