Tim Wilson (filmmaker) explained

Tim Wilson
Birth Name:Timothy Malcom Wilson
Birth Place:Washington, D.C.
Occupation:director, cinematographer, editor, visual effects artist, filmmaker
Other Names:Black Magic
Years Active:1990–present
Website:www.BlackMagicTim.com

Black Magic Tim (born Timothy Malcom Wilson)[1] is an American filmmaker working mostly with music videos,[2] [3] EPK's, commercials and independent feature films.[4] [5] [6] He has directed, filmed and edited productions for clients such as Blackground Records, Tommy Boy Entertainment and TVT Records.[7] As well as, EPK's for national artists and book authors like " Naughty by Nature "," Tank (American singer) ", "Kimberly Scott (singer)" and Motivational Speaker "Valorie Burton". He has received several awards and film festival nominations for his work on the short Sci-Fi film "Apple Crumb Panic".

He is also known for reshaping[8] [9] [10] the quality[11] of Nollywood USA[12] [13] Films.[14] His most notable Nollywood film made a historical theatrical run in the United States where He served as cinematographer and editor.[15] [16] [17] Wilson considers Nollywood to be the new black Hollywood.[18] In 2013, the award-winning Nollywood feature, One Night in Vegas[19] [20] has also been poised as the next bar raising film[21] in which again, he was cinematographer[22] and editor.[23] [24] As of 2014, the Nollywood film Busted Life[25] was just released where again Wilson was Cinematographer.[26] [27]

He attended Howard University film school[28] studying under Haile Gerima[29] before starting his first film company in Washington, D.C., with 3 other Howard University graduates[30] named "Black Magic Cinemaworks". He is skilled in 35mm, 16mm and HD Cinematography and is a visual digital effects[31] technician.

He is now owner of a film production company named Cyberstorm Digital in Washington DC.

Filmography

YearFilmTypeNotesFormat
1993Apple Crumb PanicShort Festival FilmCo-Director, editor, Visual Effects, producer16mm
1997Third MeridianShort FilmCo-Prod, Visual Effects, Set Design16mm
2001Adventures of Dennis Da Menace: South BeachDocumentaryDirector, editor, CinematographerSD video
2002Guilty By AssociationFeature FilmProduction Designer, Associate Producer35mm
2003Paper ChasersDocumentaryDirector of Photography 2nd Unit, Digital ArtistHD video
2008The Hayes Way: Body Defining Age DefyingSports Training DVDDirector,Videographer,EditorHD video
Karar FitnessFitness Training DVDDirector,Videographer,EditorHD video
The Lex Vector ChroniclesShort Sci Fi FilmDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video
2010Busted LifeFeature FilmCinematographerHD video
2011Paparazzi Eye in the DarkFeature FilmCinematographer, editor, 5.1 Sound Mixer, Exe. Prod.HD video
2013One Night in Vegas[32] Feature FilmCinematographer, editor, 5.1 Sound MixerHD video
Unconditional LoveFeature FilmCinematographerHD video
2021Mischief Upon Mischief[33] Feature FilmCinematographerHD video
2021Miss Alma Thomas: A Life in Color[34] Short FilmCinematographerHD video

Music videos

YearTitleArtistNotesFormat
1991Boogie BoundUnbiased Ghetto OpinionDirector, editor, Cinematographer16mm
1992How To Be A CrookJ-Gifted2nd Unit Camera16mm
Feel ThisU.G.O.Director, Cinematographer, editor16mm
1993N.D.G.The Game and The PlayerCo-Director, editor, Cinematographer16mm
1994UnfadableEarthquakeProps, Pyrotechnics16mm
Release MeDark GableDirector, editor, Cinematographer16mm
Straight From The HeartU.G.O.Editor, Cinematographer16mm
A Change Gonna ComeAl MasonEditor, Cinematographer16mm
1995Only Be OneInfinite FlavorCinematographer, editor16mm
19965'oclock in the MorningNonchalantGrip16mm
Love Me For FreeAkinyele (rapper)Cinematographer, editor35mm
Lost and All AloneRuggedDirector, Cinematographer, editor35mm
1997ParadiseBasick MentalityDirector, Cinematographer, editor16mm
2000Not Another Love SongKrisis Feat Kimberly Scott (singer)Co-Director, Cinematographer, editor16mm
2001Get'em PsychedBlack IndianDirector, Cinematographer, editor16mm
Another Sad Love SongSubstanzDirector, Cinematographer, editor16mm
BusterDennis L.A. WhiteDirector, Cinematographer, editorSD video
Rage I GotDennis L.A. WhiteDirector, Cinematographer, editorSD video
2002Repercussions Starring Morgan FreemanSection 8 MobAssociate Producer, Production Design, Set Construction35mm
2003Waiting4UDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsSD video
2003Im FallingNylDirector, Cinematographer, editorSD video
If I Should DieK-IllaDirector, Cinematographer, editor,Visual EffectsSD video
2004PartyKeith Holmes (boxer)Director, Cinematographer, editor, Set ConstructionHD video
Whatchu LikeNo LabelDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Set ConstructionHD video
2007Im AwareKoby MaxwellDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Set ConstructionHD video
2008Into The Future (Jap. Language)Unicorn TableDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video
Abiba (Remix)Koby MaxwellEditorHD video
2009Heavens Door (Japanese Language)]Unicorn TableDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Set ConstructionHD video
2010Do ItKoby MaxwellDirector, Cinematographer, editorHD video
2011PasswordKoby MaxwellDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video
2012Trust in MeSaliaDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video
Love is MagicSaliaDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video
2014Hooty HooKoby MaxwellDirector, Cinematographer, editor, Visual EffectsHD video

EPK's and commercials

YearTitleFeaturingNotesFormat
1995 (In Store Promotional)Bethesda SoftworksEditorSD video
PBA Bowling for Windows 95Bethesda SoftworksEditorSD video
2000Kimberly Scott (singer) EPKKimberly Scott (singer)Director, editor, CinematographerSD video
Tank (American singer) Album Release Live EPKTank (American singer)Director, editor, CinematographerSD video
Aura EPKAuraDirector, Cinematographer, editorSD video
Adidas Marketing Promo VideoDirector, editor, CinematographerSD video
2001Shawn Michelle Cosby]Choreographer/Actress/Singer EPKShawn Michelle CosbyDirector, editor, CinematographerSD video
Johnny Doswell Album Release CommercialJohnny DoswellDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsSD video
2002Naughty by Nature IIcons Hip Hopumentary EPKTreach, Vin Rock, Redman, Method Man, Pink, Carl Thomas, 3LWEditor, Visual Digital EffectsSD video
Midnight Marauders Commercial Campaign 1–5La La (entertainer), DJ Searcy, P-Stew, PoochmanDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual Digital EffectsSD video
2003Duane Stowes EPKDuane StowesDirector, editor, CinematographerSD video
Universal Madness Clothing Commercial Campaign 1–6Steve BlakeDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual Digital EffectsSD video
2005Jumpshot Your Vote Feat. Kenny AndersonKenny AndersonEditor, Visual Effects35mm
Vote New Jersey Ad Campaign Feat. JadakissJadakissEditor, Visual Effects35mm
Vote New Jersey Ad Campaign Feat. Naughty By NatureVin RockEditor, Visual Effects35mm
2005Nefertiti Stage Play EPKDirector, editor, CinematographerSD video
20071st Step Financial CommercialDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
Valorie Burton EPKValorie BurtonDirector, editor, CinematographerHD video
Jason Parker EPKJason ParkerDirector, editor, CinematographerHD video
Excellence Christian Church CommercialDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
2008Double Portions Spirited MinistriesDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
Sexy Singles Date CommercialSuzanne EdgarsDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
DC Independent Film FestivalDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
Anime FX CommercialDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
2009Unicorn Table Album Release Commercial (English Version)Salia and ShingoDirector, editor, Cinematographer, Visual EffectsHD video
2009We Are MSEAEditor, CinematographerHD video
2013Coast Guard Traumatic Brain Injury TBI 101 DVD[35] Editor, CinematographerHD video

Television

YearTitleFeaturingNotesFormat
1995America's Most Wanted

Final Justice

GripSD video
2003Funtastic World of Black Magic Tim (Pilot)Director, Camera, editor, Broadcast Graphics16mm, SD video
2004One Nation Hip-Hop Show (Pilot)P-StewDirector, editor, Camera, Broadcast GraphicsSD video
2006Shotcallerz (Pilot)Director, editor, Cinematographer, Broadcast GraphicsHD video
2011The Diaspora ReportBroadcast Graphics Designer, Show IntroductionHD video
B.E.T. Lift Every Voice (BET)Corey CondreyBroadcast Graphics Designer, Show IntroductionHD video
2016[36] Nollyhot TV (WJLA-TV/The WB)Koby MaxwellDirector, editor, Camera, Broadcast GraphicsHD video
2019[37] The Superbowl That Wasn't (NFL Network)Chuck DAdditional CinematographyHD video
2020[38] 2nd Annual Urban One Honors (TV One (American TV channel))Chris TuckerCamera OperatorHD video
2021Joe Biden 2021 Presidential Inauguration Ceremony Andra DaySteadicamHD video
Ray McGuire for Mayor AdSpike LeeSteadicamHD video
[39] Club Life (CBS Sports)Wendell HaskinsSteadicam, Color CorrectionHD video

Nominations

Awards

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Timothy Wilson on IMDB. IMDB. IMDb. March 6, 2011.
  2. Web site: Salia Completes Album – Mentions of Black Magic Tim. Japan Today. January 2, 2014.
  3. Web site: Vime o. Music Videos by Black Magic Tim. March 6, 2011.
  4. Web site: IMDB. FILMS. IMDb. March 6, 2011.
  5. Web site: Tim Wilson as DP Paparazzi. Beeafrican.com. March 7, 2011.
  6. Web site: Tim Wilson DP for Busted Life. Nigeriamovienetwork.com. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20110326073505/http://www.nigeriamovienetwork.com/chima-movie-empire-production/busted-life-trailer-video_f05d59c48.html. March 26, 2011.
  7. Web site: History of Black Magic Tim: An Underground Film Icon. Vimeo.com. January 13, 2012.
  8. Web site: Golden Icons Magazine. Nollywood and Black Magic Tim. July 12, 2012.
  9. Web site: Look of film Busted Life Changing Nollywood Quality. mimimagazine.com. December 6, 2010. March 7, 2011.
  10. Web site: M2 SHOW Busted Life Changes Look of Nollywood. Youtube Clip @2:40 Mark. YouTube.
  11. Web site: Lotten. B. Tim on Lotten B Show. March 6, 2011.
  12. Web site: Top Nollywood USA Films – Golden Icons. Goldenicons.com. March 7, 2011.
  13. Web site: Director Bayo Akinfemi Talks About Tim Wilson's Quality. Youtube Clip @ 1:02 Mark. YouTube. March 7, 2011.
  14. Web site: AfricanBee. Tim Wilson and Nollywood Star Van Vicker. March 7, 2011.
  15. Web site: Modern Ghana. Nollywood Film With American Appeal Makes Historical Limited Theatrical Release Across The USA. June 23, 2012.
  16. Web site: AMA Awards. Coming to America, Going Nollywood. June 23, 2012.
  17. Web site: MODERN GHANA. Lists Black Magic Tim As Cinematographer from America. July 2, 2012.
  18. News: Brown. DeNeen L.. Nollywood USA: African Movie Makers Expand Filming to D.C. Area. The Washington Post. May 29, 2013. May 26, 2013.
  19. Web site: CCTV: covers One Night in Vegas. YouTube. December 11, 2013.
  20. Web site: Voice of America: One Night in Vegas. YouTube. December 11, 2013.
  21. Web site: Poised to raise the bar: One Night in Vegas at the UN.
  22. Web site: Channel 9 News: Jimmy Jean-Louis talks about Tim Wilson. December 11, 2013. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20131213234115/http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/274729/481/Part-of-One-Night-in-Vegas-shot-in-DC. December 13, 2013.
  23. News: Washington Post Quotes Tim Wilson. https://web.archive.org/web/20130527111946/http://articles.washingtonpost.com/2013-05-22/lifestyle/39493340_1_actors-movie-star-production/3. dead. May 27, 2013. December 11, 2013 . The Washington Post. August 21, 2012.
  24. Web site: Mighty African: Movie Review. January 2, 2014.
  25. Web site: Official Busted Life Trailer. YouTube.
  26. Web site: Busted Life. Black Magic Tim.
  27. Web site: Chima Movie Empires Busted Life. Nigerian Movie Network.
  28. Web site: African Film. Howard Grads Talk About Film. March 6, 2011.
  29. Web site: Washington Life Magazine. Tim Wilson & Haile Gerima Rising Pollywood Players. March 7, 2011.
  30. Web site: community news. Howard University Article on Black Magic Filmworks. March 6, 2011. March 6, 2011.
  31. Web site: IMDB. Digital Effects Artist for Paper Chasers. IMDb. March 6, 2011.
  32. https://web.archive.org/web/20130524185028/http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/magazine/nollywood-usa-african-movie-makers-expand-filming-to-dc-area/2013/05/22/c132bae6-b107-11e2-baf7-5bc2a9dc6f44_story.html The Washington Post
  33. Web site: Mischief Upon Mischief. IMDb.
  34. https://www.imdb.com/title//tt13480746/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt/
  35. Web site: IGS. Coast Guard TBI 101. August 21, 2013.
  36. Web site: Nollyhot TV expose America and West to Nollywood. March 2, 2016.
  37. Web site: The Super Bowl That Wasn't (TV Movie 2019) - IMDb. IMDb.
  38. Web site: 2nd Annual Urban One Honors (2020) - IMDb. IMDb.
  39. Web site: New Golf Lifestyle show 'The Club Life' created by Wendell Haskins set to air two episodes on CBS Sports Network. August 23, 2021.
  40. Web site: Afroblu Multimedia Home. Emmy Mention. August 31, 2011.
  41. Web site: The African Post. Awards Mentioned page 31 for WMIFF. June 23, 2012.
  42. Web site: The African Post. Page 5 Listed NAFCA WIN for Best Cinematography. June 25, 2012.
  43. Web site: 2011 Ghana Award Nominations. November 27, 2011. December 19, 2013.
  44. Web site: Golden Icons Magazine 2012 Nominations. December 19, 2013.
  45. Web site: Indie Music Awards Nominees. Indie Music Channel. April 8, 2012.
  46. Web site: African Oscar Nominations 2013. November 23, 2013.
  47. Web site: African Oscars Nominations 2013. November 23, 2013.
  48. Web site: Ghana Movie Award Nominations. December 16, 2013. December 19, 2013.
  49. Web site: Tim Wilson Listed as Winner on WMIFF 2011 List for Paparazzi. June 23, 2012.
  50. Web site: WMIFF.com. WMIFF Winners – Tim Wilson Paparazzi. June 23, 2012.
  51. Web site: The African Post. WMIFF Awards covered – Front Page and page 31. June 23, 2012.
  52. Web site: Nollywood Film Critics. Nollywood Who's Who: Nafca Mention. June 23, 2012.
  53. Web site: Ghana Celebrities.com. Nafca Best Cinematography in the Diaspora listed. June 23, 2012.
  54. Web site: Winners at African Oscars. September 16, 2013. November 23, 2013.