Keith Nixon

Keith Nixon Jr. is a filmmaker passionate about telling stories that explore the diverse spectrum of Black cultural identity & familial dynamics. He is deeply inspired by his personal familial experiences in a large, southern Black family. His childhood encounters with cinema unknowingly fueled a dedication to visual storytelling.

His work revolves around the intersection of visual storytelling, design thinking, and cultural specificity. He is interested in crafting narratives that intentionally humanize marginalized groups by focusing on seemingly mundane, yet universal, moments and emotions. It is through these that he hopes to fill a void and shed light on underrepresented voices.

He holds a degree from Old Dominion University where he developed a self-directed curriculum in Industrial Design. After working as a Technical Specialist in the energy industry, he shifted his focus to his creative inclinations. His affinity for the visual image led him to Howard University's Film MFA program where he committed fully to discovering his creative voice. He recently completed his studies as a Cinematography Fellow at the American Film Institute.