Tim Wilson (filmmaker) facts for kids
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Tim Wilson
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Timothy Malcom Wilson
Washington, D.C.
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| Other names | Black Magic |
| Occupation | director, cinematographer, editor, visual effects artist, filmmaker |
| Years active | 1990–present |
Black Magic Tim, whose real name is Timothy Malcom Wilson, is an American filmmaker. He is known for directing, filming, and editing many different types of productions. These include music videos, commercials, and independent movies. He has worked with big names like Blackground Records and Tommy Boy Entertainment.
Tim Wilson has also created special videos called EPKs (Electronic Press Kits) for famous artists and authors. Some of these include "Naughty by Nature", "Tank (American singer)", "Kimberly Scott (singer)", and motivational speaker "Valorie Burton". He has won awards and been nominated at film festivals for his short science fiction film, "Apple Crumb Panic".
He is also famous for improving the quality of movies made in Nollywood USA. Nollywood is the Nigerian film industry, and Nollywood USA refers to films made by Nigerians in the United States. His movie, Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark, was shown in theaters across the United States. Tim Wilson was the cinematographer (the person who films the movie) and editor for this film. He believes Nollywood is becoming a new "Black Hollywood." In 2013, he also worked as cinematographer and editor on another award-winning Nollywood film, One Night in Vegas. In 2014, he was the cinematographer for the Nollywood film Busted Life.
Tim Wilson studied film at Howard University under Haile Gerima. After graduating, he started his first film company, "Black Magic Cinemaworks," in Washington, D.C., with three other Howard University graduates. He is skilled in filming with different types of cameras, including 35mm, 16mm, and HD cameras. He is also an expert in creating visual digital effects.
Today, he owns his own film production company called Cyberstorm Digital in Washington DC..
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Movies and Films
Tim Wilson has worked on many movies and short films. He has taken on different roles like director, editor, and cinematographer. Here are some of his notable projects:
| Year | Film | Role |
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| 1993 | Apple Crumb Panic | Co-Director, editor, Visual Effects, producer |
| 2001 | Adventures of Dennis Da Menace: South Beach | Director, editor, Cinematographer |
| 2008 | The Lex Vector Chronicles | Director, Cinematographer, editor, Visual Effects |
| 2010 | Busted Life | Cinematographer |
| 2011 | Paparazzi Eye in the Dark | Cinematographer, editor, 5.1 Sound Mixer, Exe. Prod. |
| 2013 | One Night in Vegas | Cinematographer, editor, 5.1 Sound Mixer |
| 2021 | Miss Alma Thomas: A Life in Color | Cinematographer |
Music Videos
Tim Wilson has also directed and filmed many music videos for different artists. He often handles the camera work and editing himself. Here are a few examples:
| Year | Title | Artist | Role |
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| 1991 | Boogie Bound | Unbiased Ghetto Opinion | Director, editor, Cinematographer |
| 1996 | Love Me For Free | Akinyele (rapper) | Cinematographer, editor |
| 2001 | Get'em Psyched | Black Indian | Director, Cinematographer, editor |
| 2007 | Im Aware | Koby Maxwell | Director, Cinematographer, editor, Set Construction |
| 2014 | Hooty Hoo | Koby Maxwell | Director, Cinematographer, editor, Visual Effects |
EPKs and Commercials
He has created Electronic Press Kits (EPKs) for artists and authors, which are like digital resumes or promotional videos. He has also made many commercials.
| Year | Title | Featuring | Role |
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| 2000 | Kimberly Scott (singer) EPK | Kimberly Scott (singer) | Director, editor, Cinematographer |
| 2002 | Naughty by Nature IIcons Hip Hopumentary EPK | Treach, Vin Rock, Redman, Method Man | Editor, Visual Digital Effects |
| 2007 | Valorie Burton EPK | Valorie Burton | Director, editor, Cinematographer |
| 2008 | DC Independent Film Festival | Director, editor, Cinematographer, Visual Effects |
Television Work
Tim Wilson has also contributed to various television shows and specials, often working behind the scenes on camera or graphics.
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2003 | Funtastic World of Black Magic Tim (Pilot) | Director, Camera, editor, Broadcast Graphics |
| 2011 | B.E.T. Lift Every Voice (BET) | Broadcast Graphics Designer, Show Introduction |
| 2019 | The Superbowl That Wasn't (NFL Network) | Additional Cinematography |
| 2021 | Joe Biden 2021 Presidential Inauguration Ceremony | Steadicam |
Awards and Nominations
Tim Wilson's work has been recognized with several awards and nominations for his skills in cinematography, editing, and visual effects.
Nominations
- 1993 RABC 9th Annual Film Festival: Best Short Film (Apple Crumb Panic)
- 2005 EMMY AWARD: Jump Shot Your Vote feat Kenny Anderson
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Cinematography in a Feature Film
- 2011 GHANA MOVIE AWARDS: Best Sound Editing Paparazzi Eye In The Dark
- 2013 NAFCA Awards: Best Cinematography "One Night In Vegas"
Awards
- 1993 ROSEBUD AWARDS: Honorable Mention for "Apple Crumb Panic"
- 2011 WMIFF AWARD: Best Cinematography for "Paparazzi Eye In The Dark"
- 2013 NAFCA: Best Cinematography "One Night In Vegas"
