Jay Hunter's formative years were spent in the affluent town of Barrington, Illinois, where the seeds of his future passion for the film industry were sown.
He spent his time at the prestigious University of Colorado at Boulder, where his cinematic horizons were significantly broadened.
It was during this time that he was introduced to the captivating world of international cinema.
The innovative, non-narrative filmmaking techniques pioneered by the avant-garde master Stan Brakhage were also introduced to him.
This unconventional and intellectually stimulating educational experience would ultimately shape the trajectory of Jay's career.
Marked as it has been by a diverse array of projects and creative endeavors, Jay's career is a testament to the lasting impact of his time at the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Jay's professional odyssey in the film industry commenced in the year 2001, following his relocation to the City of Angels, where his journey as a multifaceted and accomplished filmmaker began to take shape. Since then, he has consistently demonstrated his adaptability and expertise, seamlessly shifting between the roles of Cinematographer and Director across a diverse array of feature films, episodic television shows, and unscripted television series.
