Jack Johnson
Adjunct Faculty
MA, Wayne State University (Media & Communication)BA, Wayne State University (History)
Jack’s work focuses on Detroit’s various subjects as a common theme. His work covers the city’s architectural history, social issues, and civil rights to promote a greater understanding of our city. Jack’s work has been featured in the Detroit Free Press, Huffington Post, and Al Jazeera America.
Professional Experience
Jack has worked on product promotions, documentaries, and live broadcasts. Before attending graduate school at Wayne State University, he worked in the photographic industry overseeing exhibitions for Sony Theaters, Ford Motor Company, Mitsubishi, national museums, and Meijer.
Significant Publications, Presentations and Exhibitions
2021 (estimated)
Leni, the Other Sinclair (feature) Director, DP, Editor
2018
Rear View Mirror — Two person exhibition, Beaubien House, Detroit
2016
Parducci, the Man Who Made Detroit Beautiful (feature) Director, DP, Editor (Freep Film Festival Official Selection)
Tapper’s, commercial (short) Director & Editor
Parkview Magazine — 1980s Grand Prix photography feature
2012
Preservation Detroit, Saving a City’s Past (short) Director & DP
Michigan Modernism Exposition — Solo exhibition
2011
Blue Collar Products, commercial (short) Director, DP & Editor
Tribute (short) Director, DP & Editor
Henry Ford Health System’s Innovation Institute
2010
The Return of Raleigh Davis (short), Director, DP & Editor (WSU Moving Media Film Festival Official Selection)
2007
Heidelberg Project 25th Anniversary Book: Connecting the Dots
