James M. Holmes

JJames M. Holmes is a native of Salisbury, North Carolina. He first discovered his love for filmmaking while working for a church, an experience that would later evolve into a focused pursuit of cinematography, while also developing a strong appreciation for the role of sound in storytelling. His formal education came from The Art Institute of Charlotte, where he earned his AAS in Digital Film and Video Production.

James’s proficiencies span both cinematography and production sound mixing, allowing him to approach projects with a well-rounded understanding of visual and audio storytelling. From the technical demands of capturing clean, high-quality sound on set to the artistic responsibility of shaping mood and atmosphere, he brings a balanced and detail-oriented perspective to every production. His unique approach is further influenced by years spent working abroad, where he gained experience across diverse production environments.

He is known for his work on Patient 27 (2026), KYD (2025), Forgive (2025), and Family Ties (2019). James continues to work diligently to create compelling visuals and capture immersive sound, delivering content that is not only engaging but both visually and sonically impactful.

The Arc Collective Agency, Production Lead, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, Present

Kev the Impersonator Phenom, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Wilmington, North Carolina, February 2026

KYD, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Charlotte, North Carolina, October 2025

Awake, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Ashville, North Carolina, October 2025

Nameless, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Spartanburg, South Carolina, August 2025

Stranger Things Have Happened, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Greensboro, North Carolina, July 2025

I'm Leaving Here With Something, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Raleigh, North Carolina, July 2025

Addendum, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Campobello, South Carolina, June 2025

Regarding the Beauregards, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Hendersonville, North Carolina, April 2025

Forgive, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Ashville, North Carolina, February 2025

Lake Sinister, Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Salisbury, North Carolina, December 2024

My Sister Got Shingled, Sound Mixer / Boom Op Monroe, North Carolina, November 2024

Say His Name, Sound Mixer / Boom Op Charlotte, North Carolina, November 2024

Patient 27 (P27), Sound Mixer / Boom Op, Williamson, West Virginia, October 2024

Journey to Now, Sound Mixer / Boom Op Marshville, North Carolina, June 2024 

Patient 27 (P27), Sound Mixer / Boom Op Winston-Salem, North Carolina, June 2024 

Network and Chill 2023, Videographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, June 2023

Carolina Fashion Awards Red Carpet, Camera Operator, Charlotte, North Carolina, May 2023

12^th Hour Video/Podcast, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, April 2022

Level 21, Camera Operator, Charlotte, North Carolina, July 2021

Therapy, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, January 2021

Game of Love, Cinematographer, Colorist, Charlotte, North Carolina, March 2021

History Before Us, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, October 2019

Barnes and Noble, Photographer, Durham, North Carolina, August 2019

Black Enterprise, Videographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, June 2019

GVLLive, Camera Operator, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, June 2019

Family Ties, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, May 2019

Break The Floor Productions, Camera Operator, Greenville, South Carolina, November 2018

The Kid Name…, Cinematographer, Greenville, North Carolina, October 2018

Shout Yo City Fashion Commercial, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, September 2018

The Auto Salon LLC, Videographer, Mooresville, North Carolina, August 2018

Love Song, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, August 2018

The Meal, Cinematographer, Colorist, Charlotte, North Carolina, August 2018

Scarpetta Sizzle Reel, Cinematographer, Colorist, Charlotte, North Carolina, July 2018

A Social Love Affair, Additional Photography, Colorist, Charlotte, North Carolina, June 2018

Every Action, Cinematographer, Charlotte, North Carolina, November 2015

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