Jonathan Graef
Jonathan Graef is a published author, Video Editor, and VFX artist based near Pittsburgh PA.
His story:
Jon has spent nearly two decades turning ideas into stories, beginning in 2003 with video editing and visual effects and expanding into authorship and screenwriting. Whether written on the page or brought to life on screen, his work is driven by the same goal: creating stories with compelling characters, meaningful themes, and a visual world audiences want to enter.
Background:
Author (From 2007)
Dark Road Fantasy Horror Series
Screenplay Writer (From 2007)
Numerous produced scripts for TVB Hong Kong, TV Adverts, and many others.
Video Editing and & VFX (since 2003)
Complete design, Filming, and Production of TV Adverts, Short Films, and Social Media Shorts.
US Army Combat Veteran SOCOM (1992-2018) Retired
Combat Medical Sergeant, Certified Instructor, SME for CQB (Close Quarters Battle), Produced multiple Videos for training.
CQC Fighting (2007-2017)
Owner/Trainer for Close Quarter Contact, both armed and unarmed. Licensed from Beijing China to teach Martial Arts.
Other:
Author & Storyteller
Original fiction, world-building, character development and narrative design.
Screenwriter
Screenplay development and cinematic storytelling.
Video Editor & VFX Artist
Nearly two decades of post-production experience, beginning in 2003.
Research & Historical/Cultural Development
Extensive research supporting authentic settings, mythology, symbolism and cultural detail.
Military & Analytical Background
Experience requiring exceptional attention to detail, documentation, analysis and discretion.