David Hunter Jr., Host of POST IN BLACK, and his brother Daniel Hunter, Founder of POST IN BLACK, joined forces with Executive Producer Tatiana Johnson to create a podcast that has quickly caught fire amongst the film and tv post community. In featuring African American creative professionals working in the world of media and entertainment, their mission is to reach out to a new generation who may not be aware that a variety of career opportunities exist for them not just in front of the camera, but behind the lens as well. In this special edition of The Rough Cut, David and Daniel not only give us the scoop on "the guys behind the podcast", but also some new perspectives on the lack of diversity in the industry today.
DAVID HUNTER JR.David Hunter Jr. is an actor, writer and producer born in Washington DC and raised in the surrounding Metro Area. His acting training began on the stage at Hampton University, a prestigious HBCU located in Hampton, Virginia. From there, David performed on stage in DC performing at the Historic Lincoln Theatre, Atlas Theatre and the DC Improv where he performed monthly with a local improv troupe.
Since relocating to LA, David has voiced campaigns for Blavity, Google, Samsung along with a variety of Commercials and animated projects. He also served as the "Voice of God" for the theatre staff at the Dolby Theatre (formerly Kodak) for the Oscars for over 10 years.
In 2016, David's versatility shined bright as he created, co-wrote and starred in the Web Series, "The Process". The series had 2 seasons and aired on numerous streaming platforms.
In 2018, David auditioned for and was accepted into the inaugural class of the Los Angeles branch of the award-winning Identity School of Acting. While there, he was nominated for Best Actor in his group's showcase.
The ability to create has allowed David to make a lane for himself that lets others see him as more than just an actor. This lead to David starting his own production company, Made For More Entertainment. Underneath the Umbrella of Made For More, David hosts a popular Podcast / Web Series called "Post In Black". This podcast highlights the work of African Americans working behind the scenes in Post Production with guests including the likes of Terilyn Shropshire (Jumping The Broom, When They See Us, The Old Guard) and Daysha Broadway (The Forty Year-Old Version, Insecure, A Black Lady Sketch Show)
David has a genuine love for kids and performed Children's Theatre in the LA area for LAUSD for over 8 years with the theatre company, Enrichment Works. He has also worked as an elementary school teacher for 1st and 2nd grade as well as a middle school teacher for 6th, 7th and 8th grade. He loves to give back to the youth through the arts as well as one-on-one mentorship.
DANIEL HUNTERWhen he's not doing his full time job of being David Hunter Jr.'s brother, Philadelphia-based Daniel works as both a sound postproduction professional as well as a driving force behind POST IN BLACK.
Talking POST IN BLACKIn our discussion with David Hunter Jr. and Daniel Hunter, we talk about:
- How you can't desire something you weren't aware of
- That winding road from school teacher, to tour guide, to actor, to...
- The time-tested approach of "thinking globally and acting locally"
- Sound design being just like music composing with sound effects
- The importance of above the line talent crediting their crews
Celebrate Black excellence behind the lens by visiting POST IN BLACK.
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