David Woo - Filmmaker in Tokyo

David Woo

I'm a filmmaker in Osaka, Japan

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About me

After several years working as an in-house videographer, editor, & colorist in Tokyo, Japan, I established my own company in LA. My background is mainly in documentary-style visual storytelling where I was first a photojournalist before later on becoming a cinematographer for documentary, narrative, and commercial projects. I have worked with high profile brands such as Toyota, Sony, LO’real, Green Peace, as well as hard-working, family-owned stores. The human condition can be tough sometimes and it’s important that brands work together with grassroots organizations and individual good-doers to help create change. I believe that stories can inspire a kinder, gentler world, and I am striving to craft intimate, story-driven films to help social businesses bridge profit, purpose, and compassion.

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My Creations

  1. Artlist Music Licensing Case Study

    16 May 2019

    I collaborated with the incredible people at Artlist to create a case study video about the licensing platform’s mission to empower indie musicians and provide filmmakers with high quality and affordable music.

  2. Human Stories: Miyamoto

    16 May 2019

    Shigeki Miyamoto is a renowned craftsman most notable for crafting luxury handmade chairs. Considered a guru and a contemporary artist, he has a long list of high-profile clients such as General MacArthur (1930s), Shigeru Yoshida (Japan’s Prime Minister), the architect Zaha Hadid who designed the Olympic stadium in London, and... continue reading (0, 0 images)

  3. Human Stories: Noe Montoya

    16 May 2019

    Mr. Noe Montoya is an 80 year old professional tailor originally from Honduras in the business for over 40 years. He talks about life, lessons, and family.

    Photography by Sharon Joetama (sharonjoetama.com)

  4. Kay Me Brand Video: Chapter 1 - Heritage

    16 May 2019

    Chapter 1: Heritage, introduces kay me founder, Junko Kemi, and explores the impact her grandmother’s life and philosophy has in her own lifestyle and business inception.

  5. Kay Me Brand Video: Chapter 2 - Craftsmanship

    16 May 2019

    Chapter 2: Craftsmanship, explores the complexity and expertise needed to create a perfect kay me article of clothing. 100% made in Japan.

  6. Kay Me Brand Video: Chapter 3 - Vision

    16 May 2019

    Chapter 3: Vision, expands on founder, Junko Kemi’s passion and business model for the prestigious brand as well as her vision for the future.

  7. Documentary Photography #1

    16 May 2019
    Documentary Photography #1

    2014 - PASAY CITY, PHILIPPINES
    The Pasay city government has constructed a “tent city” at Villamor Airbase Elementary School to serve as temporary housing for some of the displaced Typhoon Haitian/Yolanda survivors.

  8. Documentary Photography #2

    16 May 2019
    Documentary Photography #2

    2014 - MANILA ZOO, PHILIPPINES
    A group of volunteers from Dermclinic (a dermatology clinic based in the Philippines) sponsored a trip to Manila Zoo for some of the Typhoon Haitian/Yolanda survivors on Christmas Day.

  9. Documentary Photography #3

    16 May 2019
    Documentary Photography #3

    2014 - MANILA, PHILIPPINES
    Despite the unwavering support from many volunteers, organizations, and private donors, Pasay Tent City - one of the temporary shelters for the Typhoon Haitian/Yolanda victims was scheduled to close in less than two weeks after the Christmas holidays.