James R Martin

James R. Martin is a distinguished author and Emmy-award-winning writer, director, and producer recognized for his compelling film, television, and digital media contributions. With an expanding publishing career, Jim has authored several well-received books, including "Documentary Directing and Storytelling" and "Actuality Interviewing and Listening." His writing draws from rich experience, having taught film production at prestigious institutions like Full Sail University and Columbia College...See more

James R. Martin is a distinguished author and Emmy-award-winning writer, director, and producer recognized for his compelling film, television, and digital media contributions. With an expanding publishing career, Jim has authored several well-received books, including "Documentary Directing and Storytelling" and "Actuality Interviewing and Listening." His writing draws from rich experience, having taught film production at prestigious institutions like Full Sail University and Columbia College Chicago. As Professor Martin ventures further into the literary world, his legacy in filmmaking continues to enhance his storytelling prowess. In his seventh book, he writes about what a nonfiction writer needs to know in many crucial areas. It's a guide to writing nonfiction based on what he has learned writing in many genres and disciplines.Documentary film credits include two Emmy nominations and an Emmy Award for the nationally aired PBS documentary- Fired-up Public Housing is My Home." His documentary, "Wrapped In Steel," earned an Emmy nomination and a Golden Plaque from the Chicago Film Festival.Other Books by James R. MartinCreate Documentary Films, Videos, and Multimedia 3rd Edition.Actuality Interviewing and Listening.Listen, Learn, Share.Translator, writer, and editor English Edition, Office and Home Tai Chi with Yue Zhang.Translator, writer, and editor, The Shaolin Temple Story. FictionSilhouettes and Shadows, "Humanity Follows the Earth, Earth Follows the Universe." See less