James B. Merryman
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
- Director
James Merryman is an award-winning, film and TV director specializing in large scale spectacle, theatrical storytelling, and the application of bleeding edge technology and camera solutions to bring dreams to life. Collaboration, communication and clear vision are key components to creation, and James delivers in every category. James was a key creative collaborator on Beyoncé's record breaking Renaissance World Tour, overseeing Video Direction and creation across 56 shows plus the theatrical film release.
James has worked with major recording artists and brands to design custom performances and live events across all genres of music. Performers like Saweetie, YBN Cordae, Megan Thee Stallion, Alicia Keys, P!nk, Brittany Howard, Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde and many more have relied on James to create bespoke pieces that tell personal stories. James excels in his ability to tailor each new project to suit the tone, content and overall aesthetic package that the vision demands.
James has worked with major recording artists and brands to design custom performances and live events across all genres of music. Performers like Saweetie, YBN Cordae, Megan Thee Stallion, Alicia Keys, P!nk, Brittany Howard, Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Lorde and many more have relied on James to create bespoke pieces that tell personal stories. James excels in his ability to tailor each new project to suit the tone, content and overall aesthetic package that the vision demands.
