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Meet J. Todd

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J. Todd Smith

Photographer/Editor

J. Todd Smith has worked in the entertainment industry for over 25 years. The New Orleans, LA native began his career at the age of 4 as an actor/model in commercials and print ads seen in various publications and countries, including a U.S. Savings Bond commercial about a Father/Son fishing trip co-starring his actual father. He began performing on local theatre stages as well, starring in musicals every summer at the Ty Tracy Theatre at historic Gallier Hall. 

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J. Todd attended The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts where he earned a Certificate of Artistry and attended Loyola University New Orleans as a Theatre Arts Major with a minor in Business where he was inducted into the Alpha Alpha Chi Cast of Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honor Society. 

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After Hurricane Katrina, J. Todd moved to Atlanta, GA where his career shifted to include more work behind the camera, working as a Grip, Camera Op, 1st AD, Director of Photography, Director, Producer, and most recently Aerial Cinematographer. He has worked on feature films, documentaries, industrials, commercials, and PSA's.

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As an actor, J. Todd's film credits include Ray, Glory Road, Deja Vu, and What to Expect When You Are Expecting. His television credits include K'Ville (Fox), Army Wives (Lifetime), and Saints and Sinners (Bounce).

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J. Todd's production credits include The Fat Boy Chronicles (Producer) and Night Club (Producer). He's also worked on projects for Dillard University, Georgia Tech University, SunTrust Bank, Harken Health, and Delta Airlines. 

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