Jing’s love of storytelling began on the floor of the library. Shy and the only child of busy immigrant parents, reading stories were his way out of loneliness. This early love eventually nurtured a desire to tell his own stories, and to free those hard to express thoughts and feelings within himself. It’s then that he found his calling: filmmaking.
Jing kicked off his career during an impromptu trip to China where odd jobs on set somehow led to him directing commercials for global brands such as Levi’s, Johnnie Walker and Cartier with his work receiving recognition at the Cannes Lions, D&AD and HBO Visionaries. This time abroad solidified his artistic voice and gave him the confidence to finally pursue his ultimate dream of writing and directing narrative work.
Since returning to the US, Jing has worked in both TV and Film. His original screenplay Chang Can Dunk was named to the 2020 Black List and was eventually developed as a Disney+ Original. The completed film received universal acclaim and was nominated for two Children’s Emmys. For his directorial work on the film, Jing was recently named to Variety’s 10 Directors to Watch 2023. With numerous projects under his belt and more in development, Jing continues to be passionate about telling intimate, personal stories with universal appeal and bringing the marginalized and underdogs of the world into mainstream focus.
Awards & Press
Variety 10 Directors to Watch 2023
Chang Can Dunk places 2nd on 2020 Black List
Armed With a Camera Fellow 2018
D&AD Next Director Showcase 2016
Winner - Young Director Award, First Prize - Cannes Lions 2015