September 2025 FOTM- Jabari Jefferson

Jabari Jefferson, the founder of Mass Comm Guru Productions, LLC (MCGP), is a Capital Emmy Award–winning filmmaker and highly skilled Director of Photography (DP) and Producer with seven years of professional film experience. Based in Washington, D.C., MCGP is a video production company that reflects Jabari's passion for telling stories rooted in inclusion, authenticity, and innovation. With his expertise and dedication to his craft, Jabari brings a unique perspective to every project, creating engaging and memorable videos that captivate audiences. In 2024, Jabari Jefferson won a Capital Emmy Award for his work on PBS’s Water’s Edge: Black Watermen of the Chesapeake. Building on this recognition, he also served as 1st Assistant Camera for the upcoming PBS documentary Becoming Thurgood, which is slated to premiere on September 9, 2025. Just two days later, on September 11, 2025, Jabari will premiere his proof-of-concept pilot, Metro Ties, at Metrobar in Washington, D.C. Metro Ties blends narrative storytelling with sketch comedy, spotlighting local talent and amplifying authentic D.C. voices. The premiere will double as a community event while also positioning the project for festival submissions and distribution opportunities. More information about Metro Ties can be found on @Metroties on Instagram.