Jason Rosette | Filmmaker, Storyteller, Educator
Writer-Director and Educator with 25+ years across documentary, narrative film, AI media, and instructional areas. Based between Asia and the USA
WRITER-DIRECTOR REEL
Jason Rosette: Writer–Director Reel
Selected narrative, documentary, and cinematic work highlighting script development, writing, directing, performance shaping, and the blocking of actors and non-actor talent.
While many projects also involved cinematography, editing, motion graphics, sound design, or post-production responsibilities, this reel is intended specifically to demonstrate creative leadership and authorship from script to screen.
Please refer to lower thirds for additional project-specific credits.
NARRATIVE & DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING
'BookWars' - Award-Winning Feature Documentary
'Superb...mesmerizing' - NY Film Critics Circle | 'Terrific' - LA Times | 'Hilarious' - The New Yorker | IFP Gotham Award Nominee | Part of the Museum of Modern Art (NYC) Circulating Film and Video Collection
Feature documentary with TV versions; Written and Directed by Jason Rosette
SYNOPSIS: The gritty world of New York City street booksellers is exposed in a remarkable story that chronicles their lives and loves and their unique perspectives on life. See the Mayor, the University and the NYPD try to shut them down!
See the BookWars website for more reviews, screening history and information
'G.I. Says' - Anti-War Documentary
Written and directed by Jason Rosette, 'GI Says' explores the experiences of anti-war veteran Kenneth Anderberg and the underground GI press movement during the Vietnam era. Combining historical storytelling, interviews, archival context, and character-driven documentary techniques, the project demonstrates documentary direction, long-form factual storytelling, interview production, and human-centered filmmaking. Watch now on The Stash Military History Channel
'Freedom Deal: The Story of Lucky' - Episodic Vietnam War Drama
Written and directed by Jason Rosette, this episodic historical drama combines war, folklore, supernatural elements, and coming-of-age storytelling against the backdrop of the Vietnam conflict spilling into Cambodia.
Produced on location in Cambodia with international festival selections, 'Freedom Deal' demonstrates original screenwriting, actor direction, production leadership, performance blocking, and end-to-end narrative filmmaking from screenplay development through post-production.
'A strong, interesting story with good characters and excellent acting, and the supernatural element was bizarre but just right for the story!' - Highway 61 Film Festival
See the Freedom Deal website for more information, screening history, and EPK.
'Lost in New Mexico' - Feature Drama
'Great Road Pic' - Angelika Entertainment
'A unique and interesting take on the fluidity of technology versus the recurring commonality of the human condition' - Moving Image Journal
Written and directed by Jason Rosette, this feature drama explores grief, technology, memory, and identity through a character-driven story set in the American Southwest. Produced on location in New Mexico with an entirely local cast and crew, the project demonstrates original screenwriting, directing, performance shaping, production management, and complete script-to-screen narrative development.
Produced on location in New Mexico, USA with a 100% local cast and crew
Watch now on Amazon Video, and visit the Lost in New Mexico website for more reviews, screening history, and press materials
SCREENWRITING & SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT
Screenwriter & Script Doctor Portfolio
Includes features, long form factual/documentary, episodic, and short form projects developed, researched, and written by writer-director Jason Rosette.
Many of these projects were produced and completed; take a moment to compare the screenplay version with the final distributed film or media content!
AI-INTEGRATED MEDIA & MUSIC VIDEO PRODUCTION
'Pennies from Heaven' - AI Video Generated and Live Action Music Video & Audio Production
Video and accompanying audio track I produced for the Robert Marleigh vintage crooning project: the Jazz standard, 'Pennies from Heaven'. I sourced live musicians, coordinated, mixed, and mastered final audio. Includes AI generated visuals from Kling, Veo, and Higgsfield AI video generators. * All music produced by humans, with no AI used in the audio production or mixing process * TOOLS USED: Mixcraft, iZotope Ozone, Veo 2 and 3, Flow, Whisk, Kling, Higgsfield, Adobe Premiere Pro
SOCIAL IMPACT & COMMISSIONED MEDIA PRODUCTION
Biodiversity, Housing & Social Issue Advocacy Documentaries
Filmmaker & Writer-Director Jason Rosette has written, directed, and edited a range of commissioned prosocial documentaries for clients including: Conservation International, Flora and Fauna International, WildAid, USAID, DAI, the NGO Forum on Cambodia, Microsoft Developing Markets, and others.
'Bringing Hope to the Children of Cambodia with Cloud' (Microsoft Asia) - Advocacy Documentary
Philanthropic Video for Microsoft Philanthropies Asia, Directed and Location Managed by Jason Rosette
Child abuse and trafficking remains a serious social issue in Cambodia.
Hoping to bring an end to this is the Child Protection Unit (CPU), a joint operation between the Cambodian Children’s Fund and Cambodia National Police. Its work involves providing assistance in the investigation of crimes committed against children, training local police officers in investigative techniques, and supporting victims and their families in the recovery journey.
USAID/DAI Funded Garment Industry Workforce Development Video Series
Highlights from 15-part workforce development educational web video series produced for the USAID/DAI funded local organization, SHRMP. This video delves into how Cambodia is seeking to prioritize efficiency and productivity in its key sectors.Video series co-written, directed, narrated and edited by Jason Rosette (https://www.jasonrosette.com)
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & LXD
'Smart City Technologies for Urban Development' - Interactive elearning Module
Multimedia eLearning Module Developed by Jason Rosette and Camerado Media
This e-learning module explores the concept of smart cities, showcasing how digital technologies and data-driven solutions are leveraged to enhance urban living, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability. It delves into the integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) across infrastructure and services. I developed this content in Articulate Rise, with stock and AI generated photos; I also did the voiceover.
'Excellence in Guest Experience: Front Desk Mastery in Siem Reap Hotels' - Interactive elearning Course
Multimedia eLearning Course Developed by LXD Jason Rosette for Camerado Media & Training
This e-learning module explores front desk mastery in Siem Reap’s luxury hotels, highlighting how cultural sensitivity, service excellence, and modern technology shape exceptional guest experiences. It examines the unique role of front desk staff as ambassadors of Khmer hospitality. I developed this content in Articulate Rise, with stock and AI generated photos; I also did the voiceover.
AUDIO PRODUCTION, MUSIC & SOUND DESIGN
'Needle on the Rim' - Vocal Jazz Record & Cross-Border Remote Production Framework
Produced, mixed, and mastered by Jason Rosette of Camerado Media for the Robert Marleigh project.
Needle on the Rim is the inaugural volume of the Shared Frequency Initiative (SFI), a cross-border remote production methodology I developed for coordinating talent across areas of geopolitical friction. The 6-track EP was recorded across four countries (Cambodia, Thailand, Italy, and the USA) during the 2025-2026 Thailand-Cambodia border conflict, with an ensemble of five nationalities. I sourced all musicians, coordinated remote sessions, and handled mix and mastering for the final release. The project has received significant international press coverage. * TOOLS USED: Mixcraft, Reaper, iZotope Ozone * RECORDED IN: Phnom Penh, Bangkok, Siem Reap, New Orleans, Italy
Audiobook Production & Narration
I've been narrating various content since the production of my first feature documentary, 'BookWars', over 20 years ago.
Since that time, I've also ventured into the audiobook narration space. Many of the titles I've narrated are available on Audible.
Titles include: contemporary fiction; humor; detective-thriller; self help/spirituality; classics; humor; nonfiction & more.
Narration always includes a treated space and high quality condenser mics. Audio mastering delivered according to Audible specifications, with or without EQ, leveling & normalization.
Find out more on my Voiceover & Performer page
Music Production, Performance and Composition
I produce and perform music under stage names for a couple different genres. First, I perform vintage Jazz and blues classics and standards made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald and others, as artist Robert Marleigh.
I also compose, perform and produce alternative rock, and indie& alt folk as singer-songwriter Gone Marshall (ASCAP) Sounds like: The Magnetic Fields; Lou Reed; Johnny Cash; Kurt Vile; The Kinks and others. Genres Include: Alternative rock; singer-songwriter; neopsychedelic; alt-country; spoken word. Visit the Gone Marshall website for music, videos, updates and more
Youtube | Spotify | Apple Music | Tidal
ADDITIONAL FILMMAKING, EDITING & COMMERCIAL WORK
Short & Medium Length Movies by Jason Rosette
Playlist of various short and medium length films made by Jason Rosette over the years, in various stages of release and production.
(Earliest film is from 1981, most recent is 2024)
Editor - :30 TVC Spot 'Party' for MegaFon
TV spot for telcom provider, MegaFon (* :30 and :45 sec versions). A strong example of commercial / TVC spot editing technique. Offline editing began on-set, and was completed before wrap of production in Thailand.
Editor - TV Movie, 'Pirate's Curse'
45 + minute TV movie, 'Pirate's Curse'; forensic re-edit of a feature-length project. In this instance, reconstructive/forensic editing was needed to establish a coherent story after loss of some scene material. Editing by Jason Rosette. for Studio Asia, Ltd.
Jason Rosette: Aerial (Drone) Production Reel
(Aerial) drone video reel for creator, filmmaker, performer, educator Jason Rosette
All clips piloted, shot and produced by Jason Rosette using DJI platforms
ACADEMIC WRITING & RESEARCH
An Overview of Entertainment–Education (E-E) and Its Application in the Cambodian Context
Researched and written under the academic supervision of Professor John Pilgrim at the Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
This paper was completed in partial fulfillment of a Master’s (MA) in International Development Studies at the Royal University of Phnom Penh, in coordination with Nagoya University, Japan
Post-Project Report: CamboFest Film Festival
Post-project report for CamboFest, Film & Video Festival of Cambodia (4th edition) Researched and written as founder, co-organizer and head trainer of the CamboFest, Cambodia Film Festival, Cambodia's first internationally recognized film festival of the post-KR period.
MEDIA PLATFORMS, TOOLS, & APPS
CAMBOFEST: Cambodia's First International Film Festival (est. 2007 / 2550)
I founded and co-organized the CamboFest film festival in collaboration with Khmer colleagues, working with the Ministry of Culture and relevant local authorities to secure permissions for screenings and public exhibition. CamboFest was the first recurring internationally recognized motion picture festival event in Cambodia since the end of the Khmer Rouge era.
- Established as a non-state, non-aligned grassroots initiative
- Developed with an early pro-copyright and IP-respecting screening framework
- Coordinated approvals and operational alignment with Cambodian cultural authorities
- Served as a sister festival to Bangkok IndieFest, which I also founded and co-organized
Find out more at the CamboFest, Cambodia Film Festival website
SCHEDULE MESSAGE
I designed, project managed, and produced this web-based communications application in 2014. I sourced and coordinated engineering talent and oversaw all product decisions from concept through implementation.
The platform functioned as a content scheduling utility enabling users to send delayed, recurring, and repeat email reminders and social media updates. It supported one-time or recurring messaging, message editing and export for offline revision, re-import of updated schedules, and includes a customizable scheduling calendar interface.
CamboTube
I launched this pioneering ASEAN themed Youtube-style video portal in 2008; developed and launched by Camerado SE Asia (I was project director)
CamboTube was its own standalone portal with a dedicated server and FFMPEG technology, which allowed user-submitted clips to be processed and posted with minimal intervention The portal was discontinued in 2009 due to digital divide issues in at the time. Read an Overview of CamboTube | Phnom Penh Post interview with CamboTube founder Jason Rosette
Let's Talk
Open to film projects, eLearning partnerships, voice work, and executive coaching engagements. Based between Asia and the USA — working across GMT, EST, and ASEAN time zones
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