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Keith L. Davis is the Instructional Assistant Professor of Film Production in the Department of Theatre & Film at the University of Mississippi, College of Liberal Arts. He is a filmmaker, actor, and educator with extensive experience in both academic and professional realms, including teaching at institutions like NYU, Pratt Institute, and Brooklyn College.
Education:
- B.A. in Theatre, The University of Alabama (1997)
- M.F.A. in Acting, Yale University (2000)
- M.F.A. in Filmmaking, New York University (Dean's Fellowship recipient)
His research and creative interests center on film production, directing, editing, and performance for stage and camera. He integrates professional industry experience with pedagogy, focusing on narrative filmmaking, media post-production, and acting techniques. His work bridges artistic expression and technical mastery in film and television.
His creative works span film, television, and festival-recognized short films, with a strong emphasis on narrative depth, social themes, and technical precision. Projects like The American People and HBO’s Between the World and Me reflect a commitment to socially resonant storytelling across genres and formats.
Scientific and Professional Awards:
- Sundance Screenwriting Fellow
- Sundance Directing Fellow
- Lynn Auerbach Screenwriting Fellowship
- Honda Motors-sponsored Power of Dreams Fellowship for Directing
Keith has advised and taught students in filmmaking and acting at multiple institutions. While specific advisees are not listed, his extensive teaching portfolio at NYU, Brooklyn College, and others demonstrates a strong commitment to mentorship. He has worked on major production grants and industry commissions from HBO, Netflix, UNICEF, Gucci, Jay-Z/Roc-a-Fella, and Salesforce, indicating significant project funding and collaborative opportunities.
He is affiliated with professional creative teams including 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Firelight Media, Mass Appeal, and The Documentary Group, and has contributed to high-profile editorial projects for HBO, Vice Media, and WWE.
