James Valdez
DirectorCinematographerCamera and Electrical Department
James Valdez is a director and cinematographer known for blending technical skill with a strong creative vision. A U.S. Army veteran, his service has deeply influenced his storytelling approach and leadership style on set. A graduate of UCLA Film School, James has built a diverse skill set across…
Director
| Shallow End(2026) |
| Last One Out, Get the Lights(2025) |
| Canta Santiago(2024) |
| Blunose(2023) |
| Flow(2021) |
Writer
| Canta Santiago(2024) |
| Fallen Comrade(2012) |
| And I Love her |
Actor
| Me Him Her(2015)as Gogo Dancer |
| American Sniper(2014)as Navy Veteran |
| The Client List(2011)as Cop |
| Kiss Me(2012)as Man Under Bridge |
| Southland(2009)as Jeraldo |
Producer
| Shallow End(2026) |
| Last One Out, Get the Lights(2025) |
| Cruda Verdad Dura Moral(2025) |
| Uno y Medio Contra el Mundo(2025) |
| Canta Santiago(2024) |
Cinematographer
| Unsaid(2026) |
| Shallow End(2026) |
| Last One Out, Get the Lights(2025) |
| Cruda Verdad Dura Moral(2025) |
| Uno y Medio Contra el Mundo(2025) |
Editor
| Canta Santiago(2024) |
| Blunose(2023) |
| The Trouble One(2019) |
| Run Boy Run(2018) |
| Eman The Renegade Robles: Beyond The Ring(2018) |
Second Unit or Assistant Director
| Cupcake(2012) |
| Thursday Dinners(2012) |
Camera and Electrical Department
| Busboys(2026) |
| Palm Royale(2024) |
| Jasmine Flowers(2025) |
| The Big Schlep(2025) |
| Moon Cabbage(2025) |
Credit Score: James Valdez
| # | Name | Score | Year | Win | Nom | Known | ★ | Wins | Noms | Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southland | 25.00 | 2009 | • | 8.5 | 2 | 3 | 32618 | ||
| 2 | American Sniper | 6.00 | 2015 | 7.3 | 1 | 6 | 569132 |