About Jason Flakes

A Confluence of Creativity, Strategy, and Storytelling

I'm Jason Flakes—filmmaker, director of photography, and founder of Visual14 and Nomoi Design. My passion lies at the intersection of creativity and purpose. With a background in industrial and multimedia design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, plus advanced studies at Carnegie Mellon University and Domaine de Boisbuchet in France, I’ve built a career on crafting visuals that do more than look good—they drive action.

What I Do

Through Visual14, I help companies, cities, and changemakers tell stories that inspire. From branded content and mini-documentaries to architectural photography and drone videography, my work bridges aesthetics and strategy.

You may have seen it on platforms like Hulu, OWN Network, Amazon Prime, and the NFL Network—or in campaigns for clients like the U.S. Department of Energy, Hilton Hotels, and the National League of Cities.

Global Vision. Local Impact.

I’ve filmed and photographed across the globe—from the streets of D.C. to the beauty of Paris and Congo. Whether I’m capturing an award-winning hotel, a construction project from the sky, or a nonprofit’s impact in the community, every story gets my full creative and strategic attention.

The Bigger Picture

What drives me is impact. I use storytelling to tackle real issues—through films, talks, and design work rooted in human-centered thinking. My TEDx talk, Putting Hustle Culture to Rest, introduced the “Hustle Equation,” a framework I teach to creatives and entrepreneurs for balancing ambition with well-being.

The Mindful Architect of Visuals

I don’t believe in creating just for the sake of creating. Design and storytelling are responsibilities—and when done right, they engage the senses, shift perspectives, and build trust. That’s the goal with every client, every project, and every story I help bring to life.

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