Jericca Cleland is a multifaceted filmmaker, effortlessly weaving together the roles of director, writer, and cinematographer to craft extraordinary content for an extraordinary world. Her independent features, shorts, and special projects are the result of collaborations with partners and studios worldwide.
As a writer and director, Jericca's storytelling is driven by a deep understanding of the importance of cinematography. She skillfully designs camera, staging, and/or color and lighting to underscore the narrative and emotion, creating a cohesive visual language that elevates the story.
Moreover, Jericca is a highly sought-after story and script consultant, renowned for her alchemical approach to deepening story, developing character, and reworking structure to bring out emotion, meaning, and entertainment.
With a passion for bringing meaningful entertainment to life in animation and live action, fiction and documentary, film and television, Jericca is driven by a desire to make a profound difference in the world. She believes that the incredible medium of film can be filled with both entertainment and meaning, and that one does not exclude the other.
In addition to her filmmaking endeavors, Jericca is also the Co-Owner and Chief Creative Officer of the award-winning Danish animation studio Nørlum. She has taught masterclasses and guest lectures internationally, sharing her expertise and inspiring others to join her in the pursuit of creating meaningful and impactful stories.
