Paul, a native of Brooklyn, New York, is a multifaceted film and television director with a strong educational background in cinematography from the renowned AFI program.
His journey in the industry began with a humble start as a camera operator on MTV's groundbreaking reality series, The Real World. As his skills and experience grew, so did his role, and he eventually took on the position of Director of Photography for the popular America's Next Top Model.
In 2006, Paul began capturing finales for Project Runway, which marked the beginning of his tenure with the program. His exceptional work soon led to his first Emmy nomination. Paul went on to join the team at Bravo, directing episodes of the hit culinary competition series, Top Chef, for a remarkable seven seasons.
In addition to his television work, Paul has also ventured into the world of film. In 2007, he wrote and directed The Tree, a poignant short film that tells the poignant story of a man searching for shade on a treeless block in Brooklyn, a reflection of his own childhood experiences.
Paul's feature film debut, Wheels, is a heartwarming tale of a young DJ navigating the challenges of making a name for himself in Brooklyn. The film received widespread critical acclaim and won numerous awards at various film festivals before being released by 1091 Pictures in 2020.
Throughout his illustrious career, Paul has worked on a diverse range of projects, including Ink Master, The Glee Project 2, Work of Art, Nailed it!, Making it!, Baking it!, and Next Level Chef, solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile director.
