J.J. McQueen

J.J. McQueen is an award-winning photographer and master visual storyteller with over 25 years of experience spanning photography, journalism, photojournalism, and media production. Featured in Forbes and widely recognized for his compelling and emotionally resonant imagery, J.J. has built a career defined by creativity, depth, and an unwavering commitment to visual excellence.

Currently serving as the Chief Photographer for the Mayor of Baltimore City, J.J. captures the pulse of civic life through striking visuals that inform, inspire, and engage. His work bridges the worlds of public service and artistic expression, translating complex narratives into powerful, accessible imagery.

Renowned for his ability to create authentic visual narratives, J.J. approaches every assignment—from major public events to intimate behind-the-scenes moments—with a journalist’s eye and an artist’s touch. His work is marked by technical precision, bold creativity, and a deep sensitivity to context and subject.

With a diverse portfolio that spans editorial photography, press coverage, and creative media production, J.J. is highly adaptable and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments. He is known for his collaborative spirit, tailoring each project to reflect the vision and voice of his clients while elevating the final product through his distinct visual language.

Through his lens, J.J. McQueen continues to shape conversations, evoke emotion, and bring stories to life—one frame at a time.

Awards

  • APIC Film Festival People’s Choice Award Winner (Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital of Baltimore, MD), 2018

  • Thomas Wingate Andrews High School Sports Hall of Fame Inductee, 2015

  • (BVA) Film Festival Bronze Award for Commercial/PSA Category for “The Untold Stories of Sports Dreamers”, 2008

  • (BVA) Film Festival Silver Award for Unscripted Event for “Mike”, 2007

Freelance Photojournalist / Photographer