Benjamin O. Jimerson-Phillips

Benjamin O. Jimerson-Phillips is an African American movie producer, director, songwriter, and screenwriter.^[1] Also known as Benjamin O. Jimerson, with Adept Films Inc., as well as owner Jimerson & Associates founded in 1995.^[2] Aside from his film related work he also is an established screen writer, and has also authored three published books. Notable for being a pro-life activist, and humanitarian.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref>

Biography

Benjamin O. Jimerson-Philips, also known as "Ben Jimerson" was born to parents Jessie Jimerson-Phillips, and J.O. Patterson Sr.,^[3][4] being the eldest of their two children.^[5] He attended the Sabarbaro Elementary School (now know as Author Ash School), in Chicago, IL in his youth.^[4] Raised by his mother Jessie, he was exposed early on to the Christian church and strong religious values,^[5][6] her work as an avid Christian missionary, book author, songwriter and humanitarian inspired him, eventually leading him to contribute and publish a gospel activity book, written and illustrated by his mother "Agape Coloring Activity Book Of Prayers Puzzle Games ".^[7][7] Jimerson-Philips father James O. Patterson Sr. being former Presiding Bishop of Church of God In Christ,^[8] also had weight in the Christian church community, being one of the First Elected Presiding Bishop's in the Church of God in Christ 1968–1989.^[9] Jimerson-Philips siblings include sister Annette P. Jimerson published author and artist,^[10] and half brother J.O. Patterson Jr. former two term Tennessee Congressman, and Tennessee Senator and first black Mayor for the City of Memphis.^[11][12] Stephen Wigley Jr., and reported half-brothers to Kimmy Brooks Anthony Flagg, and Kevin Haley all alleged to be children of J.O. Patterson Sr.^[4]

Also having authored three other published books including Prodigal Son Child of The King,^[4] 'Player's School' (Book of Game),^[13] and "A Day In The Life... ".<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> He is also the authored a few convention books for Bishop George D. McKinney of COGIC Southern California Second Jurisdiction, whom he claims as his surrogate Father figure in his Prodigal Son, Child of The King publication.^[4] He has also played a supporting role in the career successes of Actor David Ramsey, Jazsmin Lewis, Sam Saletta, and Niki Saletta.^[2] Before pursuing his dreams in the entertainment field he formed a stage name for himself, reforming his name to Captain Fantastic.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> Shortly after he began recording and producing a record alongside Charles Allen titled "Undercover Lover" which was an indie release on Right Note Records, release by Captain Fantastic & Star Fleet.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> The record was about a fictional secret love affair between a man and woman. Featuring Charles Allen, Lloyd Smith, Mark Bynum (members of the gold record group The Bar-Kays) as well as band mates Gerald Pride, Nazeeh Islam & Ralph LaVeaux.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> Jimerson-Philips & Allen went on to produce other independent released records including the 1988 release "Playmate" by Kimmi Kim, and 1989 release of "Undercover Lover" on the "I'm Out for Love" album by Revea.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref>

Early on in Jimerson-Philips career, he dabbled in the music industry acting as a casting agent, to provide talent for numerous music videos including "I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me)", "Izzo" and "Girls, Girls, Girls (Jay-Z song) by Jay-Z, In "Disco Inferno (50 Cent song)", "Candy Shop" by 50 Cent, "More Than A Woman" by Aaliyah, "Thong Song" by Sisqo, Snake", "Fiesta" and "If I Could Turn Back the Hands of Time" by R. Kelly.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref>^[2] As well as other noted project work with Missey Elliott, Gwen Stefani, Black Eyed Peas, and J-Lo providing talent in many other videos.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> Interestingly he also appeared briefly in R. Kelly’s "If I Could Turn Back The Hand of Time" music video due to a male talent not showing up for the video shoot.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> Benjamin O. Jimerson-Philips, received multiple Gold & Platinum Record Awards, over the years including Brandy, Ginuwine, Paula Abdul, Expose', Vanessa Williams and R. Kelly.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> Jimerson-Philips primary focus however is in the film industry, where his early fascination with film lead him to earn a certificate of completion, at the Hollywood Film Institute for Cinema Director & Line Producer.^[4] He has produced five motion pictures^[14] including Resurrection: The J.R. Richard Story,^[15] Waters Rising,^[16][17][17] and Treasure n tha Hood (which he co-produced, starring Katt Williams)^[18] to name a few. The biopic movie Resurrection: The J.R. Richard Story (film), starring David Ramsey,^[19][20] Kenya Moore of "Real Housewives of Atlanta", Sara Stokes of "Making The Band", and two time Oscar Nominee Charles Durning all being a well rounded highlight in Jimerson-Philips film career. In recent years he has been noted for being involved in developing several significant projects for the silver screen, television and stage^[2] including the comedy "Player’s School",^[2] as well as reality series "The House of Divas",^[2] and "Country Girls", WWI film "Camp Logan". As well as assisting in the development of the stage plays Before We Say I Do and "Celebrate Moma" (with playwright Michael McCurtis).

He has also been Commissioned as a "Goodwill Ambassador" by Arkansas Governors Jim Guy Tucker and Mike Huckabee.^[4] In early 2000 he ran for City Council in the city of Little Rock, AR. However Jimerson-Philips ran a self funded campaign and did not accept donations, on the notion that doing so only insured special interest Candidates would win, and not those who have the best values, or visionary plan.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref> His television campaign advertisement consisted of commercials by Grammy Award Winning Gospel Recording Artist Andrae Crouch; Actress Jasmine Lewis, and Actor David Ramsey. 2005 was appointed as a "Colonel" on the Staff of New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson, later he received a Special California State Senate Resolution #728 in 1991 & Resolution #1729 in 2006.<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref>^[6]

Education

• The Hollywood Film Institute, Hollywood, California (2009) Certificate of Completion.^[4]

• Charles Harrison Mason University, San Diego (1993) Special Certificate from Dr. Myles Munroe & Bishop George D. McKinney in Biblical Principles of Leadership Development.^[4]

• Chrispus Attucks School, Chicago, IL.^[4]

• University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR.^[4]

Filmography

Discography

Books

• Agape Coloring Activity Book Of Prayers Puzzle Games (Create Space, 2012)^[7]
• Prodigal Son, Child of The King (Create Space, 2012)^[4]
• "A Day In The Life"... (Create Space, 2012)<ref name=""A Day In The Life"... ">"A Day In The Life"... (Hardcover|format= requires |url= (help)). Create Space. ISBN 1466347724.  |accessdate= requires |url= (help)</ref>
• 'Player's School' (Book of Game) (Create Space, 2012)^[21]

Awards

• Special Resolution #728 from California State Senator Wadid P. Deddeh, (September 18, 1991);& Special Resolution #1729 from California State Senator Denise Moreno Ducheny (December 8, 2006).^[4]
• Special Resolution from CA State Senator Denise Moreno Ducheny (December 8, 2006) resolution number 1729.^[4]
• Letter of Commendation from US Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee, (November 8, 2005).^[4]
• Commission as Colonel on staff of New Mexico, State Governor Bill Richardson (December 19, 2005).^[4]
• Special Proclamation from Houston, Texas, Major Lee Brown (April 7, 2001).^[4]
• "Goodwill Ambassador" Commission by Arkansas State Governors Jim Guy Tucker (November 6, 1993) & Mike Huckabee (September 18, 1998).^[4]
• Special Proclamation from El Paso, Texas, Major Larry Francis (January 26, 1996).^[4]
• Executive Order Proclaiming Oct 6th 1996 "Benjamin O. Jimerson Day" in the City of Albuquerque, NM, Mayor Martin J. Chavez.^[4]
• Executive Order 05-169, from Albuquerque NM, City Mayor Martin J. Chavez.^[4]

References

External links

• J. O. Patterson Ministry Official Homepage
• IMBD: Benjamin O. Jimerson-Philips
• Jimerson and Associates Official Homepage
• Adept Films Inc. Official Homepage