José Márquez is a Mexican-American storyteller. He grew up in a family of migrant workers in the Salinas Valley farming region of California. Mexican culture and the area’s distinctive landscapes, as well as the high number of violent crimes, contributed to José’s passion for visual storytelling. José’s work concentrates on issues that shape identity, LGBTQ+, and multicultural experiences.
He obtained his Bachelors of Science in Visual Journalism from Brooks Institute in Ventura, California. Currently, he is based in Portland, Oregon. When he’s not busy stopping his dog, Gus from chasing after cyclists, he’s a video editor at Blue Chalk Media.
Contact
Email: josemvrquez@gmail.com
Instagram: @itsjosemarquez