— “When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” ― Audre Lorde
Who I Am
My name is Donald. I go by Zama or Don. My Initials are DRH Jr. I am a Brooklynite, born and raised.
If I introduce myself as Don – I am providing a solution or service under the Upbound Media Group company name. I work for your vision, for your enterprise, and help secure the impacts you seek through media consultation and production. Upbound is your provider. Execution through expression.
If I introduce myself as Zama, I am endeavoring in my personal ZAMA Creative online spaces, conveying comments on the color of our conduct, and the context of our condition— all while documenting my journey investigating my own whims, commercial and creative. ZAMA Creative is your partner. Expression through execution.
Two names, two mind frames, separate spaces.
But if in doubt, my government name Donald is just fine 😄
— What I Do —
My work is captured between these two key entities, Upbound Media Group (UpMG) & ZAMA Creative (ZC).
What is the difference between Upbound Media Group (UpMG) & ZAMA Creative (ZC)? See below for the breakdown…
Upbound Media Group • (UpMG) • is my grouping of media solutions and services on offer to clients. This currently includes Upbound Solutions • (UpSOL) • Long-term Media Consultation and Production Packages), Upbound Content • (UpC) • Quick, Clean Content Capture), and Upbound Moments (UpMOMT) capturing personal and intimate events and milestones.
ZAMA Creative • (ZC) • is my collection of personally produced, curated, commercial, and creative projects & spaces. I am currently engaging in several extended photography series, and have several social media content communities & film projects in the pre-launch/pre-production phases.
Over the past decade, I have worked across a broad spectrum of roles: educator, caregiver, operations liaison, debate coach, audio-visual technician, tabletop game facilitator, photographer, and technical media producer. Now I am re-centering my focus on media production and consultation services. My lived experiences—both in and out of media—inform my work, granting me insights that go beyond execution and technique.
This website is a reflection of those endeavors: a chronicle of what has come before and a foundation for what lies ahead. Always Upward. Always Upbound.
The 🗝️ key 🗝️ below breaks down samples either as under a service of Upbound Media or a space or project from ZAMA Creative along with a brief description and corresponding logo.
Upbound Media Group LLC (UpMG)
My media solutions company. An umbrella entity for my group of services on offer, currently Upbound Solutions (UpSOL), Upbound Content (UpC), or Upbound Moments (UpMOMT).
Upbound Content (UpC)
A service branch of UpMG focused on producing quick and clean capture of ad hoc media needs. One to several hours of coordinated content acquisition.
Upbound Solutions (UpSOL)
My long-term media consultation & production service for businesses, entrepreneurs, and local organizations. Typically consisting of 30-90 day projects with options to extend & retain.
ZAMA Creative (ZC)
My collection of creative projects & spaces. Currently depicting several ZC photo series & online project spaces planned for 2025 publishing on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch.
Upbound Moments LLC (UpMOMT)
An upcoming UpMG service providing valuable solutions for engagements, weddings, and education milestones. Onboarding for Spring 2025.
Blerd Speak (BSPK) – A ZC Space
An upcoming ZAMA Creative (ZC) space for my nerdy interests expressed through my spoken thoughts. Launching with commentary on my general geek musings, mental health & a’cappella/music reaction videos.
Samples of these Upbound & ZAMA works are collected below for your perusal and review.
Team & Affliliates
The People without whom I could not make this work happen.
Client Highlights
I’ve Worked with some amazing People. See their work.
Adem Tesfaye • Musician • Fitness Consultant
Bearily Bear Project • Diverse Children’s Media
Vicrina Aberdeen • Brand Alchemist & Consultant
Rebel Jones • Executive Producer • Consultant
Get in Touch by 📨 or ☎️
Let me support your creative ends, or join in mine. Reach out by email or text is preferred, and phone/virtual conferences can be scheduled thereafter. 🗓️
Lets Work Together
Consultations for pricing can also be arranged on an ad-hoc basis after initial inquiries.
