Aaron Avont Johnson

Aaron Avont Johnson is an International Award-Winning Filmmaker, who started his production company at the age of 9. By the time, he was 12 years of age, he wrote his first book titled “You Are Never Too Young” to inspire young kids about starting their own business at a young age. When he was 13, Johnson won his first award for a short film titled “Lost” which was a depiction of losing his mother and brother in a fatal car accident. This movie is a true testament to surviving traumatic experiences in families.

At the age of 14, he wrote his second book titled "Winning Mind Battles." This book highlights overcoming peer pressure as a teenager. Since then, he has created over 21 film projects.

Johnson is an advocate in his community and has spoken to over 100 school and youth juvenile centers. He has created a community arts program entitled “Yanty” which empowers young kids to pursue their dreams in the arts. He was a Youth Ambassador for the Trayvon Martin Foundation, and was later honored by this organization with the Trailblazer of the Year Award. Johnson has also been recognized by the following companies for his work in the community and young adults: NBC, MacDonald’s Corporation, The State of Florida, Essence, BET and the 40 Under 40 Award.

Additionally, Johnson received several awards overseas where he participated in major film festivals in London, England and Milan, Italy.