TOMMIE GREEN

Tommie Green is an award-winning American filmmaker from Highland Park, Michigan, recognized as an impactful force in the evolution of social media and one of Michigan's most successful directors. As the CEO of WhiteWood Entertainment LLC, an award-winning multimedia company established in 2006, Green has spent over two decades crafting a career defined by passion, versatility, and creative excellence.

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The Beginning

A pioneer of YouTube’s "Golden Era," Green first gained international attention in 2007 with groundbreaking viral hits like Throw Some Cheese on It and Crank Dat Army Boy, collectively amassing over 4 million views. This digital success served as a launchpad to Los Angeles, where he directed high-profile productions for Microsoft Windows (the I’m a PC campaign 2009) and Def Jam Recordings (the UKNOWBIGSEAN web series). His Hollywood tenure also included collaborations with industry icons Cedric the Entertainer and Kel Mitchell on the film Dance Fu. Green would continue to gain viral acclaim with his web-series Tha Weezy Chronicles (2009) amassing another 4 million views solidifying his influence in digital media.

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Cinematic Evolution & Music Visuals

Between 2010 and 2019, Green became a cornerstone of Detroit’s music scene, directing visual hits for artists such as Hollis Jordan, Young Fuol, Yung Dre and Da Twin Towerz. However, his most profound transformation occurred in 2010, when he transitioned from viral comedy to drama. This shift produced a series of critically acclaimed works, including the power-dynamic May-December Winds (2010), the political thriller Corrupt (2020), and the spiritual battle films Pastor (2021) and Lilith (2022). His 2023 autobiographical film, Waverly, further cemented his reputation for crafting emotionally resonant, coming-of-age stories.

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Accolades & Academic Excellence

Green’s directorial precision has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including:

• 🏆 Best of Show – DAFT Michigan Student Film & Video Festival (2003)

• Leading Guerrilla Filmmaker – Ferndale Film Festival (2009)

• 🏆🏆🏆🏆 4x Award Winner – Mitten Movie Project (2010)

• 🏆🏆🏆🏆 4x Golden Grizzly Award Winner – Oakland University International Film Festival (2022)

Currently completing his bachelor’s degree in Film Production at Oakland University—following an Associate Degree in Cinematic Arts from Oakland Community College—Green is a two-time Dean’s List recipient and a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success as well as Phi Theta Kappa. He continues to push the boundaries of independent filmmaking, blending ancient wisdom with cinematic innovation.