James Chisholm
Founder, Executive Director, and Ornithologist in San Diego, CA, United States
I assembled my first computer at the age of 12—my mother knew then I wasn't like the other kids. Later in life, I began my technical career by providing ISP support to dial-up customers in the 90's.
Since then, I've operated several computer support businesses in several different states including California, Nevada and Idaho.
Several years ago, I contracted at Hewlett Packard in Boise, ID providing telephone/remote support to the HP staff including the support of over 500 software applications for the internal employee base of HP's international operations.
Back in 1997, I worked as a Senior Cameraman and as a Segment Producer on a Television Pilot called "The 'T' Channel", which was sold and became ZDTV, which then eventually became "Tech TV" The Network only to be sold once again to become G4.
Watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkqeSLANyIQ
My contributions to creating 'Media for Tech' were instrumental in laying the ground work for Famous Tech Gurus like Leo Laporte and others who appeared on Tech TV.
Since 1989, I've captured the performances of hundreds of musicians, from garage bands to Grammy Award winning performers. Most recently, at the Monterey Bay Blues Festival in Monterey, CA. My professional video camera work has been seen by viewers all over the world.
In 2007, I became an Executive Producer of an Indie Film called 'Not Another B Movie' Starring: Ed Asner - Erin Moran - David Faustino - Reggie Bannister - Joe Estevez
IMDB:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1043757/fullcredits#cast
Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esSN5vPQ5nU
In February 2023, I released my debut soundscape album "Interludes & Undertones" on Neon Green Records—an experimental, avant-garde, sci-fi soundscape collection that creates a completely immersive experience when paired with high-quality subwoofers. Travel through the cosmos bathed in healing frequencies.
50% of all album proceeds directly fund the La Jolla Avian Research Center, supporting essential equipment including enhanced bird tracking technology, computers, high-powered binoculars, spotting scopes, and AI field cameras for cutting-edge coastal avian conservation research.
Bandcamp allows you to choose your own price—from $9 up to $1,000—so for those feeling generous, every dollar helps fund these essential resources.
Buy My Album - Help The Birds - $9 👇
https://jamesalannchisholm.bandcamp.com/album/interludes-undertones
Currently, I'm actively working toward launching the La Jolla Avian Research Center—a project that merges my newly found passion for ornithology with over 30 years of technology experience, particularly in developing AI-powered bird tracking systems for coastal avian conservation.
In my spare time, I enjoy Spirited Driving & Creating Ambient Soundscapes.