Jay Batchler

Jay’s creative path started behind the camera, where he developed a keen eye for everything from intimate portraits to sprawling commercial real estate and product photography. That same passion and attention to detail led him to the world of film.

Now based in Atlanta, Jay has carved out a successful film career in post-production. His dedication and skill were recognized in June 2025 when he became the V.P. of Post-Production at Swirl Films, where he also plays a key role in Creative Operations (CCO) and Distribution.

A true innovator, Jay's influence extends to the very tools of his trade; he helped train Adobe Firefly and Photoshop's "Generative Fill" feature in 2020-2021. His unique artistic vision was also celebrated by Adobe in 2025, which named him an "Emerging Artist" for his work under the name Jaybatchofcookies.

What students are saying about Jay

Katie N.

“Jay is an incredible photographer and instructor that really goes above and beyond for his students.”

Paula W.

“Jay was very knowledgeable and met us where we were in our knowledge.”

Chris B.

“Jay went way above and beyond what I would have expected from an instructor. He was very knowledgeable, addressed all my questions and brought real-world experience to the instruction.”