“Those who say it can't be done are usually interrupted by others doing it.”

- James Baldwin, “Notes of a Native Son”

In addition to writing and performing, Joseph is the founder of R.W.S. Collective, a Black-owned, Queer-led multimedia, creative production and digital marketing firm in Chicago. R.W.S serves as fractional organizational support in addition to leading creative direction, visual design and brand strategy.

For more information visit official R.W.S. Collective website.

  • Promotional flier for Fèt Weekend by Lakai Arts

    Fèt Weekend: Boston, by Lakaï Dance Theatre ~ Event Strategy and Creative Production ~

    Fèt Lakaï launched in New York City in 2022. In 2023 R.W.S Collective helped bring the party “home” to Boston for a full weekend of events. Lakaï Dance Theatre performed original works with additional performances by Boston’s own ToriTori, Brandie Blaze and sounds by DJ TROY Frost

    November ‘23 Boston, MA

  • Queer Purgatory's headlining design Charles Harbison posed with his premiere collection after returning to his eponymous label

    Queer Purgatory, in honor of Charles Harbison ~ Show Director, Casting and Creative Production ~

    “A Fashionably Late Event,” in partnership with The Theater Offensive and The Liberty Hotel. Queer Purgatory is an immersive experience in celebration of Charles Harbison’s return to fashion, highlighting innovative design and sustainability amongst queer and trans designers of Color.

    October ‘21 Boston, MA

  • Eyedekay holds a bottle to her mouth as if to speak a spell into it wearing a green lace bra and black lace a line skirt in front of a wall of mixed frames

    "Temptress," by Eyedekay (featuring Rhymes) ~ Creative Direction and Creative Production~

    “You can say ‘no’ baby, but try it first.”

    “Temptress” by Eyedekay explores a world of fantasy rooted in sexual desire. Follow along on this visual journey of mystery and sensuality.

    July 2021