Jesse Bader

Jesse Bader, a St. Louis magician and cinematographer, brings a filmmaker’s eye to the art of illusion, crafting moments where reality bends at his fingertips. Specializing in close-up sleight of hand, Jesse’s performances are a fusion of storytelling and deception, pulling audiences into a world of illusion and wonder.

Inspired by the classics of magic yet driven by a modern vision, Jesse blends time-honored techniques with contemporary style. Much like in film, where the frame controls what the viewer sees, his magic challenges perception, using misdirection and precision to blur the line between what’s real and what’s imagined. His ability to craft mesmerizing moments—both on stage and behind the camera—has set him apart as a dynamic force in the St. Louis magic and filmmaking scenes.