Steven Baboun is an artist, photographer, creative director, creative producer, and educator from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, based in New York City. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Film and Media Arts and a minor in Education Studies from American University, as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from Parsons School of Design. Baboun works in photography, video, performance, textile + multimedia installation, and design.

His work has been presented at institutions and cultural spaces including the Bronx Museum of the Arts, Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute, Haiti Cultural Exchange, Heath Gallery, Parsons School of Design, the Haitian American Museum of Chicago, Photoville, and Contemporary-L in Seoul, South Korea, among others.

Currently, Baboun is the founder and creative director of Studio Baboun, a creative house based in Brooklyn, New York. He is the co-founder and managing partner of NativRoots Collective, a creative agency specializing in visual production and creative solutions across entertainment, nonprofits, live experiences, and businesses. Baboun currently serves as the Stage Creative Director, Stage Manager, Project Manager, and Showrunner for Michaël Brun Presents BAYO, leading productions at iconic venues including Barclays Center, Agganis Arena, and, in 2026, completing a landmark three-night residency at the Brooklyn Paramount.

His accolades include being named a 2025 NYSCA Grantee, a 2022 Aperture Portfolio Prize Finalist, and an honoree for his contributions to arts and culture in New York City, recognized by both the Council of the City of New York and the New York State Assembly. In 2025, he was also recognized as one of the Caribbean-American Entrepreneurs: Ones to Watch by Carib Biz Network.

He additionally performs under the digital persona Marie-Claude, a Haitian comedic character developed during the height of the pandemic. Marie-Claude aims to connect with the Haitian community through humor and positivity, as well as highlight critical social issues in the community through comedy.