One of the few remaining native New Yorkers, Bartley has been showcasing his skills in film, television, and music videos for the past six years.

His credits include: The Bench, Purple Pastures, Reparations, The Headmasters Daughter, and music videos for the group Arda (apparently they're huge in Europe).

In addition to Bartley's work as a thespian he also moonlights as a freelance writer for the likes of Black Book, The Fader, Honey and The Source Magazines.