Joseph's journey into the captivating realm of storytelling began not on a grand stage, but in the intimate embrace of afternoon television in Oxford, North Carolina. It was there, amidst the swirling emotions of daytime dramas shared with his grandmother, that the potent magic of narrative first seized his young imagination. This early fascination blossomed into a youthful endeavor, as at the tender age of eight, Joseph commandeered his father's camcorder, crafting nascent cinematic visions alongside his sisters—a harbinger of the compelling storyteller he was destined to become.

The transition from observer to participant ignited at 21, when Joseph first graced the stage in "Periphery," a resonant play exploring the Greensboro civil rights sit-ins. This pivotal experience served not merely as a debut, but as a profound affirmation of his calling: to breathe life into stories through the transformative act of performance. It was a commitment forged in the crucible of human experience, a dedication to the nuanced art of embodying character.