Alex Preston

Operate boom while maintaining accurate and non-obtrusive movement pattern. Achieve best possible sound at all times during shooting. Suggesting solutions to sound/framing problems resulting from boom.

Capture second angle to primary camera to serve as B-Roll or another set-up on main subject. Consult with director and artist to achieve best overall look for the video. Offer suggestions for ways to achieve the best shot. Engage extras during shooting.

Achieve appropriate looks for highest emotional impact. Consult with director and clients to achieve the best feel for the film. Achieve even spread of light for chroma-key muslin backdrops. Hang and focus lights. Run cables.

Capture second angle to primary camera to serve as B-Roll or another set-up on main subject. Consult with director and artist to achieve best overall look for the video. Offer suggestions for ways to achieve the best shot. Engage extras during shooting.

Logging, labeling & organizing footage, syncing footage, compositing, color correction, color grading, editing, sound syncing, syncing original score, supervision of rendering, exporting.

Compose shot lists, mark best takes, storyboarding, collaboration with cast and crew to achieve the best shot possible on set. Advise crew to make any changes necessary to improve the scene.

Uphold integrity of the script by gauging the interpretation of the talent and making adjustments to their performances. Collaborate with film crew to achieve the best shots with the time and resources available.

Cast talent according to the specifications of the script.

Write original screenplay. Make revisions to script to allow flexibility in locations, characters, shooting style and pace.

Plan and execute shots, consult with the director during playback, apply notes and feedback to upcoming shots.

Set up lighting for shots while catering to the needs of the director, providing lumination and mood lighting for highest emotional impact for the scene, and fulfilling the specifications of the script.

Clapper loader, equipment transportation, assisted cast and crew by running waters & snacks.

Design lighting set-ups for principal shooting, collaborating with director, director of photography and firearm wrangler to achieve best lighting possible.

Plan, organize and oversee shot execution. Camera operation. Collaboration with director, cast and crew to achieve appropriate blocking & lighting.

Color Correction, Color Grading, Audio Synching, ADR, Compositing.

Storyboards, plan shots, transport equipment, run camera, label shots after shooting.

Hang & focus lights, run cables. Ensure all talent is effectively lit.

Bring to life the creative vision of the artist with no budget. Engage the actors in the story and bring that life out onscreen.

Logging, label footage, edit, sync footage, sync original score, supervise rendering, exporting and mastering.