Summary

Heidi Kikel is a photographer/videographer/editor located in Queens NY. She graduated from Hofstra University in 2004 with her B.A.in TV/Video Production. Since then, she has worked with mostly comedians, models, actors, musicians and small businesses.

Credits

6/15 – 6/16

Camera Operator (Canon 5D Mark III) Roasting & Hosting with Christie Narvaez

Digital — Heidi Kikel Photography Details
6/15 – 6/16

Camera op for the online comedy cooking show. I'm responsible for shooting and some editing.

12/15 – 2/16

Cinematographer (Co-Writer, Producer) Mr. Wonderful

Film (Short) Details
12/15 – 2/16

I was the Director of Photography on a short film I co-wrote with film partner Patricia Charles called "Mr. Wonderful," back in 2014. Principal photography started in December 2015 through March 2016. Film is currently in Post.

6/14 – 6/14

Camera Operator (BTS Camera Op/Editor) Time Signature

Film (Short) — 4 Mile Circus films Details
6/14 – 6/14

Shot all behind the scenes photos & video for independent film “Time Signature.” Editor of the BTS video scheduled to be out by late July, early August.

9/12 – 9/12

Camera Operator (ZOOM h4n & Boom Mic) Interview w/ ZZ Top

Digital — Rollingstone.com Details
9/12 – 9/12

Boom operator for an interview video that was shot of musical band ZZ Top at The Museum Of Natural History. Operated the ZOOM h4n audio recorder.

1/09 – 1/09

Camera Operator (Canon XL-H1) Interview with a Porn Star.

TV — Howard TV Details
1/09 – 1/09

Camera operator for the show “Interview with a Porn Star” broadcast on HowardTV. Involved in set up and breakdown of camera gear and set.

7/06 – 8/07

Camera Operator (Studio Camera)

Staff Position — IMG Media Details
7/06 – 8/07

Studio camera operator for all shows on Sprint Powerview; Short entertainment/sports/music news segments that were broadcast on sprint cell phones. Shows: “Hollywood Update,” “The Lighter Side,” “Sports Daily,” “ JB’s Football Flash” (with James Brown), “Top Stories” and “Daily Dirt.” Shot breaking news segments as well.

8/05 – 8/06

Camera Operator Freelance Shooter/Editor

Digital — Heidi Kikel Photography Details
8/05 – 8/06

Shoot photos & video for NYC bands, comedians, models, actors, etc... Also shoot, produce, and edit commercials and promo videos for small businesses in the tri state area.

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Education

Class of '04

Hofstra University

B.A. Video/TV Production

My Gear

  • GoPro
  • Tripod
  • Canon EOS 5D Mark III
  • Slider
  • Mics
  • Lavalier Lapel Microphone
  • Zoom Digital Audio Recorder

Skills

  • Final Cut Pro
  • FCP 7
  • Camera Op
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Photoshop CS 6
  • Producing shorts