Summary

I am a Camera Assistant and cinematographer. I am in Atlanta full time, and would like to remain here. I am seeking positions in camera, and story. I am resourceful unifier thats always proactive and self-starting. Thank you for your consideration.

Credits

2/18 – 2/19

Director of Photography (DP) Iyanla Vanzant: Behind The Fix (Season 1)

YouTube — Digital — Inner Vision Entertainment
2/18 – 2/19
8/17 – 3/18

Second Assistant Camera (Sony PMW-F55 CineAlta 4K Digital Cinema Camera, Sony A7sii) Iyanla Fix My Life (Season 5)

OWN — TV — Harpo Studios Details
8/17 – 3/18

Maintain & expand knowledge of all camera equipment. Generally assisting the rest of the camera crew (First Assistant Camera, camera operator, director of photography). Keeping inventory of all equipment. Securing the equipment. Unloading/loading equipment off/on the camera truck daily if necessary. Organizing and cleaning the equipment space. Maintaining and cleaning the equipment. Labelling of equipment, boxes, magazines, and storage spaces. Marking actors and props (leaving a marker of their positions as the scene is blocked for the purpose of measuring distance from the camera so that its focus can be adjusted throughout the scene). Marking and operating the slate properly. Charging of batteries for camera and accessories. Interacting with DIT to maintain with media integrity. Keeping records of time, per diems, and expenses for the entire camera crew. Liaising regularly with production, rental houses, editing, laboratories, and unions.

8/17 – 1/18

Director of Photography (DP) (Canon70d) Iyanla Vanzant: The R Spot (Season 4)

YouTube — Digital — Inner Vision Entertainment Details
8/17 – 1/18

Develop the visual aesthetics as far as camera and lighting for the series in its entirety.

12/16 – 4/17

Director of Photography (DP) (Canon70d) Iyanla Vanzant: The R Spot (Season 3)

YouTube — Digital — Inner Vision Entertainment Details
12/16 – 4/17

Develop the visual aesthetics as far as camera and lighting for the series in its entirety.

8/16 – 4/17

Second Assistant Camera (Sony PMW-F55 CineAlta 4K Digital Cinema Camera) Iyanla Fix My Life (Season 4)

OWN — TV — Harpo Studios Details
8/16 – 4/17

Maintain & expand knowledge of all camera equipment. Generally assisting the rest of the camera crew (First Assistant Camera, camera operator, director of photography). Keeping inventory of all equipment. Securing the equipment. Unloading/loading equipment off/on the camera truck daily if necessary. Organizing and cleaning the equipment space. Maintaining and cleaning the equipment. Labelling of equipment, boxes, magazines, and storage spaces. Marking actors and props (leaving a marker of their positions as the scene is blocked for the purpose of measuring distance from the camera so that its focus can be adjusted throughout the scene). Marking and operating the slate properly. Charging of batteries for camera and accessories. Interacting with DIT to maintain with media integrity. Keeping records of time, per diems, and expenses for the entire camera crew. Liaising regularly with production, rental houses, editing, laboratories, and unions.

10/15 – 10/15

Assistant Camera (AC) (Canon 70d, Go Pro Hero 3) The Mighty 13 (Pilot)

TV — Dillon Productions Details
10/15 – 10/15

Responsible for the "Behind The Scenes" footage for "The Mighty 13" Docu-Follow shot w/ my Canpn 70d. Responsible for the supervision/operation of multiple gopros running simultaneously.

10/15 – 10/15

Production Assistant The Mighty 13 (Pilot)

TV — Dillon Productions Details
10/15 – 10/15

Act as a courier, help coordinate talent, keep the set tidy and clean, and assist production team with any needs and opreations required.

Recos

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Education

Class of '14

Howard University

Marketing - Associates Degree Equivalent

My Gear

  • GoPro
  • Canon 70D
  • Spark Drone
  • Small HD Focus 5

Skills

  • Editing
  • organization
  • Camera Operation
  • Graphic Design
  • Marketing
  • DIT
  • Production Assistant
  • Assistant Camera
  • Hustle