Summary

I'm an independent film director and cinematographer committed to unwavering, empathetic visuals, challenging reality and creating thought provoking conversations.

Credits

2/22 – 4/22

Editor (Davinci Resolve) Until All Are Seen Documentary

YouTube — Film (Short) — Hope Booth Details
2/22 – 4/22

As Editor, I was tasked with sourcing all footage captured, reviewing interview segments and b-roll, categorizing footage by day/city we visited and building out rough cuts to put it together into a cohesive story.

2/22 – 4/22

Director Until All Are Seen Documentary

YouTube — Film (Short) — Hope Booth Details
2/22 – 4/22

As Director, it was my duty to begin shaping the story in pre-production through reviewing older content, researching the client's background, etc. I helped develop the overall storyline for the documentary, as well as oversee the filming of side-plots, interviews and b-roll. This project spanned the 6 weeks, traveling from coast to coast setting up a social experiment in multiple cities, capturing people's interactions and testimonials.

2/22 – 4/22

Cinematographer (Lead) Until All Are Seen Documentary

YouTube — Film (Short) — Hope Booth Details
2/22 – 4/22

As Lead Cinematographer, it was my duty to capture the overall storyline for the documentary, as well as oversee the filming of side-plots, interviews and b-roll. This project spanned the 6 weeks, traveling from coast to coast setting up a social experiment in multiple cities, capturing people's interactions and testimonials. I was also tasked to edit the documentary, sourcing all footage captured and putting it together in a cohesive story.

12/20 – 12/21

Editor (Davinci Resolve)

Staff Position — Desi Banks Productions Details
12/20 – 12/21

I work closely with actor/comedian Desi Banks in editing day to day documentary content covering his comedy shows, hosting events, film productions and more, in addition to filming scripted skits and producing his bi-weekly “How It Goes Down” podcast.

12/20 – 12/21

Cinematographer (Lead)

Staff Position — Desi Banks Productions Details
12/20 – 12/21

I work closely with actor/comedian Desi Banks in producing day to day documentary content covering his comedy shows, hosting events, film productions and more, in addition to filming scripted skits and producing his bi-weekly “How It Goes Down” podcast.

11/21 – 11/21

Cinematographer At The Crib Fest

YouTube — Live/Special Event Details
11/21 – 11/21

Consulting with Director and Producer on storyboard and shot list. Setting up and lighting subject for talking head pieces. File management and logging footage.

7/21 – 7/21

Cinematographer At The Crib Fest

YouTube — Live/Special Event Details
7/21 – 7/21

Consulting with Director and Producer on storyboard and shot list. Setting up and lighting subject for talking head pieces. File management and logging footage.

5/21 – 6/21

Production Assistant Secrets, Lies & Private Eyes (Season 1)

Discovery+ — TV — October Films Details
5/21 – 6/21

Coordinating with Director and producer on shoot locations and camera assistance.

Media

  • 2020 Director | Cinematographer Reel

  • Katherine Dunham and the Dances of the African Diaspora Changing Lives | KQED Arts

Recos

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Education

Class of '11

Full Sail University

Bachelors of Science

My Gear

  • Blackmagic Production Camera 4K
  • Zhiyun Crane 2 Gimbal
  • Sigma 18-35mm
  • Canon FD 28mm
  • Lumix 14-42mm
  • Canon FD 100mm
  • Canon FD 70-210mm

Skills

  • Video Production
  • Directing
  • Photography
  • Video Editing
  • Camera Operation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
  • Organizational skills