Summary

Experienced freelance camera operator, cinematographer, and sound mixer located in the Southeastern United States. Also experienced in producing, editing and post sound via my production company, Willing to travel and enjoy working with great people!

Credits

12/22 – Current

Camera Operator (Sony PMW 350, Sony FX6, filmed on location ) Alabama STEM Explorers

Alabama Public Television — TV — Mike Ousley Productions Details
12/22 – Current

Camera operator on 3 camera shoot. Also provide gaffer/grip/audio support.

9/22 – Current

Camera Operator (Sony PMW 350, Sony FX6) Alabama Gospel Roots (Seasons 4+)

Alabama Public Television — TV — Mike Ousley Productions Details
9/22 – Current

Camera Operator, record live musical performances and interviews on a 3 camera setup. multiple seasons

4/22 – 12/22

Director of Photography (DP) (Black Magic Cinema Camera Pocket 6K) Books Read in the Sheepshed

Post Production then YouTube — Digital — Sheepshed Entertainment Details
4/22 – 12/22

DP and camera operator, gaffer, grip. Small team. Post production editor for one episode.

8/22 – 9/22

Director of Photography (DP) (Black Magic Cinema Camera Pocket 6K) The Narrative

Festivals / YouTube — Film (Short) — Excelsior Studios Details
8/22 – 9/22

Director of Photography, A camera, gaffer, grip, colorist. Small team.

7/22 – 8/22

Director of Photography (DP) (Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K) Master of Restoration

In Post-Production — Film (Short) — Hedgehog Hallelujah Details
7/22 – 8/22

DP, Cam Op, Gaffer, Grip. Small team production.

5/22 – 5/22

Producer/Shooter (Video Tour Real Estate) Cooley-Chapman Real Estate / Video Tour

Social Media — Corporate — Byrd's Loft Films Details
5/22 – 5/22

Produced real estate video tour. Planned, shot and edited video for real estate company.

4/22 – 4/22

Director of Photography (DP) (Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6k) Stake-Out

Huntsville 72 Hour Film. Festival — Film (Short) — Team Excelsior (Excelsior Studios) Details
4/22 – 4/22

DP, camera operator - give direction on set dressing and lighting. Perform shot selection working with director. Film it.

4/22 – 4/22

Director of Photography (DP) (BMPCC6K) Oops! Wrong Door

in post production / for festivals — Film (Short) — Tennessee Valley Christian Filmmakers Details
4/22 – 4/22

Small crew - DP/Camera Operator/Gimbal Operator (Ronin RS2)

Orgs

  • Professional Photographers of America

Recos

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Katherine Johnson
Camera Operator
Working with Mike is always a pleasure. He is punctual, prepared, and a top notch team player. His composition as a camera operator never disappoints. ...MORE...
Mike Byrd is extremely professional, a team player, and a pleasure to work with. He is an asset to any film production seeking a DP, cinematographer, or grip. Highly recommend! ...MORE...

My Gear

  • Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
  • Ronin RS-2
  • Zoom F8n Pro MultiTrack Field Recorder
  • Rode Wireless GO II Set
  • Saramonic Shotgun / Boom
  • Aputure/Amaran Lights

Skills

  • Producing
  • Editing
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Camera
  • Cinematography
  • Lighting
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe After Effects
  • vegas pro
  • Sound mixing