Summary

I am an LA-based DP, who is also a skilled Camera Operator. I have worked with Red, Alexa, Sony, Canon, Blackmagic, and Panasonic cameras. I strive for collaboration and excellence in my work. I also hold a part 107 Remote Pilot's License and fly drones.

Credits

3/24 – 4/24

Director of Photography (DP) (Alexa LF) Love the Skin You're In

Film (Feature-length)
3/24 – 4/24
2/23 – 2/23

Director of Photography (DP) (Canon C300 mkii) African American Film Critics Association Awards

Variety — TV Details
2/23 – 2/23

I film several interviews to be included with the larger package of the award show.

6/22 – 6/22

Cinematographer Unmuted

Corporate — Without Exception Films Details
6/22 – 6/22

I collaborated with the director to find shots that would best tell the story of this documentary. Mostly handheld shots and interviews were used during the production.

8/18 – 1/19

Director of Photography (DP) (Canon C300) This Is LA (Season 2)

YouTube — TV — Circle 8 Productions Details
8/18 – 1/19

I shoot multiple segments for this life style reality show which airs on CBS.

12/18 – 12/18

Camera Operator (Sony FS7) Ugly Christmas Sweater

EllenTube — Digital — Ellen Digital Network Details
12/18 – 12/18

Camera Operator on sound stage for segment show for the Ugly Christmas Sweater and Children's Toy reviews.

12/18 – 12/18

Camera Operator (Sony FS7) Cats on Glass

EllenTube — Digital — Ellen Digital Network
12/18 – 12/18
10/18 – 12/18

Director of Photography (DP) (Canon C300 mk ii) Shattered Lenses

Film (Short) Details
10/18 – 12/18

I created the artistic vision for the film according to the director's wishes.

9/18 – 9/18

Assistant Camera (AC) Stand Up To Cancer

ABC — Live/Special Event — RDM Productions Details
9/18 – 9/18

I step up cameras on hydraulic pedestals and helped run cables back to control room for live stream portion of the event.

Unions

  • IATSE Local 600 International Cinematographers Guild (ICG)

Orgs

  • Society of camera operators
  • Women in Media
  • Licensed Remote Drone Pilot FAA.

Media

Recos

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Education

Class of '13

Chapman University-Orange,CA

M.F.A. Film Production/Cinematography
Class of '05

Otterbein College-Westerville, OH

B.A. Theatre/Stage Production

My Gear

  • Tripod
  • Canon C300
  • DJI Phantom 4
  • monitor
  • Nikon D7000
  • Hand Held Rig
  • Camera Lenses
  • External Sound Recorder

Skills

  • Final Cut Pro
  • Canon C300
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Colorist
  • Red Epic
  • Sony F55
  • Red One
  • Sony F5
  • Sony FS100
  • Panasonic HVX
  • Panasonic AF100
  • Digital Image Technician
  • Panavision Genesis
  • Sony F7
  • Davinic Resolve
  • Arria Alexa
  • Avid Media Commposer
  • Canon Series 5D 7D C300
  • Film 16
  • Film 35
  • Nikon Series
  • Remote License Pilot
  • Sony F3 F55 F65