Summary

I'm an Eagle Scout and a photographer with a passion for capturing action, flying drones, and drinking coffee.

Credits

6/18 – 6/18

Camera Operator Class of 2018 Graduation Ceremony

Facebook — Live/Special Event — Columbus East High School Details
6/18 – 6/18

Operate a camera during a live webcast Help strike cameras and video village

3/18 – 5/18

Still Photographer Living Form

WIPB — Film (Short) — Ball State Daily News Details
3/18 – 5/18

I captured BTS photos of the crew and production process on set, as well as photos of the subject of our documentary and of his work to be published in print and digital media accompanying our minidoc.

3/18 – 5/18

Assistant Camera (AC) (Sony FS7) Living Form

WIPB — Film (Short) — Ball State Daily News Details
3/18 – 5/18

I assisted with the operation of a Sony FS7 and the collection of B Roll shots on location.

3/18 – 5/18

Gaffer Living Form

WIPB — Film (Short) — Ball State Daily News Details
3/18 – 5/18

I was in charge of lighting for our interview of Jonathan Becker, the subject of our minidoc, Living Form.

1/18 – 5/18

Assistant Producer Cardinal Cinema: Power of Art - Jim Davis

Film (Short) Details
1/18 – 5/18

Assist the producer in scheduling crew as well as organizing transportation and locations. Also filled the roles of Assistant Camera and Grip as needed, as well as loading the grip truck.

1/18 – 5/18

Assistant Producer The Story of Jim Davis

WIPB — Film (Short) — Ball State University Details
1/18 – 5/18

My primary was to manage the production schedule and logistics to ensure each shoot day was adequately staffed and transportation was accounted for. I also assisted with the camera, lighting, and grip departments on set as needed, including setting up Kino Flo Diva Lights and a Sony F5, Canon C300, and RED Raven. The Story of Jim Davis received three regional Emmy nominations in 2019 for Best Writer (Program), Best Director (Program), and Best Nostalgia Program.

8/17 – 5/18

Videographer

Staff Position — Ball State Daily News Details
8/17 – 5/18

Film newsworthy events and create short, documentary-style packages to be shared online and via social media under tight news deadlines. Take and edit photos of newsworthy events under tight news deadlines. Assist in the production of a documentary.

4/16 – 10/17

Videographer

Staff Position — BSU College of Communication, Information, & Media Details
4/16 – 10/17

Capturing video content of events and editing highlights and recaps for social media as well as filming documentary features on CCIM organizations. I conduct interviews, set up lighting, operate camera, record sound, and edit projects.

Orgs

  • National Eagle Scout Association
  • National Association of Television Arts & Sciences - Lower Great Lakes Chapter

Media

  • Tiptonians Promo

  • Getting Their Bearings

Recos

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Education

Class of '18

Ball State University

Bachelor of the Arts - Digital Video Production
Class of '15

Columbus East High School

Academic Honors Diploma

My Gear

  • GoPro
  • Nikon D40
  • Nikon D7000
  • DSLR Shoulder Rig
  • Sigma 24-70mm f2.8
  • Nikon D300
  • ATR 2035S Lav mic
  • Audio Technica System 10 wireless lav
  • Azden TRS shotgun
  • Fotodiax bi-color LED panel
  • Kevlar helmet w/ GoPro mount
  • Nikon 70-300 f4-5.6
  • Sony XLR shotgun
  • Tascam DR-60D mkii PCM recorder
  • Tokina 28-70mm f2.8-4.5
  • Beauty Dish light kit
  • Nikon Z6 Mirrorless camera
  • ADJ Mega flat pack color LED DMX lights

Skills

  • Photography
  • Video
  • Video Editing
  • Documentary
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Sound
  • Adobe Audition
  • Cinematography
  • Videography
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Lighting
  • Recording
  • Leadership
  • Audio
  • Ableton Live
  • Corporate
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • time lapse
  • Camerawork
  • Grip Work
  • BTS Photography