Summary

I am a DC born and raised camera operator. I am based in Los Angeles shooting TV (reality, sports, wildlife etc.), music videos, branded content and documentaries. I will travel or work locally. Contact: kristopherslens@gmail.com

Credits

7/20 – 7/20

Director of Photography (DP) (FujiFIlm X Series) MGX Creative LLC

FujiFilm — Advertising Details
7/20 – 7/20

Created 2 documentary style commercials of Fujifilm X creator’s using Fujifilm’s new 50mm f/1.0 lens set to release in August. Directing and composing shots for interviews and use of the new product on location. Operating Fujifilm X series cameras. Assembling and preparing Fujifilm X series camera’s for commercial use. Safely and efficiently replacing lenses, filters, and media in Desert setting. Setting up stands, monitors, and lighting in Desert setting.

9/19 – 9/19

Camera Operator (C300 Mark II) Retake (Pilot)

Paramount Network — TV — Viacom Details
9/19 – 9/19

I was third camera. My top priority was capturing B-Roll, intimate moments between all staff and creative angles of scenes being captured by camera 1 and 2.

9/19 – 9/19

Assistant Camera (AC) (Arri Amira) Retake (Pilot)

Paramount Network — TV — Viacom Details
9/19 – 9/19

Prepared for every day to be different from the last and approached each day with flexibility. Assisted production executives as required, including running errands. Safely and efficiently replacing lenses, filters, and media. Setting up stands, monitors, and lighting. Third Camera Operator (Canon C300 Mark II) with documentary team for Paramount Network’s TV Pilot. DIT (Digital Imaging Technician) for Documentary team. Assembling and preparing ARRI ALEXA for use. Act as a runner distributing messages and items within film crew and cast.

5/19 – 5/19

Director La Hara - Unlawful

Slash Management — Music Video — Slash Management Details
5/19 – 5/19

I directed this music video for Slash Management's Hip-Hop and R&B artist La Hara. We used a RED Gemini S35 Cine Camera for this shoot. Also, I edited the music video on FCPX and colored it in Davinci.

4/19 – 4/19

Director La Hara - Mindful

Slash Management — Music Video — Slash Management Details
4/19 – 4/19

I directed this music video for Slash Management's Hip-Hop and R&B artist La Hara. We used a RED Gemini S35 Cine Camera for this shoot. Also, I edited the music video on FCPX and colored it in Davinci.

2/18 – 2/19

Director of Photography (DP) (Sony Alpha Series)

Advertising — The Table Initiative Details
2/18 – 2/19

Provided many photography and videography services for international non-profits and local businesses for them to use as assets to fundraise or keep their online presence. Use of strobe, continuous lighting, and audio equipment. Traveling throughout the continent of Africa and the Middle East (Ethiopia, Uganda, Jordan and more). Advanced use of Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolver and Final Cut Pro to edit video content. Advanced use of Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, to create graphics, and to enhance photos for The Table Initiatives Instagram (@thetableinitiative), the international non-profits websites and social media accounts. Use of shoulder rig, tripod, glide cam stabilizer, and DJI Ronin stabilizer for guerrilla style shooting. Operation of Mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Maintaining partnerships with non-profits throughout the continent of Africa and the Middle East. Conducting interviews for non-profits.

2/15 – 4/17

Camera Operator (Panasonic) George Mason University Men's Basketball

ESPN — TV Details
2/15 – 4/17

I was senior camera operator for George Mason's Athletics department. I filmed the A10 Division basketball games as replay camera.

Media

  • PROJECT PEAK: Giulio Meliani x XF50mmF1.0 R WR Making of "Let there be art" / FUJIFILM

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Education

Class of '19

George Mason University

Film and Video

Skills

  • Producing
  • Video Production
  • Directing
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Photography
  • Social Media
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Camera Operating
  • Lighting
  • RED
  • Google Drive
  • grip
  • GoPro
  • DIT
  • Canon
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Sony
  • Assistant Camera
  • DJI Ronin
  • Gimbal
  • Set Building