Aaron Martinenko

Camera operated, AC, and DIT for a home makeover show in Houston, TX. Completed a whole season and provided most of the gear. Additionally, managed all media with ShotPut Pro.

I shot interviews and B-Roll for a micro-doc on a Jewish community service group in the area.

Camera Operated on a home renovation show with a cinematic look in a farm in rural Iowa. Additionally managed all media with ShotPut Pro.

Camera Operated on car makeover reality show while also shouldering producing for large portions. Conducting OTF interviews, coordinating with the talents, and producing on the day. A few specific setups but largely utilizing natural light and good framing while reacting quickly.

Gimbal Operated on a TV spot for a Health Care company. Various locations including bridges, ice rinks, diners, etc.

Was DP for a couple different shoots for Bleacher Report for the MLS All Star Game. Did several interviews and Broll with various pro athletes.

Camera operated on a home makeover show in Stillwater, MN

Camera operated on a few shoots for the National Shooting Sports Foundation as a PSA for the Pittman Robinson Fund. Mostly docu-reality style with interviews and Broll.

Camera operated on some branded content for Ruger Firearms in a few of their factories

I was AC and second camera operator on a Swedish traveling documentary show centered on educating the audience about the brain. We traveled all around the country and captured interviews and Broll.

I was AC on a shock doc for Discovery+ centered on a plane crash in the 70s. There was a supernatural vibe to it. I kept track of 3 cameras and some GoPros while doing DIT and assisting with lighting.

Assisted on an interview with Iggy Pop in Miami for an award he won with the Swedish Music Awards

I was AC on a documentary shot in Europe centered around Patricia Highsmith. My duties included keeping track of all gear, setting up camera and lights, and assisting the DP with crafting the look of the doc.

I was AC on a documentary shot in Europe centered around one of the creators of Dungeons and Dragons. My duties included keeping track of all gear, setting up camera and lights, and assisting the DP with crafting the look of the doc.

I was the second camera operator on this Swedish Documentary TV show centered around American Extremism. A small crew traveling around the US and documenting many things. Additionally, I handled all media backups and logging of footage for the run of show.

I was AC for a several episode documentary surrounding a Swedish serial killer in Florida. I was in charge of both ACing and shooting second camera. It was a grueling shoot in and around the everglades and with limited crew it was essential to get the job done with any means necessary.

I was a co-DP for a corporate shoot in NYC. Many interviews in difficult office settings.

I was the sole camera operator for a dance recital. I ensured all action was correctly captured, in frame, in focus, and maintained proper exposure. I also assisted with video sales.

I was Assistant Camera for a small docu-reality shoot for Swedish Television following the environmental impact of fishing in the Everglades, FL. I helped the DP with lighting, rigging, and everything involved in the shooting of the interview and broll days.

I was a camera operator for a travel story about the Pittman-Robinson Fund. We shot in Firearm manufacturing plants, and live gun ranges. I ensured proper coverage, assisted the AC with managing gear, and lent my creative eye to make for good content.

I DP'd a interview/broll shoot for a biotech company looking to generate interest in a clinical trial for celiac medication. I crafted every part of the look and lighting of both interview and broll.

I was lead AC on a RED/Movi Pro rig pulling focus and keeping everything on and ready for a fast paced TV spot for a casino.

I was a second camera operator for a branded content shoot for a bio-tech company. I assisted in lighting and setting up an interview and maintained exposure and focus throughout the shoot.

As AC on this shoot, I was tasked with maintaining all gear for the rugged spot for an outdoor company. I kept all cameras powered up (Fs7 on Easy Rig, A7siii on Movi Pro, DJI Inspire 2) and media fresh and also pulled focus on the gimbal setup. This was difficult conditions shooting outdoors in remote Arkansas, trekking with hip waders in flooded timber, unable to set anything down. I successfully kept all gear in working order.

I was the gimbal operator for an experimental short shooting with the Komodo/Ronin 2/Ready Rig Vega setup. It was following a figure skater dancing on ice. I was tracking her while on ice myself.

I was an AC/Video Tech for the prop cameras used to shoot this scripted series for Fox. My duties included building cameras for the production, building the functioning prop video village, and managing the gear.

As AC, I managed gear, kept up with batteries and media, and pulled focus on an EasyRig/Gimbal setup.

I orchestrated all film aspects of a promotional piece for a Jewish Special Needs Organization. Content included interviews, Broll, and gimbal shots.

I was the First AC on a shoot for 4 ads in a campaign for Wahl Clippers. I pulled focus, collaborated with the DP on camera placement and lens choice, delegated to my second, maintained gear and was in close contact with the DIT.

I ingested footage for an Arri Alexa Mini documentary shoot. I was in charge of backing all footage up and reviewing the footage with the DP to ensure everything was properly exposed. I also collected and distributed frame grabs for the director and DP.

I was the gimbal operator on a Ronin 2 with Ready Rig. I also was the gaffer and general assistance.

I was AC on a corporate shoot for Franklin Electric advertising their new products for the year. I pulled focus and built the remote head.

I was AC for a week long shoot shooting many political ads with candidates in Wisconsin. I pulled focus, and maintained the camera gear on a very run and gun shoot.

I was the Assistant Camera for 4 Kwik Trip Spots. I pulled focus, managed the camera gear, setup video village monitors, and assisted the DP with whatever was needed.

I traveled to several locations around the country with a very small crew (DP and myself) due to the pandemic situation. I helped set up lights, audio, and remote feed for the producers for interviews and b-roll. I built camera, managed all media, kept everything running smoothly.

I traveled to El Paso with a very small crew (DP and myself) due to the pandemic situation. I helped set up lights, audio, and remote feed for the producers for interviews and b-roll. I built camera, managed all media, kept everything running smoothly.

I was the second camera, assistant camera, and DIT for a Swedish Emmy nominated documentary series traveling all around the United States. I was in charge of handling all gear, keeping the production rolling from a technical perspective.

I was a camera operator on a shoot for Yeti in Austin, TX for their new product lineup for 2020.

I was the sole assistant camera for a 3 camera documentary series shooting in Nashville for Swedish television. I made sure every aspect of the gear and cameras was taken care of.

I was the assistant camera, second camera (Canon C300), and DIT for a documentary series with Peter Stormare.

I handled all tasks of the assistant camera for a commercial for Volvo semi-trucks. I built camera, handled all battery/lens/media changes, did all DIT work, assisted with lighting, etc.

I was the sole AC for a 2 camera production as well as handling all media management responsibilities.

I was the second camera, AC, and DIT for a documentary miniseries shooting all around the US. I handled all gear, juggled both shooting second camera and all AC duties while also backing up all footage.

I shot a interview for Northwestern Mutual. I handled all aspects of the shoot day: lighting, shooting, audio, etc.

I AC'd on a commercial shoot for the Wall Street Journal doing a piece on UPS, focusing on a bath bomb company. I handled and managed all camera and lighting equipment for a interview/b-roll type shoot.

I assisted the DP with setting up 2 Sony FS7s and a Canon 5d mk iv. I handled all duties of the AC, being solo.

I was the solo AC for a commercial shoot for Lands End and FedEx. I pulled focus, handled all equipment in camera department, and even was DIT.

I was the solo AC for 2 Sony F55s and 1 A7sii rigged Movi. I built camera, managed media/batteries/gear and assisted the DP on lighting an interview/B-roll shoot for a Netflix documentary.

I shot an interview/B-roll video for a non-profit focusing on a new donation center. All aspects of filming and audio were my responsibilities.

I shot every species of crane on green screen in their outdoor enclosures for use in a website video for the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, WI.

Operated shoulder mount for a full 12 hour reality TV day shooting Bridezillas.

I was A-Unit 1st AC. My duties included managing the A-Cam equipment, pulling focus, setting up video monitor, swapping batteries, etc. for a scripted show.

Was the gaffer/lead grip for a small budget feature about the life of forgotten baseball legend John Donaldson. Also handled some camera support responsibilities.

Shot a piece for the Special Olympics of Wisconsin with Geronimo Allison of the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. I handled all camera responsibilities.

Was second AC for a two camera Alexa Mini shoot for Courtyard Marriott and NFL story ad. Also handled all DIT work.

I designed the lighting plan with direction from the DP in both interview and B-Roll capture.

I assisted the DP with a C300 mkii and Easy-Rig setup, handled mounting and maintaining car rig cameras (Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera, GoPro), and handled all DIT work.

I shot second camera on food based reality show. Getting B-Roll in real time and high speed, exteriors, and cross shooting customer interactions. Additionally, setting up time-lapse with Osmo Plus and GoPro shots.

I performed all AC duties for a food based reality show. Swapping lenses, batteries, assisting in lighting, etc. Also handled all media management with Shotput Pro.

I was a camera operator for a big rig race. I was responsible for live sports capture, as well as interviews with the on-track talent. This was live-streamed as well as recorded for later on-demand viewing.

I was AC on corporate advertising spot for insurance company. Handled setup of MoVI, operated MoVI, charging batteries, changing lenses, slating, etc. As well as DIT media management duties.

I shot second camera on documentary involving both interview setups and follow/reality situations.

I captured interviews and documented scientific experiments for use on the JoVE online video science journal platform.

I was a camera operator for a docu-style series of spots focusing on an artist client of a financial institution. Footage captured included formal interviews, impromptu interviews, and B-Roll.

I assisted in all set up of lights and camera. Held assistant camera duties as well as gaffer.

I assisted camera for two Sony Fs7's and a Canon C300. My duties included keeping all batteries charged, swapping lenses, general assisting duties, as well as filling a DIT role in managing all of the media, and shooting stills for Travel Channel promotional use.

I assisted the DP with a C300 mkii and Easy-Rig setup, handled mounting and maintaining car rig cameras (Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera, GoPro), shot B-Cam footage (Canon C300), and handled all DIT work.

Captured all content for a dance show, and helped with sales of the videos.

I assisted with the Amira: changing lenses, batteries, pulling focus, switching between jib and dolly, etc. Also was a grip swing, setting up and placing lights.

I assisted the DP with a C300 mkii and Easy-Rig setup, handled mounting and maintaining car rig cameras (Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera, GoPro), and handled all DIT work.

I built, managed and maintained gear, pulled focus, and changed lenses on a MoVI Pro rig while shooting several new bike videos for Trek in the French Riviera.

In addition to AC and DIT duties, I also camera operated.

I captured interviews and documented scientific experiments for use on the JoVE online video science journal platform.

I handled both grip and AC duties on a multi-day shoot for a hospital in Wisconsin.

I shot second camera during interviews and was AC/grip for the duration of the production.

I operated camera for a live national dance competition. There were new dancers on the stage every 4 minutes, which required unyielding focus.

I shot interviews and B-roll, handling all lighting and camera responsibilities.

I primarily gripped the production, but also handled AC duties for an Arri Amira.

I operated camera in a run and gun style shoot as well as setting up time lapses.

I assisted camera for two Sony Fs7's and a Canon C300. My duties included keeping all batteries charged, swapping lenses, general assisting duties, as well as filling a DIT role in managing all of the media, and shooting stills for Travel Channel promotional use.

I was 1 of 4 Camera Operators shooting promotional material for THE GREATEST SHOWMAN. My duties included finding compelling and beautiful shots.

I assisted camera and filled a DIT role. Swapping lenses, keeping a remote video village up and running, ensuring both cameras had constant battery power, and maintaining all equipment in the cold northern Wisconsin weather.

As 2nd AC, I slated every take, marked actors blocking movements, assisted with lens swapping, ensured the camera was always up and had plenty of battery power, and maintained video village.

I shot interview and B-Roll for a Jewish Special Needs Group, Shaarim. I chose lenses and backgrounds, lit the scene, setup and monitored audio, operated gimbal for B-Roll, and delivered the files.

As the camera assistant on a shoot for a hotel and resort, I collaborated with the DP on camera placement and lens choice, pulled focus, and maintained the camera and other equipment.

Formerly ProVideo & Film, I was a staff shooter at M34. My responsibilities included Director of Photography, Camera Operator, and Assistant Camera depending on the shoot. While not on set, I would maintain all production gear, as well as a large studio space.

I was the B-Cam operator for two healthcare spots shot concurrently. I assisted the DP on shot selection and lighting decisions while performing all operation for second camera.

Shot for a Media Day promotional material for CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE with Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart. My responsibilities included coordinating with the DP on lighting and camera placement and operating a camera on 4 different sets set up throughout a studio.

As the director of photography for an animal supply retailer, I created a shot list, determined a visual style, directed the lighting crew, and made all camera and lensing decisions.

I operated the Flex for a slow motion healthcare spot using the Easy-Rig, while also shouldering assistant camera duties and collaborating with the DP on camera movement.

I was second AC on camera one (Red Epic): slating each take, keeping up with batteries, etc. I was first AC on camera two (Red Scarlett): swap lenses, pull focus, etc. The shoot was for a TV spot for University of Wisconsin Hospital's new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

I operated camera and made decisions regarding what to shoot: angles, aperture, ISO, etc. It was generally with available light.

I performed all assistant camera duties including lens switching, focus pulling, staying on top of batteries, etc.

I assisted the production manager with various duties: handling walkies, organizing the crew, etc. While I was not performing PA duties, I was a second AC where I slated each take and helped the AC swap lenses and keep up with batteries and the like.

I operated the second camera to capture the CU shots of interviews and B-Roll for a product video of Identifix systems.

This was an extended term position. I assisted the director in anything that needed to be done. Logging footage, editing short scenes, moving equipment, assisting with the capture of interviews, organizing documents and footage, etc.

I assisted the camera operator with anything and everything. The project was a video for the Visitors Bureau of Madison and was therefore mainly B-Roll. I operated the remote slider, swapped out lenses, and carried equipment.

I did any task the senior grips gave to me, these included blacking out windows, loading and moving equipment, rigging up stands with a number of different lights, setting up bounces, helping level dolly track, etc.

I designed the stylistic approach of the film, coordinating with the director, and storyboarded all of the needed shots. While on set I designed the lighting schemes and directed the camera and electrical departments.

I was Associate Producer during pre-production, helping scout locations, distributing release forms, and managing press release contacts. During production, I was Key PA. I drove talent and crew in a passenger van, ran miscellaneous errands, managed the tasks of the other PAs while on set, and gripped when needed.

I coordinated with the gaffer to determine light placement and intensity and I designed multiple gripping rigs, ensuring safety procedures were followed and the desired effect was produced.

I was involved in all aspects of production, from pre-production all the way through post. I came up with the stylistic approach and coordinated with the DP to achieve it, I worked with the actors while on set. In post production I was heavily involved in the editing process.