Gregory Gant

Operated the lead camera for a multi-day ballet performance. Worked in tandem with the A/V crew of the production to secure a clean audio feed for the recording.

A multi-day docu-style video shoot at Friend Select school in Philadelphia. Took the lead on determining the camera and lighting looks for each interview and blocking for the b-roll. I operated the lead camera and oversaw an assistant camera operator who aided throughout the production.

Work with the Director of Photography to capture the necessary scenes and footage for a patient testimonial video. Worked with the production team to setup lighting for interviews and b-roll scenes.

Acted as the primary video shooter capturing a variety of b-roll in and around the Seaport museum for the purpose of creating a library of b-roll for advertising.

Directed and produced the artistic and lighting direction for a series of interviews with doctors about the Merck Manual.

Video and audio coverage of focus groups reviewing products

Coordinated with the off-site international producers from England to plan and execute a one-day video shoot with the CEO of Hiscox Insurance. I was the on-site lead for the project. I was responsible for directing the crew and location managers of where and how to set up and conducting the interview while operating the A-Camera.

Provide video and audio coverage for a live awards event in South Jersey.

Planned and Executed a two camera shoot at the university of Pennsylvania with two professors discussing the uses of Artificial Intelligence for Teachers. The project was filmed with two canon c200s.

I produced and filmed all interviews for the 2023 SJ Mag Media Women of Excellence Awards. I worked with the marketing team to edit the video footage into 3 minute videos which were broadcast live at the event. During the event I worked as the lead videographer capturing the evening and then editing the footage into an after video.

Hired by the Future Vision Foundation to produce an 8-minute documentary on the renowned ocular oncologist, Dr. Carol Shields, I took charge of the entire project's communication, planning, and scripting. Throughout the project's lifecycle, I liaised with the team at Wills Eye Hospital to secure shooting locations, arrange talent bookings, and ensure strict adherence to health and safety protocols for filming in operating rooms. Furthermore, I assumed responsibility for assembling and managing the video production team, overseeing the project's creative direction from its conceptualization, through the production phase, post-production, all the way to its final delivery.

Coordinated with the on-site director to capture various scenes around the museum showcasing the different exhibitions.

Worked with the Director of Photography to film a variety of scenes, interviews and b-roll of for home renovation show.

On-site camera and lighting lead for a 5 day documentary video shoot about the history of Friend Select charter school in Philadelphia, PA. Over the course of the project I worked with the producer to build an equipment package, light all interviews for the project and operate the A-Camera for b-roll around Philadelphia

Planned and executed a two-camera interview video shoot and lighting plan for a patient testimonial for a pharmaceutical company. After the interview, I operated the A-Camera for b-roll footage to pair with the interview.

Operated the A-Camera for multiple ballet performances for the Metropolitan Ballet. I worked with the A/V team to secure and patch a live XLR feed from the board to capture clean sound from the event.

Provided the lighting and grip equipment for an interview for the Leatherman Tool Tales video series. We interviewed a helicopter pilot about how a leatherman might have saved his life.

Work with remote production producers to plan and execute a two-day shoot for the 2023 Zeiss Dental Day. I worked as the on-site video producer. I staffed and managed the video crew over the course of the video shoot.

The Phillips Mushroom video project is a multipart video package that I pitched and sold to Phillips Mushroom. I worked with the client to develop, script and produce a multi day video shoot. The end deliverables for the project was a series of videos showcasing their unique growing process, and mushroom facilities.

Work with the video producer to plan and source all video equipment prior to the shoot. On the day of shooting, I oversaw the lighting plan and execution by our G+E team as well as operating the A camera for b-roll and interviews.

On-site shooter/producer. In charge of scouting locations and working with talent to shoot and produce a segment for the Toyota facility in Newark, NJ.

In charge of the studio lighting setup and camera operations for extra content for Season 14.

Produced by a production company in England, I worked as the shooter/producer on location. I communicated with the client on site to plan shoot days, book crew, reserve equipment and work as the Director of Photography on all of our shoot days. After shoot days I was responsible for assembling rough cuts and sending them to the producer for review via Frame.io.

Operated as the lead on-site contact and producer for a video shoot at the Johnson & Johnson facility.

Work with producer to plan out and execute a two camera interview setup for a natural lighting look.

Director of Photography and Drone Operator for on location interviews and b-roll with first responders. Communicated with the producers to plan and execute camera and lighting setups.

I was hired by the Future Vision Foundation to produce a shoot an 8 minute documentary covering the creation of Gene Therapy by Jean Bennett in Philadelphia, PA. The project consisted of pre-production, two shoot days and the post-production of an 8 minute video.

Work with the client to plan, book crew and equipment for a one day shoot. On set I worked as the Director of Photography for two camera interview setups and b-roll.

Worked with the video producer to book crew and plan/execute a green screen setup for a training series.

Work with the producer and director of photography to plan/execute lighting and camera setups.

Worked as the liaison between the production company and the client. I was responsible for staffing all crew, equipment, planning and executing the lighting setup for the video shoot.

Plan and execute lighting setup for corporate interviews with a series of award winners for the 2022 SJ Magazine Women of Excellence Awards.

Working with the Director of Photography to set up and light for a two-camera setup using Sony Fx6 & a Sony Fx9.

I worked as the lead producer on this project. In association with my client, I wrote, planned, and executed a series of marketing videos to promote the new brand SKN. On set, I worked as the producer and director.

One man band interview with a reporter based in Philadelphia. Responsible for running camera, lights, and audio. The camera feed was sent to a producer in the UK Remotely with a 4k HDMI Capture card so they could watch and conduct the interview in real-time.

I provided all camera, lighting, and audio equipment for an interview with a notable executive starting a new company. I live-streamed the film session over zoom to allow the client to watch remotely.

Worked with the client and producers to plan and execute a two-camera and lighting setup. Operated the A-Camera for the duration of the shoot.

Provided and setup lighting and grip equipment for an interview in Philadelphia.

Operate as the shooter/producer on set. Provided camera, lighting, and grip equipment for an interview. The interview was streamed over Zoom for producers to watch in real time.

Operated camera for a live performance of Balanchine.

In pre-production I worked with producers to select the camera and lighting equipment for the production. On set I managed lighting and camera setups to coincide with the scripts and storyboards.

Provided my own additional lighting, grip, and electric equipment for the production. Assisted the Director of Photography in setting up and lighting different scenes throughout the day.

Follow around the Friday Beers team to capture content for their social media channel with over 1.5 million followers. Film DJ Press Play at Premier nightclub at the Borgata in Atlantic City.

Work with producers and directors to plan and execute lighting designs for season 13 of mystery science theater 3000. Operated camera and managed DIT operations on set for the duration of the production. Worked with producers to film visual effects and models for the show as well.

On-site director of photography and video producer. Light, shoot and conduct interviews with an on-camera talent for corporate video production. Work with the remote video team to capture all necessary video footage for the project.

Operated as the head of the on-site production. Communicated with DiD agency to organize and set up the shoot. I provided all camera, lighting, and grip equipment. The shoot was streamed live over Zoom to allow the agency to watch the feed in real-time.

Light and film a 1-on-1 cooking tutorial with professional chefs in Philadelphia. Video is live-streamed to Amex black card members who paid for an intimate cooking class with some of the top chefs in the country.

One-man-band shooter/producer. Go to the homes of sales reps all over the East Coast. Setup a mobile studio in their home where the producers are able to direct the talent's lines to the camera via Zoom.

Work with SJ Magazine to shoot, produce and edit a series of interviews for their annual Women of Excellence Awards. The project consisted of 6 honoree videos which will be aired live at the Women of Excellence Awards event in September of 2021 as well as on social media.

Filmed 2 days of interviews with film director M Night Shyamalan for his new film old. Journalists and movie critics interviewed Night through a wireless zoom feed through the teleprompter.

Worked with remote video producers to frame, light and shoot an interview for their new documentary "Conversion". In addition to traditional film setups I also setup a live stream so producers could watch the interview with talent live through Zoom.

Work with client to plan, script, shoot and edit a 20 video training course on the intricacies of advanced color lashing for professional lash artists.

One-man band for a remote video interview over Zoom. Went to the talent's home and set up a 3 point lighting setup, audio, and 4k camera setup which streamed over Zoom for Samantha Bee to interview the talent remotely.

On-site shooter and producer. Responsible for setting up lighting and camera setups. Directed talent through the cooking of a dish for the NYT Cooking Youtube Channel.

Sizzle Reel for an upcoming crime documentary. Worked with the producer to set up interview setups to match the examples provided and film interviews with a variety of talent involved in the story.

Responsible for setting up a camera and live stream for producers to remotely interview talent. In addition operated as shooter/producer in setting up and filming b-roll scenes in locations such as The Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, and other notable monuments on the East Coast.

Responsible for setting, lighting and filming of a live stream interview setup on green screen.

Developed a video proposal for the client based on the requirements reviewed in the initial sales call. After the proposal was agreed upon I worked with the client to script and produce a video strategy that fit their marketing goals and budget. The package resulted in a 3-day video shoot with a six-person crew. I then edited the raw footage into five deliverables for the client which are currently in use in their marketing.

Worked under the Director of Photography to plan and execute lighting plans for three camera interviews and b-roll.

Covered the protests and riots during the 2020 Presidential election in Philadelphia, PA. Worked with producers to collect the b-roll necessary for their news story.

Responsible for coordinating with the crew to setup interview setups and conduct interviews with high profile executives.

Worked with the director of photography and the producer to light Subaru vehicles for a variety of instructional videos on how the Subaru vehicles operate.

Multiple shoot days capturing sermons and prayers for the Jewish Temple Rodelph Shalom in Philadelphia PA.

Freelance video producer and consultant for Fun & Function. Work with the head of branding to develop and produce video strategies for the organization. Work includes training staff on how to shoot and edit, produce video ads, social media content and develop video strategies.

Freelance Director of Photography for internal and external marketing videos for Merck Pharmaceuticals. Tasks include working with high profile members from Merck for interviews, green screens, and shooting b-roll footage of secure Merck vaccine facilities which is distributed nationally for news coverage.

Responsible for lighting and shooting high profile interviews and shooting any accompanying b-roll after the interviews.

DP for 10 interviews with honorees for their upcoming live event. I then edited the videos down to 2-3 minutes for them to be played at the event. In addition I covered the live event in February 2020 and created various social media cut downs for them to use when marketing the organization online.

Freelance DP/Camera Operator for In-home interviews and focus groups

Light and film a live webcast for a pharmaceutical brand.

Record pitches from businesses looking for investment for venture capitalists in New York. The footage was then edited with their slide decks for distribution.

Director of Photography for various interviews and b-roll footage for a documentary about firefighting for the Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Live event coverage for the 5k & 10k race in Philadelphia PA

Using footage from Power Plant Live! I cut together a promotional video to promote their upcoming concert series for Fall 2019.

DP for the reality pilot. I was responsible for lighting and worked as the A-camera for all scenes and interviews.

Go to restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia to film food related content for social media. It was my responsibility to light and shoot interviews with the owners of the restaurant. I documented how their signature dishes were made and captured beauty shots of the completed dishes.

Responsible for lighting and shooting interviews with the 10 different honorees for the SJ Women of Excellence Awards 2019. The footage was then cut into 1-3 minute videos that aired at the event. On the day of the event, I worked as a live event operator capturing footage for a promotional video to be used after the event.

Produced and edited a series of videos for audio/vision company, DFX Soundvision. The project included 4 shoot days with a 3-4 person crew. The final deliverables were a series of detailed product videos and customer testimonials.

In charge of lighting and shooting all interviews and b-roll in the dentist's office.

Responsible for lighting, operating the A-camera and procuring a feed from the sound mixer for a live event in the Rittenhouse hotel for venture capitalists.

Worked with the Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia to shoot a variety of interviews with past patients and volunteers in Philadelphia. I then cut the interviews into a promotional video for Bikkur Cholim to use at their annual fundraising event.

Responsible for lighting and operating as the A-camera for a live event at a Philadelphia school for Vh1 Save the Music with Wycleaf Jean.

Recut old video footage into new adverts to be used online. Five different :30 ads created.

Live camera operator for performances by the Pennsylvania Ballet

Conduct and shoot interviews with the seven different honorees for the SJ Magazine Women of Excellence Awards. These interviews act as speeches during the live event. In addition I covered the event using a Canon C200 and DJI Osmo+ for digital marketing content for SJ Magazine.

Shoot and produce pre-roll interviews with all nominees before the event to be played live during the event. During the event I covered the action taking place to create digital marketing videos to promote future events.

Interview and scene work using Sony Pmw-300 and Canon 5d

Shoot interviews with staff and b-roll using a Canon C100, Sony A7s, sliders, Ronin's, and a jib.

Work as a one man band to capture B-roll footage in the New Jersey area for an upcoming episode.

Setup and shoot 2 camera interviews with host and 1-2 guests. After interviews collect necessary b-roll to complete the segment.

Camera Operator for GFL's sports show that airs on Comcast Sportsnet. Events such as: MMA, Boxing, etc.

Produce, Shoot and Edit a 90 sec promotional video for vendors at the convention.

Worked with Solve Advertising to produce a series of interviews with customers of Presidente cheese. It was my responsibility to Light, Shoot & Direct interviews with customers. I then edited the footage and delivered the final product to Solve Advertising.

Work with client to produce and direct online video content to promote their brand. "Bring Your Kids to Work Day" - https://chocolatebarstudios.wistia.com/medias/x65ft6tt9y "2015 User Conference" - https://chocolatebarstudios.wistia.com/medias/smjdjgltqi "Deacom Customer Testimonials" - https://chocolatebarstudios.wistia.com/medias/ychboanf5n

Film live performances at Firefly Music Festival.

Operate wireless camera for live sporting events as well as setup and breakdown for each production.

Assist A-Cam/C-300 in all aspects throughout the shoot in addition to shooting B-roll on a 5dMk3

Cover the Ikea promotional event in Philadelphia at the "Screening Under the Stars" at Penns Landing.

Worked with client to produce and direct a promotional video for their website. My duties included: Script Writing, Storyboarding, Staffing up the Shoot & Editing.

Assistant Camera & DIT for Children's Tumore Foundation for Ending NF Conference in Washington D.C. in June 2014.

Live camera op for Collegiate Rugby 7s Championship at PPL Park in Philadelphia.

Video received over 1,100,000 views in less than two months. Watch it here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lErtjguuvSw

Directed/Produced spec commercial to promote Bud Light's new Cool Twist Bottles. Watch the spec here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRr1S18Cs90

Shot pickup interviews with contestants about their experiences on the show after the show.

Shooter/Producer for College Mansion events and promos.

Shoot and Produce opening montage and setup of the cooking location with a Sony Ex-3 and multiple GoPros.

Meet with interviewees at locations and setup a green screen. Light green screen to ensure professional results. Interview candidates while running camera. Footage was used internally at Penn Mutual.

Camera Operator on set as well as capture artistic and creative slow motion shots with the Sony FS-700

Work as Camera Operator with a Sony Ex-3 for multiple episodes of "Buying a Dream" in addition to helping light each set.

Camera Operator for a new sizzle reel featuring April Margera, mother of Bam Margera in a cooking/diy home show.

Operate B-Camera on set. Coordinate with A-Cam/Shooter-Producer to plan scenes and handle paperwork.

Camera Operator with a Sony EX-3. Shoot in 2 camera setup on big shoot days and operate as a shooter/producer on pick up shoot days.

Work with Director of Development on new show concepts. Jobs include: writing/editing pitches, planning sizzle shoots(crewing, gear, call sheets, etc), shoot/edit casting tapes, and camera op on sizzle shoots

Work with Nancy Glass & Director of Development on television development projects for national networks. Office Tasks Include: Write pitches/scripts, coordinate shoots, fat cut raw footage. When in the field: Field Producer or Camera Operator. Shoot with Sony EX-1, Sony EX-3, Sony FS700 & DSLRs. Edit projects on Avid Media Composer.

Assist shooter/producer on set with paperwork and shoot B-camera when necessary.

Writer/Shooter/Producer for how-to videos for About.com.

Assist producers and camera operators to ensure the shoot went without a hitch.

Run audio out of a 4 channel mixer while in the field. In charge of mic'ing guests and key speakers.

Coordinate between TD's and Camera Operators. Crowd control and mic'ing up guests.

Assist producers and crew throughout an entire episode of Toddler and Tiaras.