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Experienced video Director /DP /producer, and Editor , photographer and Drone Operator with FAA Part 107 license and insurance . Team player, skilled at pre-visualization and working with variety of clients to create storyboards and help conceptualize ideas tailored to their needs and messaging. Work with commercials, branded content, Documentaries and corporate videos - internal and external, I am adept at taking a project from initial concept all the way through to final deliverables. In addition I film 360 VR videos, do live streaming, and have done lots of aerial filming all around the world. I have done extensive work with animators and graphic designers and have experience with green screen filming and lighting. In addition I have extensive studio experience in both still and video productions. I have contacts at numerous companies and am great at pitching and bringing in new business. I edit on Premiere and After Effects and have several drones including the Inspire and Mavic 3 Pro.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Full-Service Live Production
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• TV News Producer
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Event Photographer
• Corporate Videographer
• VR / AR
• Production Assistant
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Art Director

Hello friend! My name is Jason, and I wanted to tell you a little bit about who I am and how I got here. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, where as a young kid, I earned the nickname, Creative Boy, due to my constant outflow of youthful creative energy. Whether it was performing for my family, building things out of toilet paper rolls, writing stories on the Word Processor, filming skits with my cousin, or learning how to use a computer, I was constantly pushing the limits of my creative mind. In 2003, I ended up in New York City, where I went to NYU Film School and earned my BFA. My college education set the foundation for a career in the arts and entertainment industry. And I’ve had an incredible career so far! I’ve traveled the world with my video camera in hand, from Beijing to Haiti, Bonnaroo to SXSW, and the Grammys to the Oscars. I’ve gotten the chance to talk to amazing people, film and edit inspiring stories, and make friends, all while staying true to my creative nature and drive! My passion is telling stories, and I’ve found that the best way for me to do that is through documentary filmmaking. Documentaries allow me to craft a story, and put the puzzle pieces into the right place. I can apply my skills as a musician as well, as music and rhythm are a huge part of any documentary project. At the end of the day, I have found that making documentaries is what I love to do more than anything else! Thanks for reading!

• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Event Photographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary

Ryan is a New York-based filmmaker with a flair for turning subtle, everyday moments into compelling stories with broad appeal, particularly through the universal language of sports. His journey behind the camera began on the sidelines of high school football games in Texas. As he moved on to film and documentary work, Ryan developed a profound belief in the power of empathy, drawing from a tapestry of his own diverse human experiences that would inspire his approach to narratives that resonate deeply and authentically. Educated at NYU's graduate film program, Ryan's foundation in filmmaking is robust, recognized by industry accolades such as the Best Test Commercial at YDA in Cannes for his Nike spot "Buckets". His debut transcends the arena of sports, offering a lens into the human condition and capturing the collective ethos that brands and agencies strive to embody. With an eye for the emotive force of storytelling, Ryan’s ambition is to craft campaigns that don't just sell, but also tell a story that audiences will remember and feel a part of. His vision for the future is expansive, seeking to collaborate on projects that challenge societal norms and ignite conversations. Brands and agencies should partner with Ryan for his fresh perspective that blends the traditional with the avant-garde, his commitment to authenticity, and his proven ability to connect with viewers on an emotional level. His work is a testament to the potential of creative advertising to not just reach an audience, but to touch it profoundly. When not weaving narratives, Ryan is usually cooking at home in Brooklyn, or exploring the world’s coastlines with his fiancée Stephanie.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Digital Content Creator
• Content Strategist

Alex Pritz is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker based in New York City. Recently, Alex directed The Territory, which premiered at Sundance 2022 where it won both the Audience Award and a Special Jury Award for Documentary Craft. The Territory was shortlisted for the 2023 Academy Awards, nominated for three Critics Choice awards, a Gotham Award, a Producers Guild Award, and a record seven Cinema Eye Honors where it won for Best Debut Feature. The Territory was named a NYT Critics Pick, and was acquired by National Geographic Documentary Films for a theatrical release in the United States, Canada, the UK, Brazil, Aotearoa/New Zealand, and the Netherlands. The film is now available globally on Disney+. Alex won an Emmy for his work as a cinematographer on the feature documentary The First Wave (dir. Matt Heineman). He was also a cinematographer and field producer on Jon Kasbe’s feature documentary, When Lambs Become Lions (Tribeca 2018), and a co-director, cinematographer, and editor on the documentary short, My Dear Kyrgyzstan (Atlanta 2019). Alex is a co-founder of Documist, and has received grants from the Sundance Institute, IDA Enterprise Fund, Catapult Fund, Doc Society, and was named a 2023 BAFTA Breakthrough Fellow. Alex holds a B.Sc. (Ag. & Env.) from McGill University where he studied Environmental Science and Philosophy. In 2012, he received an inaugural Dalai Lama Fellowship for his work developing film curriculums alongside low-income communities in the Philippines. Alex has received Hostile Environments and First Aid Training, and studied French at the Middlebury Language Schools as a Kathryn Davis Fellow for Peace.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Reporter / Journalist

I'm a freelance filmmaker and video journalist focused primarily on documentary projects. I'm currently picking up short-term gigs as a Freelance Producer, Editor, or Videographer while I work on a part-time commissioned short documentary based out of Nebraska. I most recently finished working on a project with production company Meerkat Media on a commission from Sesame Street in Communities. The project entails documentary-style educational videos about how to talk to kids about race and racism through observing real families in conversation with their children. Prior to delving into full-time freelance life, I worked as an Associate Producer on seven feature-length historic documentaries produced by CNN Specials as well as an observational film produced by HBO Max/CNN Films. Independently, with my production partner Sana A. Malik, I produced, shot, and edited the student BAFTA-award winning documentary, Guanajuato Norte. The film follows a migrant farmworker in Connecticut and his sacrifice of being away from his family to provide a better life for his children. The film went on to screen multiple film festivals and was acquired by The New Yorker’s Documentary Channel. I also co-directed the short film, Chief Standing Bear's Journey to Statuary Hall, for the Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs with Judi gaiashkibos (co-director and EP.) Together, we made a film to be used as an educational resource, following the historical story of Ponca Chief Standing Bear and the modern-day journey of building a statue of his likeness to stand in the U.S. Capitol. In addition to working as a Director/Producer on commissioned short films and personal projects, I love helping established Director’s visions come to life as an Associate Producer, Editor, or Second Camera. I’m easily curious but particularly drawn toward stories about migration, family, social justice, and the meaning of home.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Assistant
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer

William Martin is a BAFTA nominated documentary filmmaker focused on gender inequality, immigration, queer rights, and climate change. He graduated in 2021 with a master's in journalism, with a focus on News and Documentary. He also has a bachelor of arts degree from NYU Tisch in photojournalism. With funding from the Fund for Investigative Journalism and as a migration fellow with the Ground Truth Project, William created a 30 minute documentary examining the Trump administration’s controversial choice to continue detaining asylum seekers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Celeste and Maria, two undocumented women, survived both COVID-19 and human rights abuses while detained at Otay Mesa ICE detention center in California. No Way, Which Way, was a BAFTA student film awards shortlist and was selected for the Toronto Women's International Film Festival. Most recently, William was awarded grants from BAFTA and the Fund for Investigative Journalism to explore how the U.S. Border Closure has impacted transgender asylum-seeking migrants in Mexico’s dangerous border cities in the midst of Covid-19. After two years, the short film, Sin Hogar (No Home), will be released this late Fall. Here's a preview of the content published with The New Humanitarian—selected for IQMF Amsterdam and Tulum WE film festivals. William was also a Great Big Story Genesis student fellow, one of four students globally awarded an opportunity to create a short film. His story, The Dolphins of Laguna, follows the fishermen of a small town in Southern Brazil who have been collaborating with dolphins for over 100 years to catch fish. Safico, 68 years-old, has been fishing with one particular dolphin, Caroba, for 45 years. Safico goes to great lengths to both protect and uphold the tradition of fishing with dolphins. With funding from National Geographic, his documentary, Daughters of Drought, investigated how Malawian women are impacted by climate change. The film won Best Short Documentary at the Toronto International Women Film Festival and will be published with WaterBear in August. His video journalism is currently featured in Time, Teen Vogue, The GroundTruth Project, BRIC Media, and Al Jazeera.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Production Company
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Reporter / Journalist
• Audio Storyteller
• On-Air Reporter / Host

Justin Reyes has worked with storytellers, content creators, network marketers, designers, musicians, developers and creative agencies on video, social media platforms, still photography and concept creation. Years of production experience equipped Justin with tools such as producing and shooting both film and stills as well as editing, photo retouching, managing, troubleshooting and team building. Working with several large companies such as: NIKE, ADIDAS, BACARDI, GOOGLE, CARTIER, GREY GOOSE, HOWARD HUGHES, BUEMER and ALAM, Justin has transferred his knowledge and experience to his company JREY Productions. This has given him the opportunity to run his own productions and hire his own teams. Some of the artists JREY Productions has worked with are; DVINE, INDIGO GENERAL, YOUNG HYI, LARISSA KATE, WEALTHY COMMERCIALS, GYMZZY, KM3, PARIS, JCORP and ST ART NOW. Justin Reyes accomplished many goals while receiving many awards and scholarships, which gave him the opportunity to go to the School of Visual Arts to study cinematography. During this time, companies like SCHEIMPFLUG and MATTE PROJECTS approached him. Working at these establishments gave him both the knowledge in gear and business etiquette that makes him excel in his field. Justin has honed his talents in the film industry for JREY Productions, specializing in music videos, fashion shoots, corporate commercials, brand advertisement, events, lifestyle and fitness. There’s no job too big and no task too small to tackle.

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fashion Photographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Assistant
• Grip
• Gaffer
• Digital Content Creator
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary

Hey, I'm Fedir - a visual artist with a passion for photography and film. I've been working in the industry for over 20 years, and during that time, I've had the opportunity to explore a variety of creative roles. As a Director of Photography, I specialize in corporate, documentary, and commercial productions. I love working with clients to create stunning visuals that bring their ideas to life. My technical expertise and creative vision have helped me to deliver high-quality work on time and on budget. I'm also a photographer, and I have experience in a wide range of genres, including photojournalism, portraits, products, fashion, and landscape photography. I believe that a great photograph is all about capturing the essence of the subject and telling a story. I love the challenge of finding the perfect composition and lighting to create images that are both visually stunning and emotionally impactful. In addition to my work behind the camera, I also have experience in production coordination and art direction. I've worked on a variety of projects, from small-scale independent films to large-scale corporate events. I'm a natural problem-solver, and I thrive on managing teams and ensuring that every aspect of the production runs smoothly. I pride myself on my creativity and attention to detail, and I'm always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of my craft. Overall, I'm a dedicated and passionate visual artist who loves to create stunning and impactful work. Whether I'm behind the camera or in a production role, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to every project I work on.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Art Director
• Storyboard Artist
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Cinematographer, Producer, Editor, Jill of All Trades. I specialize in unpredictable situations, and I have a passion for creating change through my lens. With 500+ projects under my belt, and all the gear you could need, my team is sure to reach your project's goals no matter how big or small, and can crew up any size shoot. I have a variety of 4K cameras, I’m kitted with robust lighting and grip packages, and I have a full editing suite with fiber internet for beating upload deadlines. I have over a decade of experience editing with the Adobe Suite as well as Final Cut Pro. You can see more of my gear list here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xOG0Ud1rS-PpgSCXgkhhZ_7NtkkhY_Ndt5Gnt_9NOf0/edit#gid=1339070649

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator
• Grip
• Gaffer
• Corporate Videographer
• Event Photographer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Digital Content Creator

Filmmaker/journalist/photographer with an established track record of producing impactful, innovative work for media companies such as the BBC, The New York Times, NBC, The Guardian and Al Jazeera over the last decade. Currently in New York – via Latin America, London and Moscow. Portfolio: www.frederickbernas.com Videos: www.vimeo.com/frederickbernas Instagram: @frederickbernas Other clients include: The New Yorker, NOWNESS, LA Times Studios, VICE, The Economist, TIME, Bloomberg, Reuters, AP, Monocle, UNHCR, Rolling Stone, Great Big Story, Atlas Obscura, Insider, Spiegel TV, CNBC, Fusion, 60 Second Docs, Wired, Vocativ, TBD Media, International Committee of the Red Cross, Global Citizen, CNBC, Roads and Kingdoms, CBS, France 24.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Audio Storyteller
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Event Photographer
• Copy Editor
• Landscape Photographer
• Sound Designer
• Copywriter
• Drone Operator
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Podcast Producer
• Executive Producer

Roland Millman is a Freelance Producer, Camera Person and Editor with over 25 years of experience. He owns Bright Screen Productions, a company that creates television and video for Advertising and Public Relations, News, Documentary, Fashion, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical and Commercial clients. Though Roland Millman has done many assignments overseas, Bright Screen Productions is located primarily in New York as well as Washington D.C. Mr. Millman is a creative cinematographer, a fast Adobe Premiere Pro video editor and a Final Cut Pro pioneer who has produced and directed documentary films and live events and shows.

• Production Company
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Full-Service Live Production
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer

Hello there! I worked as a camera op and Floor Manager at Bronxnet Television for 2+ years and am working at the Lehman College Multi-Media Center since December 2019. I have worked as a Production Assistant on several projects including the 2019 documentary "The Bronx, USA". As well as a BTS photographer/production assistant for a production run by the NYC major's office. And most recently as a production assistant/assistant gaffer for a project in Newark highlighting Black run businesses. Excited to get my hands dirty and get to work!

• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Gaffer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• HD Live Operator
• Full-Service Live Production

Gabriela Milian is the founder of Vision in Focus Media and Home in Focus Media based in the Greater New York City Area. She started her media career on-camera as multimedia journalist who has freelanced in various roles for ABC News, CBS News, NBC News, News 12 NJ, and Telemundo. Much of her work in the last 2+ years has been project managing different shoots for brands like Kellogg's, Cadillac, Spiritú and many more. She is proficient in shooting video, editing video, helping brands put together a complete production both in English and for the Spanish-speaking community.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Commercial DP

Hello! My name is Corey Florin, a Cinematographer and Video Editor. I have extensive experience working as a Cinematographer and Video Editor on multiple short films, music videos, documentaries, promo videos, and international work. I have worked on over thirty video productions, at four different media companies, and in multiple countries including Austria, Mexico, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam as well as all throughout the United States. I would be thrilled to create something amazing with you. Talk to you soon!

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Drone Operator
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Grip
• Gaffer
• Corporate Videographer

We're a full-service video production company that works with brands and non-profits who make the world a better place. By creating genuine and powerful narratives that take the form of documentaries, commercials and branded content, we share our clients’ passion for what they do and why their work is important. We help brands powerfully engage viewers to tell stories that are bigger than any of us on our own. Reverie works in places all over the world, and is proudly based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Sound Mixer
• Colorist
• Gaffer
• Corporate Videographer

I'm a Boston-based filmmaker/photographer.I’m a visual storyteller who thrives on capturing the rawness of real life as it unfolds in front me. Whether it’s across the globe or close to home, the Earth and the humans in it have a story to tell. These stories can be spoken or simply reflected in our eyes, hearts and minds. Through traveling and self exploration in the realms of psychology and philosophy, I recognize the themes of community, survival and resilience that bind us together as humans in this strange reality we find ourselves in.

• Production Company
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Sound Mixer

Sam is all about the process and going behind the scenes. Sam immerses himself in creating commercial and documentary projects, sleek edits, on-set photography while exploring new methods of presenting visuals. After graduating from Tribeca Flashpoint College with a focus in post-production, Sam has produced and edited for major companies while creating content of his own. He views creativity as a way of operating and strives to share something new with every project.

• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Motion Graphics Designer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Event Photographer
• Production Company
• Gaffer
• Sound Mixer

At 590films, we have a passion for storytelling. Our films and radio pieces have aired on PBS, NPR, all over the web, and in theaters throughout the world. In addition to producing high quality documentaries, we also create marketing, branding and educational videos, as well as PSAs and commercials. We believe that the heart of a good film is a story about people, a story we tell through beautiful images, thoughtful interviews, strong research, writing and editing.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Jonathan and Erin are a husband and wife creative team. They live in Brooklyn, NY with their cat, Vincent. Jonathan got his start as a camera assistant on studio films and television shows while Erin jumped into the world of digital video content (lots of top-down food videos). We believe in the power of stories, and we'd love to tell yours.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• TV News Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

I'm a video producer in New York who's crafted thousands of pieces of web video content for several major brands, including LADBible Group, Daily Mail, and the New York Post. I am also a photographer and video editor with a passion for creating time-lapse and hyper-lapse videos. If you have a project you would like to discuss with me or just want to ask a question, please reach out!

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Event Photographer