I have two decades of experience in front of and behind the camera. I've produced video for food blogs, corporations, live events, social media, UX research, and product marketing. You can see me in movies with Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Meryl Streep. Add me to your team or let me fly solo and let's create some magic! I'm a freelance video producer and filmmaker with a track record of leading end-to-end productions, from pre-production to post-production. I've written, shot, and edited content for brands and creators, including work with The Cary Company, Taste Made, Michelin Guide, and American Dream TV. I regularly coordinate shoots, manage contracts and schedules, and deliver high-quality videos on tight timelines.

Ben Sloane

I have two decades of experience in front of and behind the camera. I've produced video for food blogs, corporations, live events, social media, UX research, and product marketing. You can see me in movies with Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Meryl Streep. Add me to your team or let me fly solo and let's create some magic! I'm a freelance video producer and filmmaker with a track record of leading end-to-end productions, from pre-production to post-production. I've written, shot, and edited content for brands and creators, including work with The Cary Company, Taste Made, Michelin Guide, and American Dream TV. I regularly coordinate shoots, manage contracts and schedules, and deliver high-quality videos on tight timelines.

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I have two decades of experience in front of and behind the camera. I’ve produced video for food blogs, corporations, live events, social media, UX research, and product marketing. You can see me in movies with Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, and Meryl Streep. Add me to your team or let me fly solo and let’s create some magic!

I’m a freelance video producer and filmmaker with a track record of leading end-to-end productions, from pre-production to post-production. I’ve written, shot, and edited content for brands and creators, including work with The Cary Company, Taste Made, Michelin Guide, and American Dream TV. I regularly coordinate shoots, manage contracts and schedules, and deliver high-quality videos on tight timelines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner / Lead VideoGrapher & Editor at Whole Heart Video
January 1, 2016 - Present
As the owner/operator of Whole Heart Video, I produce over 50 wedding shoots per year, train new shooters, create contracts and call sheets, manage media, coordinate with editors, and deliver a high-quality product on a timely basis.
Freelance Producer / Videographer at Taste Made | Michelin Guide
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Freelance producer/videographer for Taste Made and Michelin Guide (2018–2019). Shot and edited content for social platforms, coordinating pre-production and post-production as needed.
Digital Film Maker at The Cary Company
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Produced, shot, and edited video for marketing, social media, and corporate training initiatives; managed pre-production and production workflows with The Cary Company and associated teams.
Freelance Producer / Videographer at Making It Media LLC
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
One-person production role handling pre-production planning, shooting, and editing; coordinating with Blackmagic cameras, on-camera talent, B-roll, media backup, and post-production workflows; supported American Dream TV segments with scheduling, drone operation, sound, and media management.
Freelance Producer / Videographer at American Dream TV
January 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance producer/videographer responsible for pre-production planning, shooting B-roll & A-roll, operating drone, sound, and media management for segments; collaborated within a Chicago-based production ecosystem.
Owner / Lead Video Grapher / Editor at Whole Heart Video
January 1, 2016 - Present
As the owner/operator, produced over 50 wedding shoots per year. Responsibilities included training new shooters, creating contracts, sending call sheets, managing media, communicating with editors, and delivering a quality product in a timely manner.
Freelance Food Video Grapher & Producer at Taste Made | Michelin Guide
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Tasked with producing own content; for each project, shot and edited five different versions of the same video to optimize distribution across social media platforms.
Freelance Video Producer / Videographer at American Dream TV
January 1, 2023 - Present
One of two Chicago producers tasked with planning local shoots; responsible for pre-production, location shoots, interviewing on-camera talent, operating drones, recording sound, and managing media. Recognized as a top freelance producer/videographer at American Dream TV.
Digital Filmmaker at Makin It Media LLC
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
One of two Chicago producers planning local shoots; involved pre-production and production tasks including coordinating with Blackmagic cameras, interviewing on-camera talent, and managing media.

Education

at Emerson College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
at Port Huron High School
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

Qualifications

FAA Certified Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
FAA Certified Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services