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Creative Director & Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600 Operator) with 13+ years of experience ranging from major studio features (Netflix, Warner Bros, Tyler Perry) to leading full-cycle video strategy for commercial brands. (Little Caesar’s, American Family Insurance, BET). Owner of Skoolie Films, a full-service production agency managing budgets, cross-functional crews, and creative strategy from concept to delivery. Specialist in translating complex technical concepts (FinTech, SaaS, Education) into high-ROI visual storytelling. Owner/Operator of dedicated mobile production infrastructure (2-ton grip unit) ensuring studio-grade quality on aggressive timelines.…Creative Director & Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600 Operator) with 13+ years of experience ranging from major studio features (Netflix, Warner Bros, Tyler Perry) to leading full-cycle video strategy for commercial brands. (Little Caesar’s, American Family Insurance, BET). Owner of Skoolie Films, a full-service production agency managing budgets, cross-functional crews, and creative strategy from concept to delivery. Specialist in translating complex technical concepts (FinTech, SaaS, Education) into high-ROI visual storytelling. Owner/Operator of dedicated mobile production infrastructure (2-ton grip unit) ensuring studio-grade quality on aggressive timelines.

Collin Enstad

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Director of Photography, Creative Director, Cinematographer, +1

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Creative Director & Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600 Operator) with 13+ years of experience ranging from major studio features (Netflix, Warner Bros, Tyler Perry) to leading full-cycle video strategy for commercial brands. (Little Caesar’s, American Family Insurance, BET). Owner of Skoolie Films, a full-service production agency managing budgets, cross-functional crews, and creative strategy from concept to delivery. Specialist in translating complex technical concepts (FinTech, SaaS, Education) into high-ROI visual storytelling. Owner/Operator of dedicated mobile production infrastructure (2-ton grip unit) ensuring studio-grade quality on aggressive timelines.…Creative Director & Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600 Operator) with 13+ years of experience ranging from major studio features (Netflix, Warner Bros, Tyler Perry) to leading full-cycle video strategy for commercial brands. (Little Caesar’s, American Family Insurance, BET). Owner of Skoolie Films, a full-service production agency managing budgets, cross-functional crews, and creative strategy from concept to delivery. Specialist in translating complex technical concepts (FinTech, SaaS, Education) into high-ROI visual storytelling. Owner/Operator of dedicated mobile production infrastructure (2-ton grip unit) ensuring studio-grade quality on aggressive timelines.

Available to hire

Atlanta, United States

Creative Director & Director of Photography (IATSE Local 600 Operator) with 13+ years of experience ranging from major studio features (Netflix, Warner Bros, Tyler Perry) to leading full-cycle video strategy for commercial brands. (Little Caesar’s, American Family Insurance, BET). Owner of Skoolie Films, a full-service production agency managing budgets, cross-functional crews, and creative strategy from concept to delivery. Specialist in translating complex technical concepts (FinTech, SaaS, Education) into high-ROI visual storytelling. Owner/Operator of dedicated mobile production infrastructure (2-ton grip unit) ensuring studio-grade quality on aggressive timelines.

Skills

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Owner / Creative Director & Director of Photography at Skoolie Films

January 1, 2022 - Present

Executive production & strategy; lead cinematography and visual leadership; built mobile grip infrastructure; team leadership; post-production leadership; key projects include Shaq International Mobile Campaign (Commercial), Devour (Feature Film), LP SmartSide Promo (Commercial), Hirro Launch Video (SaaS Campaign), BET Awards (Live-to-Tape Steadicam).

Executive Producer & Host at Collin It Like It Is (YouTube)

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021

Produced 100+ episodes of long-form digital content focused on macro-economic analysis and blockchain education; end-to-end production; built online community around financial literacy; viral campaigns such as 'The Future of Money' for Bitcoin Cash.

Director of Photography & Steadicam Operator at Freelance Production Specialist (Camera & Production) – Various Studios / Agencies

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2022

Provided high-level technical execution across formats including corporate brand films, internal training series, sports broadcasting, and narrative short films. Credits include American Family Insurance (National Ad), Clash Fest (Live Stream), Stars Fell Again (Feature Film). Major studio production staff (Logistics & Art Dept) on Red Notice (Netflix), The Suicide Squad (Warner Bros), Madea Homecoming (Tyler Perry Studios).

Content Creator & Strategist (FinTech / Crypto) YouTube at YouTube (Self-Directed Channel)

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021

Executive Producer & Host of 'Collin it like it is': produced and hosted 100+ episodes of long-form digital content (20+ minutes) focused on macro-economic analysis and blockchain education; translated complex data into engaging visuals; built end-to-end production workflows using DaVinci Resolve for rapid editing and consistent output; cultivated a community around financial literacy and led viral campaigns for crypto products (e.g., Bitcoin Cash).

Freelance Production Specialist (Camera & Production) at Various Studios / Agencies

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2022

Managed high-volume asset tracking and set logistics for $150M+ budget productions; served as Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator on major credits, including Red Notice (Netflix), The Suicide Squad (Warner Bros), and Madea Homecoming (Tyler Perry Studios). Supported major studio production staff across logistics and art department; built and maintained studio assets and on-location workflows.