I am a results-driven filmmaker and educator based in Dallas, GA, with extensive experience in TV networks, documentary production, video podcast directing, and curriculum building. I have a track record of producing, directing, camera operation, editing, and live multi-camera shooting & directing across studio and event environments. I am comfortable leading or working independently to meet goals, and I bring a hands-on, problem-solving approach to every project.

Joseph J. Del Sordo

I am a results-driven filmmaker and educator based in Dallas, GA, with extensive experience in TV networks, documentary production, video podcast directing, and curriculum building. I have a track record of producing, directing, camera operation, editing, and live multi-camera shooting & directing across studio and event environments. I am comfortable leading or working independently to meet goals, and I bring a hands-on, problem-solving approach to every project.

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I am a results-driven filmmaker and educator based in Dallas, GA, with extensive experience in TV networks, documentary production, video podcast directing, and curriculum building. I have a track record of producing, directing, camera operation, editing, and live multi-camera shooting & directing across studio and event environments.

I am comfortable leading or working independently to meet goals, and I bring a hands-on, problem-solving approach to every project.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Filmmaker / Tutor at Hey Teacher Productions; RecruitMilitary; Fortis College; Wyzant
July 1, 2021 - Present
Ongoing freelance work in film & video production and online tutoring.
Live Streaming Producer/Director at The Art Institute of Atlanta
June 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Produced and directed live streaming events for curriculum and corporate initiatives.
Journalism Instructor at Kennesaw State University
January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2017
Taught journalism courses and contributed to curriculum development.
Digital Film Instructor at The Art Institute of Atlanta
November 1, 2013 - June 1, 2020
Instructed digital film production, editing, and post-production workflows.
Event Camera Op. (Long Lens & Hand Held) at I.A.T.S.E. Local 600 & 927
December 1, 2000 - August 1, 2020
Live event camera operation for long-lens and handheld setups.
Digital Film Instructor at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
March 1, 1993 - August 1, 2013
Delivered digital film curriculum and mentored students in production techniques.
Editor for Special Projects at WTVJ-NBC6 (NBC Owned)
January 1, 1993 - March 1, 1997
Edited special projects and contributed to feature production.
Producer/Director/Camera Op./Live Multi-Cam at TV Network and Documentary Freelance
September 1, 1990 - Present
Producer, director, and camera operator for live multi-camera productions and documentary work.
Location Crew at BBC & WGBH – Documentaries
January 1, 1980 - April 1, 1993
On-location crew for documentary projects.
TV Network and Documentary Freelance
June 1, 1981 - Present
Freelance work in television networks and documentary production.

Education

Film Master (30 credits toward) at Miami International University of Art & Design
January 1, 2008 - January 30, 2026
Master of Science in Computer Technology in Education – Magna Cum Laude at Nova Southeastern University
January 1, 2000 - January 30, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Communication Arts – Cum Laude at New York Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1974

Qualifications

I.A.T.S.E. Local 600 & 927 – Event Camera Op. Long Lens & Hand Held
December 1, 2000 - August 1, 2020
I.A.T.S.E. – Cinematographers Guild Member – retired
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
AVID Certified Instructor
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Heroes in the Real World, Inc. – President & Founder
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Overcoming the Digital Divide – Board Member
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services