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My name is Doryan Sparkman & I’m cinematographer from Atlanta, Georgia. I’ve shot films & various content such as TV shows, web content, commercials, documentaries, and videos because of his passion for story-telling. Doryan creates quality video content for businesses. In addition to filming movies and TV shows, I work as a highlights editor for NBA TV at Turner Broadcasting. I graduated from The Art Institute of Atlanta.
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Editor, Set Manager and Cinematographer at Between Women Network
December 31, 2019 - September 22, 2025Managed seven network shows as Editor, Set Manager and Cinematographer.
Managed production (Producer & Cinematographer) at The Sauce – 2019 (Facebook Watch show)
January 1, 2019 - PresentManaged production for a Facebook Watch show, serving as producer and cinematographer.
Producer and Cinematographer at The Sauce
January 1, 2019 - PresentManaged production for Facebook Watch show as producer and cinematographer.
Assistant Editor at Turner Broadcasting- Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2017 - PresentEdited daily and weekly NBA game highlights for the NBA TV show Gametime. Performed digital video editing workflows from beginning through finished production. Organized and managed media assets and files for efficient editing and ready access by others. Worked under time pressure while collaborating with a team to assess requirements and discuss clip outlines. Conducted editing work in accordance with NBA TV notations approved by the head editor and producers. Logged shot sheets for on-air talent while games were airing, and provided clips/highlights to NBA.com for digital streaming.
Assistant Editor at Turner Broadcasting - Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2017 - PresentEdited daily and weekly NBA game highlights for the NBA TV show Gametime. Performed digital video editing workflow from start through finished production. Organized and managed media assets and files for efficient, ready access by others. Worked effectively under time pressure while collaborating with a team to assess requirements and plan game clips. Conducted editing work according to NBA TV notations approved by the head editing supervisor and producers. Logged shot sheets for talent during broadcast and provided clips/highlights to NBA.com for streaming on its digital platform.
Cinematographer at Dayjream Studios
January 1, 2017 - September 22, 2025Scouted locations; assisted in equipment setup; operated AV devices and still cameras; prepared film crews; shot and composed scenes.
Lead Editor at Dayjream Studios
January 1, 2017 - September 22, 2025Edited and supervised final cuts; oversaw post-production for web series and reality shows; added music, sound effects and dialogue; checked edits for errors and color; organized uncut shots and synchronized with high-quality sound and effects.
Assistant Editor at Turner Broadcasting
January 1, 2017 - PresentEdit daily and weekly highlights for NBA TV's Gametime; managed end-to-end digital video editing workflow; organized media assets; collaborated with team; logged shot sheets and provided clips for NBA.com.
Cinematographer at Flock TV
November 30, 2014 - September 22, 2025Set up equipment for shoots at multiple locations; developed signature filter technique; lit and shot investigative and human-interest stories; collaborated with director to craft visual narratives; operated film cameras and loaded reels.
Assistant Editor at Clear Films Productions
May 31, 2014 - September 22, 2025Logged and organized footage; assisted editor with scheduling; recommended tweaks to content; participated in brainstorming; assisted with post-production, logging and editing.
Cinematographer / Editor at Film Short: Pushing Up Daisies
January 1, 2014 - PresentCinematographer and editor for a short film production.
Cinematographer at Flock TV – Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - PresentOversaw equipment setup for shoots at multiple locations. Developed the show’s signature filter technique now widely used in the industry. Lit and shot investigative and human-interest stories, collaborating with the director to create visual narratives. Set up film camera equipment by loading reels, adjusting settings, and inputting details from production notes.
Assistant Editor at Clear Films Productions – Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - PresentLogged and organized footage and worked as a set PA. Assisted the editor with scheduling project timelines and compiling materials. Provided recommendations to fine-tune and improvise video content. Participated in brainstorming production ideas and optimizing videos. Supported post-production tasks including logging, digitizing, and editing.
Videographer at Score Sports –Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - PresentFilmed high school and middle school sports for southern metro Atlanta counties, delivering client-ready products. Filmed and managed recordings across different schools and maintained and set up video equipment, including operating a device used for high-angle capture. Scheduled/assisted with stat production needs and managed trainees to support recording of games.
Cinematographer at Flock TV - Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Oversaw setup of equipment for shoots across multiple locations. Developed the show’s signature filter technique now used in the industry. Lit and shot investigative and human-interest stories, collaborating with the director to create strong visual narratives. Set up film camera equipment by loading film reels, adjusting settings, and inputting details from notes.
Assistant Editor at Clear Films Productions - Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014Logged and organized footage and worked as set PA. Assisted the editor with scheduling project timelines and compiling materials. Provided recommendations to refine and improve video content. Participated in brainstorming production ideas and optimizing videos. Supported post-production with logging, digitizing, and editing tasks.
Videographer at Score Sports - Atlanta, Georgia
January 1, 2014 - PresentFilmed high school and middle school sports across southern metro Atlanta counties and delivered a high-quality product to clients. Shot stat games for different schools and managed trainees during recording. Maintained, set up, and operated video equipment including operating a high-angle hipod setup to capture gameplay from elevated perspectives.
Cinematographer/Editor at Pushing Up Daisies
January 1, 2014 - September 22, 2025Film Short: Pushing Up Daisies – Cinematographer/Editor.
Videographer at Score Sports
January 1, 2014 - PresentFilm high school and middle school sports for southern metro Atlanta; deliver high-quality product to clients; track stats; manage trainees; set up and operate video equipment to capture game angles.
Cinematographer at Dayjream Studios- Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017Scouted locations in advance of shooting crews. Assisted with setup of film equipment as needed. Handled audio-visual devices and still cameras, and assisted with administering the film crew preparation for shooting. Operated still cameras as required.
Lead Editor at Dayjream Studios- Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017Collaborated with technical and editing teams to perform editing and related changes, overseeing final cut editing. Recorded and edited audio and video content for web series and reality shows. Added music, sound effects, and dialogue to edited videos and films. Checked edits for mistakes and made corrections when needed. Arranged uncut shots and synchronized them with high-quality sound and effects. Identified and corrected technical issues including graphic errors, wrong footage, and color selection problems.
Cinematographer at Daydream Studios - Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017Scouted locations in advance of production. Assisted with setup of film equipment as needed and handled varied audio-visual devices and still cameras. Supported administration of the film crew and preparation for shooting. Operated still cameras as required and contributed to capturing cinematic visuals.
Lead Editor at Daydream Studios - Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017Performed editing and other updates in collaboration with technical and editing teams, overseeing final cut editing. Conducted recording and editing of audio and video content for web series and reality shows. Added music, sound effects, and dialogue; checked edits for mistakes and corrected as needed. Arranged uncut shots and synchronized them with high-quality sound and effects. Identified technical issues and resolved problems such as graphic errors, wrong footage, and incorrect color selection.
Editor at Film Short: Cry no more
January 1, 2011 - PresentEditor for a short film; received campus movie fest honorable mention.
Editor at Cry No More
January 1, 2011 - September 22, 2025Film Short: Cry No More — Editor (Campus Movie Fest honorable mention).
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production at The Art Institute of Atlanta
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production at The Art Institute of Atlanta
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking and Video Production at The Art Institute of Atlanta
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment
This is a reel I edited for the work done by my company, “MadHouse Productions”.
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