Hi, I’m Hunter McCoy, a storyteller and creator based in Santa Cruz, CA, with a BA in Cinematic Arts & Technology from California State University, Monterey Bay. I’ve spent years on film sets and in post, gaining hands-on experience with camera operation (including RED cinema cameras) and a full Adobe Creative Suite workflow (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Davinci Resolve). I’m passionate about crafting engaging narratives through video, film, and social media content, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring projects from concept to final cut. I’m a proactive, fast learner who thrives in dynamic environments. My strengths include building efficient workflows, problem-solving under tight deadlines, and translating creative ideas into polished deliverables. Outside of production, I stay active with social media storytelling and small-scale production work, always looking for opportunities to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

Hunter McCoy

Hi, I’m Hunter McCoy, a storyteller and creator based in Santa Cruz, CA, with a BA in Cinematic Arts & Technology from California State University, Monterey Bay. I’ve spent years on film sets and in post, gaining hands-on experience with camera operation (including RED cinema cameras) and a full Adobe Creative Suite workflow (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Davinci Resolve). I’m passionate about crafting engaging narratives through video, film, and social media content, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring projects from concept to final cut. I’m a proactive, fast learner who thrives in dynamic environments. My strengths include building efficient workflows, problem-solving under tight deadlines, and translating creative ideas into polished deliverables. Outside of production, I stay active with social media storytelling and small-scale production work, always looking for opportunities to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Hunter McCoy, a storyteller and creator based in Santa Cruz, CA, with a BA in Cinematic Arts & Technology from California State University, Monterey Bay. I’ve spent years on film sets and in post, gaining hands-on experience with camera operation (including RED cinema cameras) and a full Adobe Creative Suite workflow (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Davinci Resolve). I’m passionate about crafting engaging narratives through video, film, and social media content, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring projects from concept to final cut.

I’m a proactive, fast learner who thrives in dynamic environments. My strengths include building efficient workflows, problem-solving under tight deadlines, and translating creative ideas into polished deliverables. Outside of production, I stay active with social media storytelling and small-scale production work, always looking for opportunities to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Manager at Shrine Coffee, Santa Cruz, CA
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed a team of over 14 people to ensure smooth operations of the cafe. Led the growth of the business by over 100% during my tenure. Built Standard Operating Procedures to streamline operations.
First Assistant Camera at When You Hear Hoofbeats
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Worked as 1st Assistant Camera on a 2024 production. Assisted the DP with setting up shots, tracking, and camera operation logistics.
First Assistant Camera at Man in Headlights
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Worked as 1st Assistant Camera on a 2024 production. Assisted the DP with camera operations and on-set coordination.
Manager at Shrine Coffee
January 1, 2024 - Present
Managed a team of over 14 people to ensure smooth cafe operations. Led the growth of the business by over 100% during tenure. Built standard operating procedures to streamline operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at California State University, Monterey Bay
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Associate in Web Media at Cabrillo College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Certificate in Web Design at Cabrillo College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Cinematic Arts & Technology at California State University, Monterey Bay
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Associate in Web Media at Cabrillo College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic Arts & Technology with Highest Honors at California State University, Monterey Bay
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Associate in Web Media at Cabrillo College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Red Cinema Camera Operator Certification
January 1, 2020 - June 4, 2026
Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - June 4, 2026
Certificate in Web Design
January 11, 2030 - June 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services