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Hi, I’m Ian Gilbert, a filmmaker with 6 years of experience in video production. I’m skilled at camera operation, grip work, and editing with NLE software, and I’ve freelanced in photography as well. I thrive on quickly learning new skills and mastering complex technical equipment. My passion lies in documentary filmmaking. Since 2022 I have directed five short documentaries, developing storytelling, pre-production, interview work, and color grading. I’m excited to continue crafting meaningful stories through visual exploration.…Hi, I’m Ian Gilbert, a filmmaker with 6 years of experience in video production. I’m skilled at camera operation, grip work, and editing with NLE software, and I’ve freelanced in photography as well. I thrive on quickly learning new skills and mastering complex technical equipment. My passion lies in documentary filmmaking. Since 2022 I have directed five short documentaries, developing storytelling, pre-production, interview work, and color grading. I’m excited to continue crafting meaningful stories through visual exploration.

Ian Gilbert

Filmmaker, Documentary Filmmaker, Camera Operator, +2

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Hi, I’m Ian Gilbert, a filmmaker with 6 years of experience in video production. I’m skilled at camera operation, grip work, and editing with NLE software, and I’ve freelanced in photography as well. I thrive on quickly learning new skills and mastering complex technical equipment. My passion lies in documentary filmmaking. Since 2022 I have directed five short documentaries, developing storytelling, pre-production, interview work, and color grading. I’m excited to continue crafting meaningful stories through visual exploration.…Hi, I’m Ian Gilbert, a filmmaker with 6 years of experience in video production. I’m skilled at camera operation, grip work, and editing with NLE software, and I’ve freelanced in photography as well. I thrive on quickly learning new skills and mastering complex technical equipment. My passion lies in documentary filmmaking. Since 2022 I have directed five short documentaries, developing storytelling, pre-production, interview work, and color grading. I’m excited to continue crafting meaningful stories through visual exploration.

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Hi, I’m Ian Gilbert, a filmmaker with 6 years of experience in video production. I’m skilled at camera operation, grip work, and editing with NLE software, and I’ve freelanced in photography as well. I thrive on quickly learning new skills and mastering complex technical equipment.

My passion lies in documentary filmmaking. Since 2022 I have directed five short documentaries, developing storytelling, pre-production, interview work, and color grading. I’m excited to continue crafting meaningful stories through visual exploration.

Skills

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Adobe After Effects

Final Cut Pro X

Adobe Photoshop

Experience Level

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Final Cut Pro X

Expert

Adobe Photoshop

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Visual Technician at AHC Hospitality

July 1, 2025 - Present

Responsible for setting up and operating audio-visual equipment for events, including microphones, projectors, soundboards, and cameras. Ensured functionality of gear, organized and managed equipment for daily shoots and events, and supported speakers and performances.

Documentary Production Intern at Grand Rapids Community Media Center

July 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025

Assisted with documentary production from pre-production to post; conducted pre-interviews, coordinated potential subjects, filmed interviews and B-roll, and contributed to editing workflows and digital asset management for multiple projects.

Video Production Intern at NODEHAUS Media

January 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Supported video production tasks, including shooting, editing, and post-production; collaborated on project pipelines and contributed to deliverables for client projects.

Video Production Assistant at Calvin Video Productions/Classroom Production Technology

October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025

Operated cameras, lit scenes, and supported audio for campus productions; prepared pre-production materials, assisted with live streams, and contributed to editing workflows and content creation.

Tech Director and Video Production Specialist at Thornapple Covenant Evangelical Church

August 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024

Directed technical operations for services and events, managed livestream quality, scheduled tech teams, and improved overall audio/visual setup; produced event recap videos and enhanced audience engagement.