Hi, I’m Leon Bonnick Windsor, a Hartford-based filmmaker and cinematographer with hands-on experience shooting corporate, commercial, event, and narrative content on Sony cinema cameras. I love solving on-set challenges and translating a director’s vision into compelling visuals, whether I’m working with a single camera or a multi-camera setup. I’m skilled in lighting design, camera rigging, and on-location production, and I’m currently pursuing FAA Part 107 certification to expand into aerial cinematography. I enjoy collaborating with clients and talent to bring ideas to life while delivering polished footage on reliable schedules.

Leon Bonnick Windsor

Hi, I’m Leon Bonnick Windsor, a Hartford-based filmmaker and cinematographer with hands-on experience shooting corporate, commercial, event, and narrative content on Sony cinema cameras. I love solving on-set challenges and translating a director’s vision into compelling visuals, whether I’m working with a single camera or a multi-camera setup. I’m skilled in lighting design, camera rigging, and on-location production, and I’m currently pursuing FAA Part 107 certification to expand into aerial cinematography. I enjoy collaborating with clients and talent to bring ideas to life while delivering polished footage on reliable schedules.

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Hi, I’m Leon Bonnick Windsor, a Hartford-based filmmaker and cinematographer with hands-on experience shooting corporate, commercial, event, and narrative content on Sony cinema cameras. I love solving on-set challenges and translating a director’s vision into compelling visuals, whether I’m working with a single camera or a multi-camera setup.

I’m skilled in lighting design, camera rigging, and on-location production, and I’m currently pursuing FAA Part 107 certification to expand into aerial cinematography. I enjoy collaborating with clients and talent to bring ideas to life while delivering polished footage on reliable schedules.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Videographer at Belimo
August 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborated with Belimo's internal team to produce an effective product launch video. Managed product presentation including cleanliness and lighting to maximize visual appeal on camera. Selected intentional camera angles to highlight features and functionality. Coached untrained talent through difficult prompter reads.
Freelance Videographer at Arias Productions
May 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborated with the director to translate the creative vision into intentional movement, composition, and lighting design. Executed single- and multi-camera interview setups in controlled environments. Managed reflections, shadows, and mixed lighting in office and indoor interview settings. Captured compelling B-roll to provide editorial flexibility in post-production.
Freelance Videographer at Frontline Productions
July 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated closely with clients to ensure footage aligned with their creative vision and project objectives. Specialized in on-location video shooting with Sony cinema line cameras. Managed live camera operation for events, town halls, and conferences. Directed talent through B-roll to reinforce the narrative. Built and operated camera rigs (gimbals, sliders, tripods) to capture dynamic, stable shots. Maintained efficient delivery and on-set troubleshooting to prevent delays.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Media Studies, Concentration Digital Filmmaking & TV Production at Central Connecticut State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts at Central Connecticut State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
FAA Part 107 Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services