Adaptive assistant cameraman with 9+ years of experience in the TV/Film industry, with a diverse background of obs-doc, fiction, access, reality, bluelights, and scripted shows. Multi-disciplined skillset, with a strong background of working with cameras, lens, focus pulling, wireless systems, computers, lighting equipment, and technology. Skilled in communication, shooting, and logistics. Excels at working in dynamic and challenging situations, both independently and with teams, while putting safety at the forefront

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Adaptive assistant cameraman with 9+ years of experience in the TV/Film industry, with a diverse background of obs-doc, fiction, access, reality, bluelights, and scripted shows. Multi-disciplined skillset, with a strong background of working with cameras, lens, focus pulling, wireless systems, computers, lighting equipment, and technology. Skilled in communication, shooting, and logistics. Excels at working in dynamic and challenging situations, both independently and with teams, while putting safety at the forefront

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Adaptive assistant cameraman with 9+ years of experience in the TV/Film industry, with a
diverse background of obs-doc, fiction, access, reality, bluelights, and scripted shows.
Multi-disciplined skillset, with a strong background of working with cameras, lens, focus pulling,
wireless systems, computers, lighting equipment, and technology. Skilled in communication,
shooting, and logistics. Excels at working in dynamic and challenging situations, both
independently and with teams, while putting safety at the forefront

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Camera at Evil Lives Here (ID Channel)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Prepped and built 3 cameras for each shoot; ensured lenses, filters, and settings were correct; built video village; maintained, cleaned, and troubleshot cameras and gear; wrapped and transferred data at the end of the day.
Assistant Camera at All Access PD: Grand Rapids (ID Channel)
August 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Monitored 8 live PTZ cameras and 8 independent audio inputs; coordinated with police detectives when entering scenes; generated detailed logs and story notes; provided daily briefs to PD units; managed media and backed up to servers in London; maintained data security with 12-hour delivery.
Assistant Camera at Love and Marriage: Detroit Season 2 (OWN)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Facilitated and organized cameras, lenses, and gear; took story, location, and camera notes for post-production; prepped and serviced cameras throughout the shoot.
Assistant Camera at Twisted Killers (Oxygen)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Point of contact for remote producers; set up cameras, lighting, and audio and produced on-location; obtained releases and scanned documents; relayed information back to remote producers and operators.
First Assistant Camera at Hell House (Short Film)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Assist on set for a short film; build and operate camera and lighting; support on-set production.
Assistant Camera at A Body in the Basement: Season 2 (ID Channel)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Set up and operated cameras, lights, and gear; supported DIT and data management on set.
Assistant Camera at Ebony Alert (TV Pilot)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Organized and operated cameras, lighting, and sound equipment; managed on-set media and daily organization.
First Assistant Camera at Fairmount (Feature Film)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
On-set camera support, lens and gear management, and continuity notes for post-production.
Assistant Camera at Climate Action Campaign: Doug McIntosh (YouTube)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Prepared and serviced cameras throughout the shoot; supported on-set lighting and sound.
Assistant Camera at Self Employed (Amazon)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
On-set camera support, lighting, and data handling for various shoots.
DIT / Media Manager at Trading Places: TA Ranch (Paramount+)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Risk assessments and company protocols in high-risk locations; supporting producer/directors with kit and media acquisition.
DIT / Media Manager at Chika Mango (Feature Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
DIT and media management for production; handling on-set media workflows and data integrity.
DIT / Media Manager at Final Moments: Season 2 (Oxygen)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
DIT and data management for serialized production; coordinating with editors and post teams.
Grip at NST Snow (Live Broadcast)
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Grip duties for live broadcast; rigging and maintaining lighting and camera support equipment.
Grip at Dragon Dad (Feature Film)
January 1, 2026 - Present
On-set grip work, lighting support, and gear management for a feature production.
Grip at Eternal Love (Feature Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Gripping duties for on-set lighting and camera support; ensuring safety and workflow efficiency.
Grip at Necropol (Short Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Grip work including rigging and lighting for a short film production.
Grip at Daisy Tucker & Mr. NYC (Feature Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
On-set grip duties for a feature production; supporting camera and lighting teams.
Camera Operator at Eat Detroit (Commercial)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Camera operator for commercial shoots; set-up, operation, and data handling.
Assistant Producer at Tryouts (ESPN)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assistant producer support for sports-related shoots; coordinating on-set logistics.
PA at In Pursuit With John Walsh: Season 5 (ID Channel)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Production assistant support; location coordination and on-set tasks.
PA at Freethink (YouTube)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Production assistant tasks for YouTube productions; on-set and prep work.
PA at Jamali Maddix: Follow the Leader (U)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Production assistant support for on-set activities and logistics.
Drone PA at Unsolved Mysteries: Season 3 (Netflix)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Drone PA duties; coordinating drone shoots and on-set logistics.
Talent PA at Miracle in Motor City (Hallmark Channel)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Talent production assistant tasks; coordinating with actors and crew.
PA at Dinners, Drive-Ins and Dives (Food Network)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Production assistant duties for culinary show productions.
Assistant Camera at Evil Lives Here Seasons: 7/8/10 (ID Channel)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Preparing and building 3 cameras for each shoot; ensuring lenses, filters, and camera settings are correct and functioning; building video village; maintaining, cleaning, and troubleshooting cameras and gear; slating each take and operating C cam; wrangling and transferring data at the end of the day.
Assistant Camera at Calls from the Inside: Season 2 (ID Channel)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Contacting and organizing locations to conduct interviews; building cameras, lights, and operating sound equipment; managing media and checking deadlines.
Camera Operator at Twisted Killers (Oxygen)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Point of contact for contributors; setting up the entire location and shooting independently; building cameras, lights, audio, art, and producing as the only physical person on set; obtaining releases, scanning documents, and relaying all information back to remote producers/operators.
Assistant Camera at Hell House (Short Film)
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Assistant camera tasks for a short film production.
DIT / Media Manager at Chicka Mango (Feature Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
DIT/Media management for a feature film; on-set data handling and transfers.
Grip at Necropolis (Short Film)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Grip duties for a short film production.
Assistant Producer at Try Outs (ESPN)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assistant producer duties for ESPN project shoots.
PA at Dinners, Drives and Dives (Food Network)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Production assistant duties for Food Network shoot.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film and Video Production at Grand Valley State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Study Abroad Film Program at Kingston University London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Associate of Arts at Grand Rapids Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Video Production at Grand Valley State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Study Abroad Film Program at Kingston University London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Associate of Arts at Grand Rapids Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

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