I'm Rolando Hinojosa, a bilingual video journalist/editor with over a decade of experience in setting up live shots, shooting B-roll, and editing compelling packages with VO and SOT. I thrive under deadline pressure, value clear storytelling, and bring a calm, professional presence to every shoot. I love collaborating with teams to produce high-quality news pieces and engaging visual storytelling. I'm also a PART 107 certified drone operator with hands-on experience in planning, flying, and integrating aerial footage into stories. My goal is to grow as a journalist and editor while continuing to deliver impactful reporting across platforms.

Rolando Hinojosa

I'm Rolando Hinojosa, a bilingual video journalist/editor with over a decade of experience in setting up live shots, shooting B-roll, and editing compelling packages with VO and SOT. I thrive under deadline pressure, value clear storytelling, and bring a calm, professional presence to every shoot. I love collaborating with teams to produce high-quality news pieces and engaging visual storytelling. I'm also a PART 107 certified drone operator with hands-on experience in planning, flying, and integrating aerial footage into stories. My goal is to grow as a journalist and editor while continuing to deliver impactful reporting across platforms.

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I’m Rolando Hinojosa, a bilingual video journalist/editor with over a decade of experience in setting up live shots, shooting B-roll, and editing compelling packages with VO and SOT. I thrive under deadline pressure, value clear storytelling, and bring a calm, professional presence to every shoot. I love collaborating with teams to produce high-quality news pieces and engaging visual storytelling.

I’m also a PART 107 certified drone operator with hands-on experience in planning, flying, and integrating aerial footage into stories. My goal is to grow as a journalist and editor while continuing to deliver impactful reporting across platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Photojournalist at KHOU Channel 11 News
July 24, 2024 - June 21, 2024
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll footage, capture sound on tape, and shoot and edit news stories.
Photojournalist at NewsNation Network News
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll and sound on tape footage, shoot and edit news stories, and operate drone video/live shots.
Photojournalist at KPRC-TV Channel 2
February 1, 2020 - March 31, 2023
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll and sound on tape footage, and shoot and edit news stories.
Photojournalist at WPTV News Channel 5
September 1, 2018 - February 28, 2020
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll and sound on tape footage, and shoot and edit news stories.
Photojournalist at KPRC-TV Channel 2
June 1, 2015 - September 30, 2018
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll and sound on tape footage, and shoot and edit news stories.
Photojournalist at KXLN-TV 45 Univision
February 1, 2012 - March 31, 2015
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll and sound on tape footage, and shoot and edit news stories.
Promotions Tech at Univision Radio
May 1, 2008 - July 31, 2010
Executed event recaps for KAMA and KOVE, prepared prize bags for promotions, maintained and restocked vans for techs and live broadcasts, set up for remotes and live broadcasts, and interacted with consumers and radio listeners.
Road Service Technician at Stewarts Tire & Auto Center
May 1, 2002 - May 31, 2008
Provided road service assistance including tire changes for stranded customers and greeted customers as a service writer.
UAS Air Specialist at Intertek
August 1, 2025 - Present
Performs UAS-based emissions testing planning and data collection. Roles include UGCS flight planning, total station surveying, and 3D scanning/photography for environmental assessments and product testing.
Photojournalist at KHOU Channel 11
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll, and capture sound on tape as part of news packages; responsible for shooting and editing stories.
Photojournalist at NewsNation Network
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Set up live shots and interviews, shoot B-roll, and produce/edit news packages including VO/SOT.

Education

Certificate of Broadcasting at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007
High School Diploma at South Houston High School
January 1, 2004 - May 31, 2004
Certification at Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2011
Certificate of Broadcasting at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2007
High School Diploma at South Houston High School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2004
Certificate at Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2011
Certificate of Broadcasting at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2007
High School Diploma at South Houston High School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2004

Qualifications

PART 107 Drone Operator
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Lone Star Emmy Award winner
January 1, 2013 - January 14, 2026
PART 107 Certified Drone Operator
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
PART 107 Certified Drone Operator
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Lone Star Emmy Award
January 1, 2013 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government