I’m a Los Angeles–based videographer specializing in documenting complex, real-world environments with clarity, safety, and consistency. My work spans aerial drone capture, ground-based production, underwater filming, and long-term documentation projects, with a focus on translating technical subjects into clear, usable visual content. I bring over ten years of experience working in active, safety-sensitive settings including construction sites, industrial locations, marine environments, and large institutional campuses. I’m a licensed drone pilot with formal instructional experience in drone safety and responsible flight operations, and I’m comfortable coordinating around crews, equipment, and site protocols without disrupting ongoing work. Across projects, I prioritize repeatable capture, reliable delivery, and thoughtful planning, whether documenting construction progress, producing vertical-first short-form content for social platforms, capturing underwater environments, or supporting larger documentary and promotional efforts. Clients value my calm approach, strong organization, and ability to deliver both polished edits and well-structured raw footage that shines in a variety of mediums.

Ashton Dodd

I’m a Los Angeles–based videographer specializing in documenting complex, real-world environments with clarity, safety, and consistency. My work spans aerial drone capture, ground-based production, underwater filming, and long-term documentation projects, with a focus on translating technical subjects into clear, usable visual content. I bring over ten years of experience working in active, safety-sensitive settings including construction sites, industrial locations, marine environments, and large institutional campuses. I’m a licensed drone pilot with formal instructional experience in drone safety and responsible flight operations, and I’m comfortable coordinating around crews, equipment, and site protocols without disrupting ongoing work. Across projects, I prioritize repeatable capture, reliable delivery, and thoughtful planning, whether documenting construction progress, producing vertical-first short-form content for social platforms, capturing underwater environments, or supporting larger documentary and promotional efforts. Clients value my calm approach, strong organization, and ability to deliver both polished edits and well-structured raw footage that shines in a variety of mediums.

Available to hire

I’m a Los Angeles–based videographer specializing in documenting complex, real-world environments with clarity, safety, and consistency. My work spans aerial drone capture, ground-based production, underwater filming, and long-term documentation projects, with a focus on translating technical subjects into clear, usable visual content.
I bring over ten years of experience working in active, safety-sensitive settings including construction sites, industrial locations, marine environments, and large institutional campuses. I’m a licensed drone pilot with formal instructional experience in drone safety and responsible flight operations, and I’m comfortable coordinating around crews, equipment, and site protocols without disrupting ongoing work.
Across projects, I prioritize repeatable capture, reliable delivery, and thoughtful planning, whether documenting construction progress, producing vertical-first short-form content for social platforms, capturing underwater environments, or supporting larger documentary and promotional efforts. Clients value my calm approach, strong organization, and ability to deliver both polished edits and well-structured raw footage that shines in a variety of mediums.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Technology & Support Supervisor — Film Production & Capture Operations at USC School of Cinematic Arts
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Led capture and documentation workflows across active production, construction, and technical environments within a large institutional setting. Directed on-site drone aerial documentation and ground camera coverage for construction progress and safety-sensitive environments. Designed repeatable capture standards and long-term progress tracking workflows, with a focus on on-time delivery, QA, and archival-ready media packages for stakeholders. Managed media ingest, organization, QC, and delivery for stakeholders requiring edited content and raw archival footage. Ensured high-visibility projects were supported with professionalism, discretion, and schedule reliability.
Creative Technology & Support Consultant II at USC School of Cinematic Arts
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Supported daily technical operations in complex environments involving large equipment and safety-aware workflows. Assisted with site documentation, progress capture, and technical video deliverables. Developed a reputation for calm, dependable execution in fast-moving and high-pressure settings. Contributed to the refinement of capture workflows and ensured secure, timely delivery of media assets.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Drone Pilot License
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet