I have always loved filmmaking and telling stories through images. I focus on making each shot count and using all equipment to professional standards, lighting scenes creatively and professionally.

About

I have always loved filmmaking and telling stories through images. I focus on making each shot count and using all equipment to professional standards, lighting scenes creatively and professionally. I enjoy working with others and am passionate about continuing to learn and grow in the field of video production.

I am dedicated to creating and telling stories through video in any way and anywhere I can. I give my all to every project and am eager to keep expanding my skills and experience.

  • 6 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Director of Photography & Colorist · Volt Cinema, LLCJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Worked part-time as Director of Photography and Colorist. Additionally, freelanced as gaffer on indie films including Broken Bonds, The Caretaker, Mail Lady 1 & 2, and From Nuts to Guts. Provided gaffing and 1st Assistant Camera work on music videos, small spec commercials, and a Mini Documentary. Also worked as G&E swing.

Cinematographer & Colorist · MTN StudiosDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos

Handled cinematography and color grading tasks. Edited podcasts and served as a video/audio technician for North Boulevard Church of Christ.

Videographer · Indie Rose WeddingsDec 2024 – Jan 2025 · 2 mos

Operated gimbals and Steadicams, organized shots, set up equipment, ran audio and lighting for wedding shoots. Managed all-day shoots to acquire diverse shots collaboratively with a partner.

Gaffer · FreelanceSep 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos
Camera Operation, Directing & Technical Directing · North Boulevard Church of ChristAug 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 4 mos

Education

Bachelor's Degree · Middle Tennessee State University2015 – 2021

Certifications and awards

Part 107 Drone License2022 – 2026

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