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I'm Ben Palmer, a video producer and photographer with 14+ years of experience in directing, cinematography, and high-end visual storytelling. I specialize in managing full-cycle productions—from conducting Story Discovery sessions with founders to overseeing $500K+ budgets and leading 5–10 person crews. I’m passionate about technical excellence (RED/Sony systems) and delivering an exceptional client experience through emotionally-driven filmmaking that tells meaningful stories.…I'm Ben Palmer, a video producer and photographer with 14+ years of experience in directing, cinematography, and high-end visual storytelling. I specialize in managing full-cycle productions—from conducting Story Discovery sessions with founders to overseeing $500K+ budgets and leading 5–10 person crews. I’m passionate about technical excellence (RED/Sony systems) and delivering an exceptional client experience through emotionally-driven filmmaking that tells meaningful stories.

Ben Palmer

Cinematographer, Photographer, Film Director, +2

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I'm Ben Palmer, a video producer and photographer with 14+ years of experience in directing, cinematography, and high-end visual storytelling. I specialize in managing full-cycle productions—from conducting Story Discovery sessions with founders to overseeing $500K+ budgets and leading 5–10 person crews. I’m passionate about technical excellence (RED/Sony systems) and delivering an exceptional client experience through emotionally-driven filmmaking that tells meaningful stories.…I'm Ben Palmer, a video producer and photographer with 14+ years of experience in directing, cinematography, and high-end visual storytelling. I specialize in managing full-cycle productions—from conducting Story Discovery sessions with founders to overseeing $500K+ budgets and leading 5–10 person crews. I’m passionate about technical excellence (RED/Sony systems) and delivering an exceptional client experience through emotionally-driven filmmaking that tells meaningful stories.

Available to hire

I’m Ben Palmer, a video producer and photographer with 14+ years of experience in directing, cinematography, and high-end visual storytelling. I specialize in managing full-cycle productions—from conducting Story Discovery sessions with founders to overseeing $500K+ budgets and leading 5–10 person crews.

I’m passionate about technical excellence (RED/Sony systems) and delivering an exceptional client experience through emotionally-driven filmmaking that tells meaningful stories.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Executive Producer and Director at Story Studio

November 1, 2024 - Present

Strategic Story Discovery: facilitated intensive sessions with founders to identify core narratives and translate mission-driven values into actionable 1-2 page story summaries that inform all visual assets. Production Leadership & Team Management: recruit, hire, and manage film crews (typically 5–10 members); oversee personnel logistics, including contract negotiation, payroll, and on-set coordination to ensure peak performance. Client Experience Excellence: prioritize emotional storytelling, technical precision, and seamless project management to deliver an incredible client experience. Full-Cycle Video Production: direct and produce a diverse portfolio including mini-documentaries, commercials, corporate brand films, and video podcasts from concept to delivery.

Multimedia Producer at Atlantic Coast Mortgage

November 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024

Developed and oversaw a new video offering called 'Story Video' guiding walking clients through a story template and producing a short film based on their story. Oversaw creative development and delivery for every video and photo project, including video reels for social, customer success stories, event videos, headshots, and event photography. Pitched and oversaw a video series 'Why I Chose ACM' featuring different loan officers as a recruiting tool.

Creative Producer at Distant Moon

June 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023

Produced an 18-minute documentary for a national non-profit, coordinating film crews in four cities, booking travel and talent, operating RED camera systems, and tracking a $200k production budget. Produced commercials, documentaries, and online courses for brands such as DoorDash, Hillsdale College, and FreeThink. Created budgets for projects ranging from $100k to $500k, including work for a major streaming platform with over 1 million subscribers. Developed and implemented streamlined production processes to improve efficiency across internal teams and contractors.

Director / Producer at Eastbourne Media

July 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022

Directed and produced mini-documentaries for local non-profits and faith-based organizations in Baltimore and Washington, DC. Filmed NowThis Politics news segments, including interviews with Bernie Sanders and Dave Chappelle. Shot and edited over 25 wedding films, earning multiple 5-star ratings on WeddingWire and becoming one of Virginia/DC's top wedding videographers.

Content Acquisition Manager at StoryBlocks

July 1, 2014 - July 1, 2018

Managed an annual budget of $250,000 to license stock media content from creators worldwide. Collaborated with engineering and marketing to launch a multichannel marketing campaign to promote new stock media content.

Specialist at Apple Retail

March 1, 2011 - December 1, 2013

Led educational workshops to teach customers how to use Apple software, including iMovie and photo editing on iPhone.