I’m a videographer and video editor with 6+ years of experience helping brands, creators, and businesses turn ideas into compelling video content. I specialize in cinematic storytelling, podcast production, social media videos, and event coverage. My work includes filming, editing, and producing content for YouTube, podcasts, weddings, and branded marketing videos. I’m comfortable working with multi-camera setups, professional cinema cameras, stabilized rigs, and industry editing software including Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve. Whether you need a polished edit, a full video production, or a creative partner to help shape your story, I bring strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a focus on delivering high-quality work that connects with your audience.

Braden Smith

I’m a videographer and video editor with 6+ years of experience helping brands, creators, and businesses turn ideas into compelling video content. I specialize in cinematic storytelling, podcast production, social media videos, and event coverage. My work includes filming, editing, and producing content for YouTube, podcasts, weddings, and branded marketing videos. I’m comfortable working with multi-camera setups, professional cinema cameras, stabilized rigs, and industry editing software including Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve. Whether you need a polished edit, a full video production, or a creative partner to help shape your story, I bring strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a focus on delivering high-quality work that connects with your audience.

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I’m a videographer and video editor with 6+ years of experience helping brands, creators, and businesses turn ideas into compelling video content. I specialize in cinematic storytelling, podcast production, social media videos, and event coverage.

My work includes filming, editing, and producing content for YouTube, podcasts, weddings, and branded marketing videos. I’m comfortable working with multi-camera setups, professional cinema cameras, stabilized rigs, and industry editing software including Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve.

Whether you need a polished edit, a full video production, or a creative partner to help shape your story, I bring strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a focus on delivering high-quality work that connects with your audience.

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Work Experience

Digital Storyteller & Lighting Lead at Northwoods Community Church
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead full video production for live events, weekly services, and special productions, serving as camera operator, video director, and AVL technical support, while ensuring seamless coordination between lighting, audio, and visual elements. Design, program, and operate advanced stage lighting systems (GrandMA3) to enhance storytelling and immersive audience experiences. Program weekly lighting cues aligned with run-of-show timelines, ensuring smooth transitions between performances and talks. Capture, edit, and deliver cinematic video content including testimonies, promotional films, and branded storytelling for digital platforms and live services. Direct camera operators and coordinate multi-camera workflows, maintaining consistent visual quality and proper framing. Collaborate with creative teams, pastors, and event coordinators to plan and deliver high-quality visual productions aligned with vision and objectives. Manage production equipment, overseeing setup/teardown and real-time t
Digital Storyteller & Media Associate at Northwoods Community Church
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Led full video production for live events, weekly services, and special productions, serving as camera operator, video director, and AVL technical support; designed, programmed, and maintained stage lighting systems; programmed and managed weekly lighting cues; captured and delivered cinematic content for testimonies, promotional films, and branded storytelling for digital platforms and organizational communications. Direct multi-camera workflows and coordinate visual production from planning through delivery; collaborate with pastors and teams to ensure alignment with creative vision. Manage production equipment and troubleshooting in fast-paced live environments.
Founder & Lead Videographer at Capture Wedding Co.
January 1, 2021 - Present
Lead full production of cinematic wedding films from initial client consultation through final delivery, overseeing pre-production planning, filming, lighting design, audio capture, and post-production editing to create high-quality, emotionally driven stories. Coordinate client communication, scheduling, and logistics to ensure clear expectations and timely delivery. Craft story-driven films using professional cinema equipment and advanced lighting techniques to deliver cinematic content optimized for digital platforms. Manage end-to-end production workflow and maintain consistent quality and deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma at Princeton Community High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Remote Pilot Certification — FAA Part 107
January 11, 2030 - March 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education