Hi there, I’m Cassidy T. Jones, a Sacramento-based photojournalist and cinematographer with a passion for telling stories through powerful visuals. I love capturing breaking news, compelling interviews, and cinematic moments for TV and digital platforms, while delivering accurate and engaging storytelling. Over the years I’ve worked across fast-paced newsrooms and film productions, from live helicopter shoots to multi-camera setups. I’m committed to collaboration, reliability, and quality, and I’m excited to bring my camera craft and creative eye to new projects.…

Cassidy T. Jones

Hi there, I’m Cassidy T. Jones, a Sacramento-based photojournalist and cinematographer with a passion for telling stories through powerful visuals. I love capturing breaking news, compelling interviews, and cinematic moments for TV and digital platforms, while delivering accurate and engaging storytelling. Over the years I’ve worked across fast-paced newsrooms and film productions, from live helicopter shoots to multi-camera setups. I’m committed to collaboration, reliability, and quality, and I’m excited to bring my camera craft and creative eye to new projects.…

Available to hire

Hi there, I’m Cassidy T. Jones, a Sacramento-based photojournalist and cinematographer with a passion for telling stories through powerful visuals. I love capturing breaking news, compelling interviews, and cinematic moments for TV and digital platforms, while delivering accurate and engaging storytelling.

Over the years I’ve worked across fast-paced newsrooms and film productions, from live helicopter shoots to multi-camera setups. I’m committed to collaboration, reliability, and quality, and I’m excited to bring my camera craft and creative eye to new projects.

See more

Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photojournalist at KCRA 3 News
September 1, 2024 - Present
Shoot and edit daily news packages for television broadcast and digital platforms; Cover breaking news live with reporters, operating field and studio equipment; Operate LiveCopter 3 helicopter camera/computer system and LiveTracker 3 storm-tracking SUV; Collaborate with reporters, producers, and managers to produce compelling, accurate stories; Manage video catalog systems for storage and retrieval
Photojournalist at FOX40 News
October 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Shot and edited news stories using Sony XDCAM cameras and Adobe Premiere Pro; Covered live and breaking news daily utilizing LiveU and TVU systems; Partnered with reporters to develop and produce long-form stories; Ensured all visual elements aligned with station objectives and brand standards
Mechanical and Technical Occupational Trainee at Department of General Services
September 1, 2019 - October 1, 2023
Produced Hello DGS, a bi-monthly newscast highlighting agency updates; Shot video with Nikon Z6 DSLR and Panasonic AJ-PX270AN cameras; Conducted still photography with Nikon Z6 and Canon D610 cameras; Handled lighting and audio for multi-camera video productions; Edited video and photography using Adobe Creative Cloud applications
Cinematographer at BCM Films
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2019
Served as second cinematographer for multiple short films; Collaborated with crew on script revisions and storyboarding; Assisted production team as needed, including set preparation and coordination
Cinematographer/Editor at Community Work (Video Production)
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2017
Produced promotional videos for schools and district programs; Coordinated interviews and scheduling with district staff; Collaborated with student teams and media instructors on editing and post-production

Education

at California State University Sacramento
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government

Skills

Experience Level