Hi, I'm Gardner Hartung, a digital media creator with a passion for producing engaging videos and visual content. I specialize in everything from filming and editing to conducting interviews and managing social media channels. Over the years, I've worked on a variety of projects including documentaries, commercials, and promotional campaigns, all while honing my skills using Adobe Creative Cloud and professional-grade camera gear. Outside of video production, I enjoy interacting with diverse audiences through platforms like TikTok, where I create dynamic gaming content. I also have hands-on experience teaching and mentoring, coordinating schedules, and working in immersive camp environments focused on environmental science and social-emotional learning. I love combining creativity with strategy to tell stories that resonate and inspire.

Gardner Hartung

Hi, I'm Gardner Hartung, a digital media creator with a passion for producing engaging videos and visual content. I specialize in everything from filming and editing to conducting interviews and managing social media channels. Over the years, I've worked on a variety of projects including documentaries, commercials, and promotional campaigns, all while honing my skills using Adobe Creative Cloud and professional-grade camera gear. Outside of video production, I enjoy interacting with diverse audiences through platforms like TikTok, where I create dynamic gaming content. I also have hands-on experience teaching and mentoring, coordinating schedules, and working in immersive camp environments focused on environmental science and social-emotional learning. I love combining creativity with strategy to tell stories that resonate and inspire.

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Hi, I’m Gardner Hartung, a digital media creator with a passion for producing engaging videos and visual content. I specialize in everything from filming and editing to conducting interviews and managing social media channels. Over the years, I’ve worked on a variety of projects including documentaries, commercials, and promotional campaigns, all while honing my skills using Adobe Creative Cloud and professional-grade camera gear.

Outside of video production, I enjoy interacting with diverse audiences through platforms like TikTok, where I create dynamic gaming content. I also have hands-on experience teaching and mentoring, coordinating schedules, and working in immersive camp environments focused on environmental science and social-emotional learning. I love combining creativity with strategy to tell stories that resonate and inspire.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Videographer at Inquiry for Justice Program at Portland State University
August 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Created various videos for the Inquiry for Justice program, overseeing all production aspects including filming, editing, conducting interviews, capturing B-roll, managing locations, sound recording, and securing photo releases. Produced five short videos and a 20-minute mini-documentary.
Video Creator / Instagram Manager at MESD Outdoor School
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produced videos to promote volunteer growth for Oregon's largest outdoor school program, created short-form videos and formal interviews, conducted community outreach targeting high school and diverse audiences, and managed the Instagram account @mesdodscollins.
Production Assistant at Pie Town Productions (HGTV House Hunters)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Oversaw releases, assisted with craft service runs and production needs, performed still photography for website and streaming thumbnails, managed gear unloading and setup.
Runner at MING Entertainment (ESPN College Football)
December 31, 2023 - July 9, 2025
Assisted on-air crew members and craft service, unloaded trucks, and managed items needed for the ESPN college football set.
Production Crew Member at Various Commercials
January 1, 2022 - Present
Worked on production crews for commercials of brands including Walmart, Subaru of America, and University of Oregon. Tasks included driving talent, securing gear, distributing waivers, and equipment breakdown.
Field Instructor at MESD Outdoor School
September 1, 2019 - Present
6th grade science teacher in a camp environment focusing on environmental science and social-emotional learning; coordinated schedules, mentored high school volunteers, accommodated student needs, and provided residential on-call support.
Associate Manager / Team Lead / Maintenance Technician at Regal Entertainment Group
January 1, 2024 - July 9, 2025
Managed day-to-day operations including money deposits, customer disputes, scheduling, OLCC regulations, promotional events, customer service, employee counseling, and creating showtime schedules for the company.

Education

Associates in Integrated Media at Mt Hood Community College
September 20, 2016 - December 2, 2018
Associates of Applied Science at Mount Hood Community College
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
High School Diploma at Reynolds High School
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Qualifications

Adobe Creative Cloud
September 20, 2016 - July 9, 2025
Preimere, Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, After Effects, Audition

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Gaming