Lauren Hines

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Hi, I’m Lauren, a Cinematographer and Video Editor based in Southern California.

About

Hi, I’m Lauren, a Cinematographer and Video Editor based in Southern California. I’ve spent the last several years working across commercial, educational, and narrative projects, and I love bringing ideas to life through thoughtful visuals and clean, intentional editing.

I freelance as a cinematographer and editor, shooting and cutting content for brands in wellness, education, and consumer markets. Before that, I spent several years in post-production as an Editor, Lead Video Editor, and Colorist, working on everything from broadcast commercials to long-form educational content. I’m an expert Premiere Pro user, comfortable with multi-cam workflows, color, and asset management, and I love collaborating across departments to make the entire production process smooth and efficient.

Whether I’m lighting a scene, operating camera, or shaping a story in the edit, I care about creating work that’s clean, intentional, and visually compelling. At the end of the day, I just really enjoy making great things with great people.

  • Joined November 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • JapaneseBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 1

Work experience· 9 roles

Camera Operator & Cinematographer · Raindrop AgencyJun 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

Responsible for Cinematography, Camera Operating and maintaining camera systems (Canon, RED, Blackmagic) for commercial productions in studio and in the field shoots with an emphasis on lighting design, composition, and camera movement. Collaborates with Creative Directors, Producers, and on-set teams such as Gaffers, ACs, and Grip departments to execute visual strategies aligned with brand goals. Manage grip, lighting, and camera equipment rentals, setups, and breakdowns. Serves as 1st/2nd AC and DIT on large commercial sets. Collaborate with Creative Directors and Producers to align visual storytelling with brand and performance goals. Awarded “Rookie of the Year” (2024) for adaptability, precision, and technical excellence in a fast-paced creative environment.

Contract Videographer & Video Editor · ProkoApr 2022 – Jul 2022 · 4 mos

Edited scripted and unscripted, long and short form educational content using Adobe Premiere Pro (expert level) in a contract basis. Developed innovative lighting solutions and camera rigs for live multi-cam productions. Co-produced and live-switched large-scale live stream events, demonstrating strong technical problem-solving skills under pressure. Created the top-performing video of the year (2022), generating over 300,000 views.

Video & Photography Specialist · CV SciencesJan 2021 – Apr 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos

Produced branded short-form and long-form video content for social media, e-commerce, and paid advertising campaigns in the wellness industry. Managed the entire post-production process, including color correction, audio sweetening, and motion design.

Lead Video Editor & Colorist · Pretzel Logic ProductionsFeb 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs
Media Coordinator · CV SciencesJan 2018 – Dec 2018 · 1 yr
Independent Videographer · StreamSportsJul 2017 – Mar 2018 · 9 mos
Cinematographer & Video Editor · FreelanceJun 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 6 mos
Video Production Intern · Pixel Productions San DiegoJan 2017 – Jun 2017 · 6 mos

Education

Bachelor of Science · San Diego State University2013 – 2017

Television, Film and New Media – Emphasis in Production Graduated Magna Cum Laude

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