I’m a freelance videographer, video editor, and content creator based in Chicago. I provide headshots for local performers, mostly comics, and I shoot events, engagement photos, and comedy shows around the city. I deliver high-resolution RAW photos that I edit myself using Lightroom and Photoshop. I’m eager to contribute to a dynamic team in a fast-paced, creative environment and bring compelling visuals to life across video, photo, and content projects.

Michael Verdoscia

I’m a freelance videographer, video editor, and content creator based in Chicago. I provide headshots for local performers, mostly comics, and I shoot events, engagement photos, and comedy shows around the city. I deliver high-resolution RAW photos that I edit myself using Lightroom and Photoshop. I’m eager to contribute to a dynamic team in a fast-paced, creative environment and bring compelling visuals to life across video, photo, and content projects.

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I’m a freelance videographer, video editor, and content creator based in Chicago. I provide headshots for local performers, mostly comics, and I shoot events, engagement photos, and comedy shows around the city. I deliver high-resolution RAW photos that I edit myself using Lightroom and Photoshop.

I’m eager to contribute to a dynamic team in a fast-paced, creative environment and bring compelling visuals to life across video, photo, and content projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer at Self-Employed / Freelance
March 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
Provide headshots for local performers (mostly comics) in the Chicago area; shoot events and engagement photos and comedy shows; deliver high-resolution RAW files edited with Lightroom or Photoshop.
Real Estate Photographer at VHT Studios
July 1, 2021 - November 26, 2025
Photograph and upload high-quality RAW photos of properties across the greater Chicago area; color-correct photos using Photoshop and Lightroom.
Video Editor at NBC Sports Chicago
July 31, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Edit pre- and post-game press conferences for local Chicago teams so they can be posted on the NBC Sports Chicago website and paired with articles by staff writers.
Video Editor at The Comedy Bar
July 31, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Took entire comedic sets and edited them down based on individual jokes; clips intended for posting on social media.
Shopper at Amazon (Whole Foods online orders)
April 30, 2021 - April 30, 2021
Shopped groceries for online customers at Whole Foods.
Runner / Busser at The Comedy Bar
July 31, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Worked as a food runner and busser for one of the city’s prominent comedy clubs; supported show operations.
Intern at The Comedy Bar
September 30, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Helped set up tables and direct guests to seats; performed duties to ensure smooth show execution; interns periodically performed stand-up or helped produce shows.
Video Photographer / Editor at Chicago Film Makers
March 31, 2020 - March 31, 2020
Recorded and edited promotional video content for the local film school.
Video Editor at Telescope Fitness
September 30, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Recorded and edited promotional video content for a startup fitness company; also covered events organized by Telescope Fitness.
Programming Intern at International Children's Media Center
August 31, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Watched and reviewed over 200 films; rated and organized them for local film festivals; facilitated several projects to improve children’s interactions with screens.
Video Intern at Hollywood Casting and Film Studios
October 31, 2018 - October 31, 2018
Remote internship with screenwriting and directing; produced two short films featured on the company site.
Assistant Director / Script Supervisor at Cathartic Films
January 31, 2018 - January 31, 2018
Worked on a short film (Book of Faces); assisted the director with shooting schedule, slating, equipment setup, and guided actors; IMDb credit.
Production Assistant at MM Productions (LA)
August 1, 2017 - November 26, 2025
Supported production tasks for Los Angeles-based productions.
Assistant Production / Assistant Grip at Ravi Visions
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Assisted on short film shoots; set up lighting and equipment; slating; assisted grip and logistics; IMDb credit.
Videographer at Tufts University
May 31, 2016 - May 31, 2016
Filmed coaches of a youth baseball team for a behavioral study; shared director’s cut with the research team.
Freelance Photographer/Videographer at Self-employed
March 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
Provide headshots for local performers, mostly comics, shoot events, engagement photos and comedy shows around Chicago. Deliver high-resolution RAW photos that I edit myself using Lightroom and Photoshop.
Sales Associate at Wrigleyville Sports
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Manage, pick and restock inventory. Greet customers and answer any relevant questions. Assist in opening and closing of the store. Bag and checkout items.
Video Editor at NBC Sports Chicago
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Edited pre- and post-game press-conferences of local Chicago sports teams for posting on NBC Sports Chicago site and paired with staff-written articles.
Video Editor at The Comedy Bar
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Took entire comedic sets and edited them down based on individual jokes; clips were prepared for posting on social media.
Amazon Shopper at Amazon / Whole Foods
April 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021
Shopped groceries for online customers at Whole Foods.
Runner / Busser at The Comedy Bar
July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021
Worked as a food runner and busser for one of the city’s prominent comedy clubs; supported staff and ensured shows ran smoothly.
Intern at The Comedy Bar
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Helped set up tables and direct guests to their seats; performed duties to ensure shows ran smoothly. Interns periodically performed stand-up or took a larger role in production.
Video Photographer / Editor at Chicago Film Makers
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Recorded and edited promotional video content for local film school.
Video Editor at Telescope Fitness
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Recorded and edited promotional video content for a startup fitness company that organized group fitness events across Chicago; also recorded and edited events.
Program Planning Intern at International Children's Media Center
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Watched and reviewed over 200 films, rated each and organized them into different local film festivals; helped facilitate several company projects to improve children's interactions with screens.
Video Intern at Hollywood Wood Casting and Film Studios
October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Remote internship with classes on screenwriting and directing; produced two short films featured on the company site.
Assistant Director / Script Supervisor at Cathartic Films
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Worked on a short film (Book of Faces); helped organize shooting schedule, slating, equipment setup, and guided actors; earned IMDb credit.
Production Assistant at MM Productions (LA)
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Assisted producer in various tasks; noted as a production assistant in LA.
Intern at Covert Media (LA)
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Provided script coverage, drafted daily entertainment news newsletters; assisted production executives with various tasks.
Video Intern at Tufts University
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016
Edited/coached film projects for a college-level league baseball team; collaborated with the head of the research team.

Education

B.S. Film & Television, Psychology at Boston University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Second City Improvisation A-E (Completed) at The Second City
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
B.S. Film & Television, Psychology at Boston University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
The Second City Improvisation A-E (Completed) at The Second City
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Second City Improvisation A-E (Completed)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Retail, Education