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Patrick Burns

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Hi, I’m Patrick Burns—a director and editor with a lifelong passion for storytelling and a knack for turning creative ideas into polished, on-target productions.

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Hi, I’m Patrick Burns—a director and editor with a lifelong passion for storytelling and a knack for turning creative ideas into polished, on-target productions. Based in San Jose, I’ve led teams through film, television, and multimedia projects, guiding them from concept through final cut while ensuring quality and audience impact.\n\nI excel at building creative strategies that maximize resources, manage budgets, and navigate the realities of production schedules. With a strong grounding in cinematography and post-production, I collaborate closely with writers, directors, and clients to deliver engaging experiences that meet business objectives and audience expectations.

  • Joined March 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education

Projects · 1

Work experience· 8 roles

Producer/Manager · Ewerts PhotoOct 1986 – Jul 2025 · 38 yrs 10 mos

Supervised and coordinated production activities including camera, lighting, design, and sound crew members. Performed management functions such as budgeting, scheduling, planning, and marketing. Developed and edited scripts, consulted with writers and actors to finalize drafts, and directed live broadcasts, films, and recordings. Negotiated contracts with vendors, talent, and ensured compliance with broadcast media laws. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality control and collaborated with marketing teams for product distribution.

Producer/Manager · Ewerts PhotoApr 1983 – Oct 1986 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Supervised and coordinated production activities including hiring cast and crews, script development, budgeting, scheduling, and marketing. Managed film and tape editing, live broadcasts, and ensured compliance with copyright and legal issues. Collaborated with writers and actors for script changes and provided administrative and management support. Developed marketing plans and negotiated contracts with vendors and talent.

Cinematographer/Photographer · Panorama ProductionsMar 1983 – Aug 2025 · 42 yrs 6 mos

Captured complex scenes in challenging environments and various lighting conditions. Edited and retouched images to meet client expectations and developed custom photographic concepts. Operated and maintained camera and lighting equipment, troubleshot technical issues, and organized equipment inventory. Collaborated with directors and crew to plan filming sequences and achieve desired effects. Researched new cinematography technologies and maintained broadcast equipment.

Cinematographer/Photographer · Panorama ProductionsMar 1983 – Jul 2025 · 42 yrs 5 mos
Director/EditorJan 1982 – Present · 44 yrs 11 mos
Producer/Director · Still N MotionJan 1982 – Present · 44 yrs 11 mos
Producer/Director · Still N MotionJan 1982 – Jun 2024 · 42 yrs 6 mos
Cinematographer/Photographer · Panorama ProductionsJun 1979 – Mar 1983 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Education

Associate in Arts · San Jose State University1981
Associate in Arts (A.A.) · San Jose State University1981
Associate in Arts (A.A.) in Radio, Television, Film and Journalism · San Jose State University1979 – 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Radio, Television, Film and Journalism · San Jose State University2030 – 1981

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