I am a passionate filmmaker from St. Louis who discovered my love for visual storytelling through a blend of art, film, and nature. Since launching my video production career in 2020, I’ve worked on TV sets, corporate campaigns, and award-winning films, growing from Production Assistant to Director of Photography. On set, I specialize in cinematography, set design, and lighting which allows me to express my artistic vision.

Dominik Espey

I am a passionate filmmaker from St. Louis who discovered my love for visual storytelling through a blend of art, film, and nature. Since launching my video production career in 2020, I’ve worked on TV sets, corporate campaigns, and award-winning films, growing from Production Assistant to Director of Photography. On set, I specialize in cinematography, set design, and lighting which allows me to express my artistic vision.

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I am a passionate filmmaker from St. Louis who discovered my love for visual storytelling through a blend of art, film, and nature. Since launching my video production career in 2020, I’ve worked on TV sets, corporate campaigns, and award-winning films, growing from Production Assistant to Director of Photography. On set, I specialize in cinematography, set design, and lighting which allows me to express my artistic vision.

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Work Experience

Executive Producer / Lead Editor / Director of Photography at Making a Miracle Foundation
November 30, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Enhanced the Red Shoe Society's digital footprint by creating two informational videos and one promotional video that captured the positive impact the organization has on its community.
Director / Director of Photography / Executive Producer / Editor at The Outlander - Documentary
March 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Visually expressed the organization’s goals, mission, and the tragic reality of infertility by showcasing MAK's initial fundraiser event in a 3-minute film.
Lead Filmmaker at High Exposure Media
June 1, 2022 - Present
Creative and detail-oriented with expertise in capturing high-quality visuals across various events and productions. Worked efficiently with a smaller crew and was responsible for a variety of roles, expressing artistic skill sets in composition, lighting, and set design.
Video Production Manager at Millennium Productions
June 30, 2025 - August 6, 2025
Oversaw all creative media services for each client. Collaborated with production and advertising teams to translate media into compelling visual stories that uphold brand quality and reflect project goals.
Videographer / Gaffer at We Are Echos
June 30, 2022 - Present
Creative and detail-oriented with expertise in capturing high-quality visuals across various events & productions. Work efficiently with a smaller crew and be responsible for a variety of roles. Express artistic skillset in composition, lighting, and set design

Education

Bachelor in Film & Television Production at Webster University
August 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
at St. Louis Community College
January 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

Kinematifest Film Festival Awards
January 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Dean’s List (3x)
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Honors Graduate
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services, Education
    uniE608 Creative Cinematography Reel
    A reel from the creative projects I've shot over the years. This ranges from passion projects, films, and social media projects video