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I am a cinematographer and creative director with 7+ years of experience shaping cinematic stories for global brands, documentaries, and live productions. I blend natural lighting in unconventional spaces to create worlds that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Roger Deakins, I bring a balance of naturalism and imaginative vision to each project. I've led fast-paced productions for Apple, Netflix, Showtime, and NBC, delivering content viewed by millions worldwide.…I am a cinematographer and creative director with 7+ years of experience shaping cinematic stories for global brands, documentaries, and live productions. I blend natural lighting in unconventional spaces to create worlds that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Roger Deakins, I bring a balance of naturalism and imaginative vision to each project. I've led fast-paced productions for Apple, Netflix, Showtime, and NBC, delivering content viewed by millions worldwide.

Marcel J. Scott

Cinematographer, Creative Director, Director of Photography, +2

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I am a cinematographer and creative director with 7+ years of experience shaping cinematic stories for global brands, documentaries, and live productions. I blend natural lighting in unconventional spaces to create worlds that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Roger Deakins, I bring a balance of naturalism and imaginative vision to each project. I've led fast-paced productions for Apple, Netflix, Showtime, and NBC, delivering content viewed by millions worldwide.…I am a cinematographer and creative director with 7+ years of experience shaping cinematic stories for global brands, documentaries, and live productions. I blend natural lighting in unconventional spaces to create worlds that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Roger Deakins, I bring a balance of naturalism and imaginative vision to each project. I've led fast-paced productions for Apple, Netflix, Showtime, and NBC, delivering content viewed by millions worldwide.

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I am a cinematographer and creative director with 7+ years of experience shaping cinematic stories for global brands, documentaries, and live productions.

I blend natural lighting in unconventional spaces to create worlds that feel both familiar and otherworldly. Influenced by Edward Hopper and Roger Deakins, I bring a balance of naturalism and imaginative vision to each project. I’ve led fast-paced productions for Apple, Netflix, Showtime, and NBC, delivering content viewed by millions worldwide.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Adobe Photoshop

Final Cut Pro X

Experience Level

Adobe After Effects

Expert

Adobe Premiere Pro

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Work Experience

Director of Photography & 1st AC (Contractor) at Apple

January 1, 2023 - Present

Delivered 20+ high-profile campaigns for Apple products, viewed globally by millions. Collaborated with creative and technical teams to align storytelling with brand standards. Directed lighting and camera crews of 10+ members; optimized workflows under high-pressure timelines.

Production Non-Technician & Equipment Manager at Ghost Hand Productions

March 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021

Supported 10+ productions for Showtime and NBC; provided on-set equipment expertise. Oversaw rigging and troubleshooting of professional camera and lighting systems. Improved setup efficiency, cutting average prep time by 15% without compromising quality.

Producer & Project Manager at Urban Samurai Creative

January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2019

Produced live broadcasts for Intuit TV, engaging 10,000+ viewers per stream. Coordinated press conferences for Intuit’s CEO and supported events for Facebook and Google. Balanced creative storytelling with logistical execution to ensure seamless delivery.

Creative Director at Summit Sessions

April 1, 2018 - Present

Founded and scaled a live music streaming platform during the pandemic, producing 150+ broadcasts. Grew audiences from 100 to 5,000+ weekly; cumulative reach of 250,000+ viewers across platforms. Managed budgets, artist relations, and production logistics to maximize impact with minimal resources. Delivered freelance projects for Netflix and other clients, adapting to diverse creative needs.

Assistant Campaign Manager (Contractor) at Comcast

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Oversaw scheduling and delivery of 1,000+ commercials weekly across regional and national networks. Collaborated with broadcast partners to optimize ad placements and ensure compliance. Maintained campaign performance across durations from 3 days to 24 months.

Editor-in-Chief / Opinions Editor at Diablo Valley College Inquirer

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Authored 80+ published pieces spanning articles, podcasts, and multi-media features. Led a newsroom of 32 staff; oversaw production of weekly newspapers and digital content. Delivered a 28-page magazine issue under tight deadlines, managing 28 of 32 pages personally.