I'm Shamar Kuteyi—a multi-talented videographer, music producer, and storyteller who thrives on turning ideas into vivid visuals and immersive sound. For over eight years I've built a hands-on practice across music composition, film production, audio engineering, and digital media, delivering narrative-driven visuals and high-quality audio for artists, brands, and agencies. I collaborate across departments to align production goals with client vision, and I bring technical precision with an artistic eye—from lighting and cinematography to post-production workflows and sound design. Outside the studio, I enjoy exploring new AI workflows to optimize creative processes and push the boundaries of storytelling on film, TV, and social platforms.

Shamar Kuteyi

I'm Shamar Kuteyi—a multi-talented videographer, music producer, and storyteller who thrives on turning ideas into vivid visuals and immersive sound. For over eight years I've built a hands-on practice across music composition, film production, audio engineering, and digital media, delivering narrative-driven visuals and high-quality audio for artists, brands, and agencies. I collaborate across departments to align production goals with client vision, and I bring technical precision with an artistic eye—from lighting and cinematography to post-production workflows and sound design. Outside the studio, I enjoy exploring new AI workflows to optimize creative processes and push the boundaries of storytelling on film, TV, and social platforms.

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I’m Shamar Kuteyi—a multi-talented videographer, music producer, and storyteller who thrives on turning ideas into vivid visuals and immersive sound. For over eight years I’ve built a hands-on practice across music composition, film production, audio engineering, and digital media, delivering narrative-driven visuals and high-quality audio for artists, brands, and agencies.

I collaborate across departments to align production goals with client vision, and I bring technical precision with an artistic eye—from lighting and cinematography to post-production workflows and sound design. Outside the studio, I enjoy exploring new AI workflows to optimize creative processes and push the boundaries of storytelling on film, TV, and social platforms.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Videographer / Director of Photography at Sariah Productions
January 1, 2018 - Present
Film, direct, and edit live performances, promotional assets, and branded content using Sony FX30, RED Komodo, and DJI Ronin RS4. Develop streamlined post-production workflows to accelerate delivery and maintain visual consistency. Deliver cinematic visuals and narrative-focused content optimized for social and digital platforms. Partner with artists, agencies, and creative teams to align production goals with client vision.
Independent Music Producer / Singer-Songwriter at Grayson Music Group
January 1, 2018 - Present
Compose and produce original music for film, TV, and commercial placements. Collaborate with brands including LEGO, Ford, USPS, Bubly, and Walmart on national advertising campaigns. Lead the full production lifecycle, including songwriting, vocal direction, arrangement, sound design, and mastering. Work closely with directors and editors to ensure seamless audio-visual integration.
Music Producer / Singer-Songwriter at Blended Records
January 1, 2019 - Present
Generated over 150,000 streams across all platforms. Produce and mix music for emerging artists, including Johnny Valentine, Marado, and Molly Moore. Manage recording sessions from studio setup to tracking, arranging, and mastering. Utilize Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro to deliver commercially competitive releases.
Director / Editor / Director of Photography at MTSU
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Becoming American documentary — directed, produced, shot, and edited a short documentary exploring immigration, culture, identity, and the challenges of obtaining U.S. citizenship. Managed multi-camera production, interviews, budgeting, and the full post-production pipeline. Executed color grading and finishing using DaVinci Resolve Studio to deliver broadcast-quality footage.
Director / Cinematographer at Self-Produced
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Home (Short Film) — operated camera systems and led all cinematography for the project. Oversaw editing, lighting design, and color workflow through final delivery.
Podcast Editor & Audio Mixer at Independent
January 1, 2020 - Present
Edited and mixed podcast episodes for Inside the Group Chat, The Bag Ladies, and The Creatures Podcast. Improved dialogue clarity, EQ balance, and overall mix quality for streaming platforms. Curated, mixed, and produced custom music for podcast intros and outros.
AV Technician (Live Production) at Apex Sound & Light
April 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017
Operated mixing consoles, microphones, PA systems, and lighting boards for concerts and corporate events. Supported event setup, breakdown, and live sound reinforcement.
Recording Engineer (Audiobook) at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Directed and oversaw all recording and editing sessions for the audiobook Love at First Sight. Used Pro Tools and Ableton Live to edit, mix, and format audio, ensuring smooth playback and professional delivery.
Live Sound Engineer at The Belonging Co
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Created and ran playback systems for live performances. Edited and arranged songs before, during, and after performances. Utilized timecode with Ableton Live to ensure seamless front-of-house playback.
Audio Engineer at The Bridge Church
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Engineered front-of-house and monitor mixes for weekly services and live events. Conducted sound checks, optimized microphone placement, and troubleshot technical issues during performances.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Certified in Audio Production
January 1, 2018 - January 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment