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I'm Michael J. Murphy, a videographer and live event production specialist based in San Francisco. I blend decades of stage experience with a strong background in broadcast operations to capture engaging, high-quality video documentation of assemblies, performances, and large-scale events. From multi-camera coverage to lighting and audio capture, I focus on storytelling through video and ensure deliverables are polished for digital distribution and community engagement.…I'm Michael J. Murphy, a videographer and live event production specialist based in San Francisco. I blend decades of stage experience with a strong background in broadcast operations to capture engaging, high-quality video documentation of assemblies, performances, and large-scale events. From multi-camera coverage to lighting and audio capture, I focus on storytelling through video and ensure deliverables are polished for digital distribution and community engagement.

Michael J. Murphy

Stagehand, Production Manager, Audio Engineer, +5

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I'm Michael J. Murphy, a videographer and live event production specialist based in San Francisco. I blend decades of stage experience with a strong background in broadcast operations to capture engaging, high-quality video documentation of assemblies, performances, and large-scale events. From multi-camera coverage to lighting and audio capture, I focus on storytelling through video and ensure deliverables are polished for digital distribution and community engagement.…I'm Michael J. Murphy, a videographer and live event production specialist based in San Francisco. I blend decades of stage experience with a strong background in broadcast operations to capture engaging, high-quality video documentation of assemblies, performances, and large-scale events. From multi-camera coverage to lighting and audio capture, I focus on storytelling through video and ensure deliverables are polished for digital distribution and community engagement.

Available to hire

I’m Michael J. Murphy, a videographer and live event production specialist based in San Francisco. I blend decades of stage experience with a strong background in broadcast operations to capture engaging, high-quality video documentation of assemblies, performances, and large-scale events.

From multi-camera coverage to lighting and audio capture, I focus on storytelling through video and ensure deliverables are polished for digital distribution and community engagement.

Skills

Corporate Video

Music Video

Experience Level

Corporate Video

Expert

Music Video

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Videographer at Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School

January 1, 2020 - Present

Capture multi-camera coverage of assemblies, performances, and school events; edit and produce polished video deliverables; handle lighting design and audio capture; create content for digital distribution and community engagement.

Technical Director / Live Events at Cow Palace

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025

Directed large-scale live productions; integrated video, lighting, and audio systems; managed crews and event timelines.

Union Head of House at Cow Palace

January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2025

Coordinated all productions as the technical director of special events and handled payroll.

Production Manager, Stage Manager, Guitar Tech, Lighting Director, Merchandise Salesman, Tour Manager at Various Bay Area Metal Bands

January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2005

Managed all aspects of production on the road over 24 years, including coordination of day-to-day operations and technical aspects during performances.

Music Director and On-Air Talent at San Francisco City College Broadcasting

January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1993

Scheduled television and video playbacks, managed videotaping class projects, worked as a cameraman on studio productions, and handled various broadcasting needs.