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Hi I’m Maria! I’m a creative production and camera department pro with over a decade of experience across commercial, music, narrative, fashion, and branded content. I am equally at home on set or behind a laptop. I’m passionate about connecting the right people for the job and making sure everyone from client to crew feels seen and taken care of. I’m known for great taste in shoes, deep love of travel, and making things happen—on time and on budget. Good vibes only.…Hi I’m Maria! I’m a creative production and camera department pro with over a decade of experience across commercial, music, narrative, fashion, and branded content. I am equally at home on set or behind a laptop. I’m passionate about connecting the right people for the job and making sure everyone from client to crew feels seen and taken care of. I’m known for great taste in shoes, deep love of travel, and making things happen—on time and on budget. Good vibes only.

Maria Valletta

Camera Operator, Photographer, Director of Photography, +2

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Hi I’m Maria! I’m a creative production and camera department pro with over a decade of experience across commercial, music, narrative, fashion, and branded content. I am equally at home on set or behind a laptop. I’m passionate about connecting the right people for the job and making sure everyone from client to crew feels seen and taken care of. I’m known for great taste in shoes, deep love of travel, and making things happen—on time and on budget. Good vibes only.…Hi I’m Maria! I’m a creative production and camera department pro with over a decade of experience across commercial, music, narrative, fashion, and branded content. I am equally at home on set or behind a laptop. I’m passionate about connecting the right people for the job and making sure everyone from client to crew feels seen and taken care of. I’m known for great taste in shoes, deep love of travel, and making things happen—on time and on budget. Good vibes only.

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Hi I’m Maria! I’m a creative production and camera department pro with over a decade of experience across commercial, music, narrative, fashion, and branded content. I am equally at home on set or behind a laptop.
I’m passionate about connecting the right people for the job and making sure everyone from client to crew feels seen and taken care of. I’m known for great taste in shoes, deep love of travel, and making things happen—on time and on budget. Good vibes only.

Skills

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Lead / Production Manager

January 1, 2020 - Present

Lead end-to-end production for photo and video projects from pre-production through wrap. Own production budgets, crew hiring, locations, permitting, gear rentals, and vendor coordination. Partner closely with clients, directors, photographers, and creative teams to execute brand-aligned campaigns across e-commerce, social, and marketing channels. Representative projects include JBL Solo/Trio, Chevrolet | CMA Awards 2025, Cracker Barrel Sounds of the Season, GoNoodle x NFL, and Dish Summer of Secrets.

Photographer / Camera Operator

January 1, 2021 - Present

Capture and execute photo and video content for commercial and branded campaigns, including work with Apple Music, LG, Sabrina Carpenter, Dolly Parton (Just to name a few). Collaborate with producers, stylists, and creative leadership to bring concepts to life with consistent visual storytelling. Lead lighting, composition, and on-set execution to ensure high-quality, brand-consistent deliverables.

Assistant Camera at Local 600

January 1, 2016 - Present

Support camera department operations on large-scale professional productions. Manage camera builds, media handling, logging, and organization of assets in fast-paced environments. Collaborate across departments to maintain production efficiency and technical precision.

Rental Associate & Prep Technician at DBV Rentals

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018

Prepped camera, grip, and lighting equipment for commercial and independent productions. Created quotes, managed invoicing, and coordinated closely with producers, DPs, and ACs. Assisted in implementing a new barcode-based inventory system.