Hi, I’m Ken Morales, a professional photographer and videographer based in San Antonio, Texas. I’ve built a career capturing cinematic, commercial-grade visual content across diverse environments—from construction sites and retail spaces to gyms, salons, and corporate settings. I own and operate professional DSLR/mirrorless systems and FAA-compliant drone equipment, and I excel at delivering high-quality horizontal and vertical content tailored for websites, interviews, documentaries, and social platforms. I’m highly organized, self-directed, and dependable, with a proven ability to manage multiple locations per project while delivering HD/4K raw assets properly framed, lit, and structured for seamless post-production workflows. I’m open to relocation as needed. Beyond hands-on shooting, I’ve led end-to-end content strategies for B2B brands, produced marketing-ready content, and taught cinema production. My work spans commercial and documentary projects, and I thrive on clear communication, collaboration, and delivering results that drive growth.

Ken Morales

Hi, I’m Ken Morales, a professional photographer and videographer based in San Antonio, Texas. I’ve built a career capturing cinematic, commercial-grade visual content across diverse environments—from construction sites and retail spaces to gyms, salons, and corporate settings. I own and operate professional DSLR/mirrorless systems and FAA-compliant drone equipment, and I excel at delivering high-quality horizontal and vertical content tailored for websites, interviews, documentaries, and social platforms. I’m highly organized, self-directed, and dependable, with a proven ability to manage multiple locations per project while delivering HD/4K raw assets properly framed, lit, and structured for seamless post-production workflows. I’m open to relocation as needed. Beyond hands-on shooting, I’ve led end-to-end content strategies for B2B brands, produced marketing-ready content, and taught cinema production. My work spans commercial and documentary projects, and I thrive on clear communication, collaboration, and delivering results that drive growth.

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Hi, I’m Ken Morales, a professional photographer and videographer based in San Antonio, Texas. I’ve built a career capturing cinematic, commercial-grade visual content across diverse environments—from construction sites and retail spaces to gyms, salons, and corporate settings. I own and operate professional DSLR/mirrorless systems and FAA-compliant drone equipment, and I excel at delivering high-quality horizontal and vertical content tailored for websites, interviews, documentaries, and social platforms. I’m highly organized, self-directed, and dependable, with a proven ability to manage multiple locations per project while delivering HD/4K raw assets properly framed, lit, and structured for seamless post-production workflows. I’m open to relocation as needed.

Beyond hands-on shooting, I’ve led end-to-end content strategies for B2B brands, produced marketing-ready content, and taught cinema production. My work spans commercial and documentary projects, and I thrive on clear communication, collaboration, and delivering results that drive growth.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of B2B Productions at Guild Social
May 1, 2024 - Present
Seasoned content creator specializing in B2B short-form video that converts. Lead end-to-end content strategy for businesses, handling concept development, scripting, shooting, and editing with a results-first mindset. Hands-on, fast, and focused on clarity, ensuring every piece of content has purpose, hits the right audience, and drives measurable growth.
Director/Cinematographer at Empyrean Motion Pictures
January 1, 2008 - Present
Lead cinematography and photography for commercial, documentary, and branded content projects. Capture on-location footage in dynamic environments including businesses, production spaces, and commercial properties. Produce marketing-ready visual content for websites, digital ads, and social media. Manage full production workflow including shot planning, capture, and organized asset delivery. Deliver HD/4K raw files formatted for client editing teams.
Podcast Producer & Director at Empyrean Motion Pictures
October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Conceptualized, produced, and hosted original film-focused podcast content under the Empyrean Motion Pictures banner. Managed end-to-end production, including pre-production planning, recording, editing, and distribution. Developed episode formats, cold opens, and discussion outlines to maintain consistent tone, pacing, and audience engagement. Conducted interviews with filmmakers and creatives, guiding conversations to extract clear narratives and actionable insights. Oversaw technical setup, including microphones, audio levels, and post-production sound design. Published and optimized episodes across major platforms and social channels, aligning podcast content with brand identity and film projects.
Professor of Cinema Production at Mediatech Institute
August 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
College professor teaching entry-level to advanced cinema courses.
Professor of Cinematic Studies (Media-tech) at Media Tech Institute
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Director, Writer, Producer; taught cinematic studies and produced related coursework.
Director, Writer, Producer at Hideout
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Directed, wrote, and produced the feature project 'Hideout' (Hideout-feature).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cinema/Television Production at Columbia College
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026

Qualifications

Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026
Driver's License
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail