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Hi there! I’m Em Coates, a Memphis-based filmmaker and videographer who loves capturing compelling stories through live and cinematic visuals. I’ve worked on everything from concerts and sports broadcasts to face-paint driven events, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where teamwork and creativity matter. I earned a Bachelor’s in Film and Communication from the University of Memphis, and I’m passionate about mentoring teammates, designing engaging footage, and continually expanding my toolkit with hands-on experience in camera operation, editing, and social media storytelling.…Hi there! I’m Em Coates, a Memphis-based filmmaker and videographer who loves capturing compelling stories through live and cinematic visuals. I’ve worked on everything from concerts and sports broadcasts to face-paint driven events, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where teamwork and creativity matter. I earned a Bachelor’s in Film and Communication from the University of Memphis, and I’m passionate about mentoring teammates, designing engaging footage, and continually expanding my toolkit with hands-on experience in camera operation, editing, and social media storytelling.

Em Coates

Camera Operator, Videographer, Photographer, +4

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Hi there! I’m Em Coates, a Memphis-based filmmaker and videographer who loves capturing compelling stories through live and cinematic visuals. I’ve worked on everything from concerts and sports broadcasts to face-paint driven events, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where teamwork and creativity matter. I earned a Bachelor’s in Film and Communication from the University of Memphis, and I’m passionate about mentoring teammates, designing engaging footage, and continually expanding my toolkit with hands-on experience in camera operation, editing, and social media storytelling.…Hi there! I’m Em Coates, a Memphis-based filmmaker and videographer who loves capturing compelling stories through live and cinematic visuals. I’ve worked on everything from concerts and sports broadcasts to face-paint driven events, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where teamwork and creativity matter. I earned a Bachelor’s in Film and Communication from the University of Memphis, and I’m passionate about mentoring teammates, designing engaging footage, and continually expanding my toolkit with hands-on experience in camera operation, editing, and social media storytelling.

Available to hire

Hi there! I’m Em Coates, a Memphis-based filmmaker and videographer who loves capturing compelling stories through live and cinematic visuals. I’ve worked on everything from concerts and sports broadcasts to face-paint driven events, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where teamwork and creativity matter.

I earned a Bachelor’s in Film and Communication from the University of Memphis, and I’m passionate about mentoring teammates, designing engaging footage, and continually expanding my toolkit with hands-on experience in camera operation, editing, and social media storytelling.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Photography/Face Paint Supervisor at Venu+

May 1, 2025 - Present

Pitching and selling to customers. Taking initiative with leading, designing face paints, training, and opening and closing registers. Establishing and maintaining inventory and cleanliness.

Camera Operator at AutoZone Park

June 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025

Operating a camera for live game-day footage for sports broadcasts. Set up and take down equipment quickly and efficiently. Ensured cameras were properly maintained and given quality care.

Video Intern at Overton Park Shell

June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024

Operates live camera equipment during concerts. Directed multi-camera setups to capture engaging footage. Set up and dismantled camera equipment efficiently.

Photography/Face Paint Supervisor at Mystery Pix (Venu+)

July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2024

Pitched and sold to customers. Led design of face paints, trained staff, opening and closing registers. Established and maintained inventory and cleanliness.