Hi, I'm Ricardo! I'm passionate about storytelling through visuals, specializing in video production, filmmaking, and photography. Currently based in Austin, I create engaging content for Texas Athletics and have experience working on a range of projects from narrative films and documentaries to public service campaigns. I love collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life, whether behind the camera as a Director of Photography or in post-production editing. With hands-on experience across filming, editing, and producing content, I strive to deliver high-quality media that connects with audiences.

Ricardo S. Veliz

Hi, I'm Ricardo! I'm passionate about storytelling through visuals, specializing in video production, filmmaking, and photography. Currently based in Austin, I create engaging content for Texas Athletics and have experience working on a range of projects from narrative films and documentaries to public service campaigns. I love collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life, whether behind the camera as a Director of Photography or in post-production editing. With hands-on experience across filming, editing, and producing content, I strive to deliver high-quality media that connects with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Ricardo! I’m passionate about storytelling through visuals, specializing in video production, filmmaking, and photography. Currently based in Austin, I create engaging content for Texas Athletics and have experience working on a range of projects from narrative films and documentaries to public service campaigns.

I love collaborating with creative teams to bring stories to life, whether behind the camera as a Director of Photography or in post-production editing. With hands-on experience across filming, editing, and producing content, I strive to deliver high-quality media that connects with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Production Assistant at Geo Media
November 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Supported video production for TxDOT public service campaigns including “If You Love It, Click It” and “Save Me With a Seat.” Served as stills photographer for the CDC’s “HEAR HER” public awareness initiative. Assisted camera operations and logistics for Emergency Medical Services “Life-Saving Life Changing” commercial.
Production Assistant at Geo Media
November 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Supported video production for TxDOT public service campaigns: “If You Love It, Click It” and “Save Me With a Seat”. Served as stills photographer for the CDC’s “HEAR HER” public awareness initiative. Assisted camera operations and logistics for Emergency Medical Services “Life-Saving Life Changing” commercial.
Production Assistant at Geo Media
November 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Supported video production for TxDOT public service campaigns: “If You Love It, Click It” and “Save Me With a Seat”. Served as stills photographer for the CDC’s “HEAR HER” public awareness initiative. Assisted camera operations and logistics for Emergency Medical Services “Life-Saving Life Changing” commercial.
Production Assistant at Geo Media
November 30, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Supported video production for TxDOT public service campaigns: “If You Love It, Click It” and “Save Me With a Seat”. Served as stills photographer for the CDC’s “HEAR HER” public awareness initiative. Assisted camera operations and logistics for Emergency Medical Services “Life-Saving Life Changing” commercial.
Content Creator at Texas Athletics
September 1, 2023 - Present
Creative video professional with hands-on experience in capturing, editing, and producing content for Texas Athletics programs. Collaborated on feature content and original series for digital and social platforms. Traveled with athletic teams for regular and postseason events to ensure timely, high-quality media coverage. Organized, labeled, and archived multimedia assets for efficient retrieval and long-term use. Photographed and filmed non-game events such as recruiting visits, athlete headshots, portraits, and student-athlete development events. Prepared and delivered final content for upload to streaming platforms, ensuring proper formatting, compression, and quality control.
Content Creator at Texas Athletics
September 1, 2023 - Present
Creative video with hands-on experience in capturing, editing, and producing content for the Texas Athletics programs. Collaborate on feature content and original series for digital and social platforms. Travel with athletic teams for regular and postseason events, ensuring timely, high-quality media coverage. Organize, label, and archive multimedia assets for efficient retrieval and long-term use. Photograph and film for non-game events such as recruiting visits, athlete headshots and portraits, and student-athlete development events. Prepared and delivered final content for upload to streaming platforms, ensuring proper formatting, compression, and quality control.
Content Creator at Texas Athletics
September 1, 2023 - Present
Creative video with hands-on experience in capturing, editing, and producing content for the Texas Athletics programs. Collaborated on feature content and original series for digital and social platforms. Traveled with athletic teams for regular and postseason events, ensuring timely, high-quality media coverage. Organized, labeled, and archived multimedia assets for efficient retrieval and long-term use. Photographed and filmed for non-game events such as recruiting visits, athlete headshots and portraits, and student-athlete development events. Prepared and delivered final content for upload to streaming platforms, ensuring proper formatting, compression, and quality control.
Content Creator at Texas Athletics
September 1, 2023 - Present
Created videos with hands-on experience in capturing, editing, and producing content for Texas Athletics programs. Collaborated on feature content and original series for digital and social platforms. Traveled with athletic teams for regular and postseason events to ensure timely, high-quality media coverage. Organized, labeled, and archived multimedia assets for efficient retrieval and long-term use. Photographed and filmed non-game events such as recruiting visits, athlete headshots and portraits, and student-athlete development events. Prepared and delivered final content for upload to streaming platforms, ensuring proper formatting, compression, and quality control.
Junior Editor at GDC Marketing and Ideation
August 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Contributed to photo and video productions for regional campaigns including Don’t Mess with Texas, CPS Energy, and TXDoT. Edited marketing, testimonial, and informational video content for diverse client needs. Filmed and edited corporate video content for WaterFleet’s online platforms. Served as primary videographer and editor for CPS Energy's “Evolve” campaign. Performed color correction and post-production adjustments on high-volume photography. Supported creative teams across pre-production, on-set operations, and post-production workflows.
Junior Editor at GDC Marketing and Ideation
August 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Contributed to photo and video productions for regional campaigns, including Don’t Mess with Texas, CPS Energy, and TXDoT. Edited marketing, testimonial, and informational video content for diverse client needs. Filmed and edited corporate video content for WaterFleet’s online platforms. Primary videographer and editor for CPS Energy's “Evolve” campaign. Performed color-correction and post-production adjustments on high-volume photography. Supported creative teams across pre-production, on-set operations, and post-production workflows.
Junior Editor at GDC Marketing and Ideation
August 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Contributed to photo and video productions for regional campaigns, including Don’t Mess with Texas, CPS Energy, and TXDoT. Edited marketing, testimonial, and informational video content for diverse client needs. Filmed and edited corporate video content for WaterFleet’s online platforms. Primary videographer and editor for CPS Energy's “Evolve” campaign. Performed color-correction and post-production adjustments on high-volume photography. Supported creative teams across pre-production, on-set operations, and post-production workflows.
Junior Editor at GDC Marketing and Ideation
August 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Contributed to photo and video productions for regional campaigns, including Don’t Mess with Texas, CPS Energy, and TXDoT. Edited marketing, testimonial, and informational video content for diverse client needs. Filmed and edited corporate video content for WaterFleet’s online platforms. Primary videographer and editor for CPS Energy's “Evolve” campaign. Performed color-correction and post-production adjustments on high-volume photography. Supported creative teams across pre-production, on-set operations, and post-production workflows.
Freelance Photographer and Filmmaker at Independent Photography and Filmmaking
June 1, 2019 - Present
Produced custom photography and video content for weddings, concerts, and private events. Directed, edited, and shot narrative, documentary, and music video projects. Delivered creative solutions ensuring visual storytelling aligned with client vision.
Freelance Photographer and Filmmaker at Independent Photography and Filmmaking
June 1, 2019 - Present
Produced custom photography and video content for weddings, concerts, and private events. Directed, edited, and shot narrative, documentary, and music video projects. Delivered creative solutions, ensuring visual storytelling aligned with the client vision.
Freelance Photographer and Filmmaker at Independent Photography and Filmmaking
June 1, 2019 - Present
Produced custom photography and video content for weddings, concerts, and private events. Directed, edited, and shot narrative, documentary, and music video projects. Delivered creative solutions, ensuring visual storytelling aligned with the client vision.
Freelance Photographer and Filmmaker at Independent Photography and Filmmaking
June 1, 2019 - Present
Produced custom photography and video content for weddings, concerts, and private events. Directed, edited, and shot narrative, documentary, and music video projects. Delivered creative solutions, ensuring visual storytelling aligned with the client vision.

Education

Bachelor of Science at The University of Texas at Austin
August 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024
Bachelor of Science at The University of Texas at Austin Moody College of Communication
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Energy & Utilities, Other, Professional Services