Hi, I’m Pedro Valdez Jr., a Portland-based photographer, videographer, and editor with over a decade of hands-on experience behind the lens. I’ve worked in editorial, behind-the-scenes photography, and video production across real estate, product marketing, and brand storytelling, delivering polished images and compelling edits from concept through post-production. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments, solving on-set challenges and adapting to different crews while staying focused on authentic storytelling. I love shaping color, mood, and narrative through photography and video, and I bring a proactive, friendly approach to every project—from pre-production planning to final retouching and delivery.

Pedro Valdez Jr

Hi, I’m Pedro Valdez Jr., a Portland-based photographer, videographer, and editor with over a decade of hands-on experience behind the lens. I’ve worked in editorial, behind-the-scenes photography, and video production across real estate, product marketing, and brand storytelling, delivering polished images and compelling edits from concept through post-production. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments, solving on-set challenges and adapting to different crews while staying focused on authentic storytelling. I love shaping color, mood, and narrative through photography and video, and I bring a proactive, friendly approach to every project—from pre-production planning to final retouching and delivery.

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Hi, I’m Pedro Valdez Jr., a Portland-based photographer, videographer, and editor with over a decade of hands-on experience behind the lens. I’ve worked in editorial, behind-the-scenes photography, and video production across real estate, product marketing, and brand storytelling, delivering polished images and compelling edits from concept through post-production.

I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments, solving on-set challenges and adapting to different crews while staying focused on authentic storytelling. I love shaping color, mood, and narrative through photography and video, and I bring a proactive, friendly approach to every project—from pre-production planning to final retouching and delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Photographer / Videographer / Editor at Self-Employed (Freelancer)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Editorial portraits, BTS photography, video, post-production, editing, retouching, and photography for product and real estate projects. Develop color scripts, mood boards, and storyboards, along with location scouting, styling, and set design.
Assistant Camera at Netflix
December 31, 2021 - September 13, 2025
Worked with the Director of Photography and Lighting and Camera department to prepare sets for filming; acted as point person to resolve technical issues on set for stop-motion animators; maintained camera and filming equipment to ensure proper functionality for production.
Assistant Camera & Mold Maker at Laika Studios
December 31, 2017 - September 13, 2025
Contract for Missing Link: Golden Globe Award winner for Best Animated Feature. Worked with DP and Lighting and Camera department to prepare sets for filming; acted as point person to resolve technical issues on set for stop motion animators; maintained camera and filming equipment to ensure proper functionality for production.
Special Effects Artist / BTS Photographer at Disney (Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides)
December 31, 2011 - September 13, 2025
Fabricated molds and cast silicone prosthetics for special effects makeup; continuity photographer for makeup department; communicated with Disney Production for makeup effect approvals.
Assistant Camera at Shadow Machine
January 1, 2020 - September 13, 2025
Assist with on-set camera operations, support lighting and grip, and maintain equipment on set to ensure smooth production for stop-motion projects.
Special Effects Artist at Disney
January 1, 2011 - September 13, 2025
Fabricate molds and silicone prosthetics for special effects makeup; continuity photographer for makeup department; photographs used for approvals, reference, and adjustments to makeup designs and marketing; communicate with Disney Production for makeup effects approvals.
Assistant Camera & Mold Maker at Laika Studios
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Supported Missing Link production; fabricated molds and silicone prosthetics for special effects makeup; maintained camera and filming equipment to ensure proper functionality; assisted on-set with camera and lighting tasks.
Special Effects Artist & BTS Photographer at Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (Disney)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Fabricate molds and cast silicone prosthetics for special effects makeup; continuity photographer for makeup department; photography used for approvals, references, adjustments to makeup designs, and marketing.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services