Audi / Infiniti, editor, june 2011 - march 2012
This was my first job that started as an internship and then turned into a part time job. I was required to film and edit numerous video tutorials for their websites and manage social media platforms. Contact: Cedric Volk (949) 456-6119
Cuipo LLC, cinematographer & editor, march - june 2012
Shot and edited videos starring Jenny McCarthy, Mario Lopez & Jason Kennedy. Contact: Eli Wanket (949) 338-6202
Sawyer Hartman Productions, cinematographer, march - july 2012
My expertise was needed to create more artistic direction and increase YouTube audience.
“Brought Out Them Racks” music video, 1st assistant camera, august 2012
Changed lenses, fixed lights, accompanied Gucci Mane and Big Sean with whatever they needed.
White Iris Records, music video director, september 2012 - april 2013
After creating an unofficial, yet successful music video for The Drums, White Iris Records hired me to shoot, edit, and develop a music video concept for Line & Circle’s song “Roman Ruins”. I have gone on to create four music videos for Line & Circle. Contact: Brian Cohen (734) 945-3810
Freelance Music Video Director, cinematographer, editor, director, 2013 - present
After working for White Iris Records in 2012, I have gone on to create 12 more music videos on my own, with more on the way.
Laugh Bucket, CEO, march 2014 - present
Created an alternative comedy company with two of my closest friends, the most talented filmmakers I know. We have proudly made over 25 videos. Laugh Bucket's latest project includes Will Forte.
MTV - No Chill, video bumpers editor, october 2015 - november 2015
MTV bought multiple videos from my comedy company Laugh Bucket (see above). They placed them as bumpers for the show No Chill.
All Edge Entertainment, editor, march 2016 - november 2016
I edited multiple TV show pilots using Adobe programs and having a 4K & 6K workflow. I also work as an Assistant Editor when needed.
Hulu, assistant editor, november 2016
Assisting with Hulu's television workflow. Pulling clips, server navigation, careful organization.
Snapchat, assistant editor, december 2016 - april 2017
Ingested raw footage, created proxies, multicamed and cutdown interviews, created B-roll stringouts and selects.
Organized a VFX workflow and overcut renders into the cut every day. Prepped for color and delivered the final 35 minute cut for their IPO debut.
Spotify, editor, may 2017 - present
I'd have to say that working at Spotify is probably my proudest accomplishment. It's a fantastic company and I get to edit music videos all day.
Education
-Orange County School of the Arts, 2009 - 2011
-California State University, Fullerton, 2011 - 2012
Skills
-Hard worker, friendly, quick learner & reliable
-Proficient in Final Cut Pro 7, Adobe Premiere & After Effects
Digital Equipment
-Canon 5D Mark II & Canon Rebel t2i
-Glidecam HD 2000
-Tokina 16-28mm, Pentax Takumar 28mm, 35mm, 50mm, 105mm & 135mm lenses
Film Equipment
-Arriflex 16mm SR2
-Zeiss 10-100mm f/1.8
-Click to rent it
Extras
-My personal YouTube and Vimeo videos total 2,500,000+ views
-YouTube and Vimeo video I helped create total 3,000,000+ views
-Accepted into Marlborough Film Festival
-Received “Best Picture” at Orange County School of the Arts Film Festival 2011