Discover Top Production Companies in Bakersfield, California, USA

Erik Olsen is a Video Journalist/Producer in Los Angeles. Formerly, he was West Coast Video Correspondent for Quartz and Senior Video Journalist for The New York Times in New York City and Berlin. He shoots, writes, edits and narrates video stories for various outlets and is an FAA certified drone pilot. Occasionally he writes for print and shoots photos. He has produced for NY Times, Scientific American, Popular Science, Great Big Story, Hakai Magazine, ABC News, and other outlets. He's an avid photographer, panoramic shooter, writer, and scuba diver.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
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• Fixer
• Sound Mixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer

Lucia is Founder of Corporate Media Lab and a multifaceted creator, whose first career in the field of Financial Planning and Master’s Degree in International Political Economy & Development reflect in the content that she creates to help businesses win online. Lucia’s mission through Corporate Media Lab is to help corporations and startups create innovative content that connects with their audiences and brings about successful results. When she’s not creating content, you can find Lucia bouldering at her local rock climbing gym or splashing in the pool with her beautiful family.

• Field Producer
• Creative Director
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• Translator
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Production Assistant

I have been shooting and editing professional videos and photos for the last 8 years. I enjoy shooting all kinds of projects from business profiles to music videos. My goal is to combine my creativity and vision with my client's goals. I love working with new people and strengthening my video and photo skills daily. I have all of my own high end gear including a Sony A7s, Zhiyun Gimbal, Sennheiser Lav Mic with Zoom Audio Recorder and interview lights. I also am an FAA certified part 107 Drone Pilot. I own the DJI Mavic Air (4k!) Let's shoot something!

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator

Emmanuel is a self-taught filmmaker with a background in music. While studying at New York University he began his work in film at HBO under documentarian Ellen Goosenberg-Kent and went on to work with filmmaker Morgan Spurlock for a number of years. His work explores topics of intent and pursuit while discovering new ways of visual storytelling, and seeks to synthesize the worlds of narrative and documentary film making. He currently lives in Los Angeles working as a freelance director, DP, and editor. He continues to write music when not behind the camera.

• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Music Composer

I started shooting skateboarding in the 90’s, and fell in love with cinematography and film. Today I have a small production company called OTDfilms and it's a fully-insured, one-stop shop for video content. I specialize in documentary and action, but I'm heavily experienced in all forms of storytelling. I'm a skilled producer, director, cinematographer and editor, so I can turn an idea into broadcast-quality content. I can also plug my main camera right into a zoom call so you can be on the set with us. I look forward to working with you.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
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• Video Editor - Documentary

Los Angeles, CA / Charlotte, NC Videographer/DP with Gear* (FAA 107 certified drone pilot). Gear List (custom gear available upon request): 1x Sony FX3 (Full frame - 10bit 4K 60fps, XLR handle) 1x Sony FX30 (Crop frame - 10bit 4K 60fps) 1x Atmos Ninja V Recorder (12bit ProRes RAW) Sigma Art 24-70mm f2.8 MKii Sony 50mm f1.4 Tamron 70-180mm f2.8 DJI Mavic Air 3 DJI Ronin RSC2 Gimbal 1x Boom Mic kit with stand 2x Lav Mic Zoom H6 Recorder 100w, 60w lights with diffusers. (Additional gear available depending on the project specifics).

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist

Emily Grandcolas is a documentary filmmaker and photographer who holds a B.A. in Film and Television Production from the University of Southern California. Grandcolas is known for her coordinating and producing work on international projects and pressing domestic documentaries.        Her work has been on display on NPR's Latino USA, PBS, the Gayle and Ed Roski Master of Fine Arts Gallery, the USC Fisher Museum of Art, film festivals such as the Sarasota and UNAFF Film Festivals and on the site Girls Will be Girls.      

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Audio Storyteller
• Reporter / Journalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Event Photographer
• Transcriber
• Production Assistant
• Field Producer

Hi there, My name is Josh Fair and I'm the director of Insight Studios, a full service video production company based in Irvine, CA. For over 14 years I've directed projects for Apple, Salesforce, Michelin, Queen's Medical Group, and more. In addition to our video production services (which include directing, producing, cinematography, drone piloting, audio tech, post production, etc.) we will work with you to understand the story which needs to be conveyed. I look forward to hearing from you! Josh Fair Director Insight Studios insightstudios.com

• Creative Director
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• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

At NORTH + NOMAD, we artfully combine rich visuals and dynamic sonic landscapes to craft award-winning, documentary-style films. We work closely with clients of all sizes to take their audiences and consumers on bold audiovisual journeys. With a background in advertising, content marketing, journalism, publishing, editorial and commercial photography, music and sound, we offer a range of video-production services to help brands and artists craft original stories. We produce, shoot and edit projects from start to finish, from initial conception to delivery of final, polished files.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

I love creating content and telling stories. I can wear many hats. I come up with ideas, produce, shoot, write scripts, interview, edit and fly drones. I am strong and can handle a video stabilizer. There is always a cool story to tell, we just need to pay attention. I am extremely interested in climate change, human stories, travel, food and animal stories. I don't stop until I get the job done!

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Field Producer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• TV News Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Full-Service Live Production

I'm a seasoned professional who's great at lighting and conducting interviews, capturing dynamic b-roll, capturing scenes, using natural light as well as studio lighting. I'm also an editor so I shoot with an edit in mind, always capturing great establishing shots, Slow-motion, transitions, metaphors, sound design and everything you'll need in post. Im also great with connecting with people, and make my interview subjects feel relaxed, and creating a positive experience for all involved.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
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• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Fixer
• Field Producer

With an emphasis on branded content and documentary filmmaking, I have directed & edited content for multiple brands & platforms that include Pepsi, Dove, NBCUniversal, and Viacom. I am currently directing my first feature documentary which will be released in 2020 and I also directed a documentary series called Odd Jobs for Eli Roth's digital company CryptTV, which was featured at 2017 Tribeca film festival.

• Creative Director
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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer

I love telling people’s stories. Deep stories. Meaningful stories. Stories that have an impact, that change our perspectives. I am a creative and a storyteller who has a love for bringing together moving stories with beautiful images. As a director and DP, I have worked with many businesses and nonprofits across the US. I also do documentary work, a short documentary that I produced called “Saving Chayah”, won Best Narrative Under 10 minutes at the EQUUS Film Festival in 2019.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
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• Fixer
• Creative Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Pete Levin is a Los Angeles-based director and animator, specializing in stop-motion animation. He has brought to life puppets, toys, paper, paint, clay, Lego bricks, food, clothing, large appliances, and human beings. He has directed visually innovative projects for Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, MTV, IFC, and for clients including Major League Baseball, Farmers Insurance, The New York Times, Oakley, Hasbro, and The Foo Fighters.

• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
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Founder of Kinship Filmworks, has over 15 years experience in video production. She makes her series directorial debut with URBAN FOOD CHAIN. Producing credits include educational series and documentary projects for Maryland Public Television, WTTW Chicago and Good Planet Productions. Film credits include "A Lawyer Walks into A Bar" and "Samsara". Native of Chicago, now living in Los Angeles. She is also a photography expressly interested in photojournalism.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Social Media Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Landscape Photographer
• Digital Content Creator

True Believer FIlms is an Emmy Award winning, full service production company geared toward all audio/video productions. From "A Boy Helps A Town Heal", a 2014 Emmy winning documentary, to “The Sperm Bank”, a narrative short film that premiered at Tribeca Film Festival in 2023. True Believer Films other credits include the Netflix series “QB1” and “Unnatural Selection”, as well as the Apple+ Series “Home”.

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• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Eric Hinojosa is an editor and ]director. He and his team now produce content for some of the worlds biggest YouTubers (3/4 of a Billion views, 50 million combined subscribers) and has produced content that has appeared on national television around the world. Eric speaks 5 languages and has worked around the world, in many markets. He has directed and edited for Pepsi, Red Bull and ABC News, including for the recent ABC hit: Localish.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Art Director

With an extensive background in video production, editing, and project management, I am a passionate producer, shooter and editor using my skills to craft stories with purpose. I am a natural problem solver who can manage production teams, schedules and budgets effectively, shoot high-quality videos and edit quickly. I have shot nearly 100 documentary style videos featuring interviews and b-roll over the past three years and always excited to work with your team on the next project.

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• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Digital Content Creator
• Sound Mixer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Editor
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Copywriter
• Documentary DP

I'm the Los Angeles based filmmaker behind SLIGO STUDIOS, a multi-hyphenate production powerhouse that has worked with some of the biggest brands in the world. Check us out: sligostudios.com We have many camera packages, including ALEXA, RED, and Sony options. Looking forward to making your project possible!

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Colorist

I'm a producer, director, dp and editor with over 15 years of experience in television, video and film. I've delivered projects for all platforms - web, streaming services, network television and theatrical release. I specialize in documentary and comedy. Looking forward to hearing about your project.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Mixer
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Colorist