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an American film director and screenwriter based in California primarily known for his bold & visually captivating style that has directed short films, commercials, and music videos for various clients around the world. He is the founder of X7Productions, a production company he established in 2010. My weapons of choice are the DJI Inspire 2 for drone/aerial work and the Blackmagic URSA Mini 4.6k Cinema Camera workhorse for my camera A rig. I prefer to work with anamorphic lenses for that organic cinematic feel. Depending on the project needs, I will rent additional camera/lenses as needed ranging from DSLRs to additional cine cameras such as a RED camera if needed.

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• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Designer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant

The aim of my work is to empower communities by connecting their stories. I’ve traveled to the most remote corners of the U.S. filming the impacts of climate change on human lives – families in Arkansas rebuilding after an oil spill, a small town in California’s central valley running out of water. I documented the United Nations conference on climate change in Paris and flew over the Alberta Tar Sands, giving voice to a First Nations community living downstream from one of the worst ecological disasters in the world. Past clients include The New York Times, Segal Family Foundation, Tom Steyer, Sir Richard Branson, American Way Magazine, NextGen America, and Barack Obama's 2012 campaign.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

Founder and Director at That Step Productions, Chance Foreman believes we have the power to shape the future through the films we make. After traveling the world for five years Chance moved from Hamburg, where he studied language and sustainable solutions, to Venice, CA. Chance's oeuvre spans narrative film, Documentary and Music Video. Chance worked with award winning directors, Josh and Rebecca Tickell on the film "Kiss the Ground", a non-profit for healthy soil. Awarded the grand prize at Poetrypalooza in 2011 for his poem, "Trapdoors to Treasure", Chance is a true poet and inspirational storyteller dedicated to the power of words.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant

French born, Thomas grew up in Reunion Island, spending his time between the ocean and the movie theaters. After graduating with a Bachelor's Degree of Film Production in Australia, Thomas travelled the world for a number of years from his Dubai base, expanding his knowledge and developing his sensitivity whilst filming everything he saw. Having relocated to Los Angeles in 2018, he has perfected his eye and established his voice and versatility as both a cinematographer and director, with an ever growing body of work in all areas of the industry. Thomas loves storytelling and is a collaborator at heart. It's as simple as that.

• Commercial DP
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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Production Company

I'm a documentary/commercial filmmaker. I've been shooting now for over 10 years on everything from low/no budget to big budget productions. I started my own rigging company about 6 years ago, but I enjoy filmmaking more than running a business. Among many projects, building our own electric car has been one that's kept us entertained the last year, and I plan to integrate that into filmmaking projects coming up. I'm always excited for what's coming next and I embrace and learn a lot from every situation. Problem solving is what I do best, it really doesn't matter what type of problem it is. Hope we get to work on a project together soon.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Graphic Designer
• Motion Graphics Designer

Joshua Ortiz is an award-winning Las Vegas filmmaker who has directed and produced content for international brands like The NBA, Coke, Booking.com and more. In 2014, Ortiz’s short film Listen was awarded Most Unique Short Film in Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's HBO TV Show Project Greenlight. In 2015, his film Wake Up was chosen as 1 of the 12 best international short films to screen at the 2016 Festival De Cannes. In 2017 and 2018, he completed a 3,500-mile drive across America to direct a documentary series called the Drive For Men's Health. Ortiz is currently writing a feature film script with his wife Valeri while working as a freelance director and editor.

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

Shoubert is a director and a DOP, (Director of Photography) based in Orange County, CA. He has worked in both the private and public sector throughout his career. His love for visual inspiration has led him to produce inspiring and engaging solutions through multiple platforms while helping clients tell their story and engage their audience. Shoubert has directed, filmed and produced numerous international and domestic productions in South East Asia, Africa, Central America, Europe and here in North America, working with organizations such as World Vision US and Canada, Bethany, Ten Thousand Villages, Luxottica, Martin Vanegas Agency, Taco Bell, SHELL, and Safe Families to name a few.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Creative Director
• Colorist
• Sound Designer

Kenny McMillan is the founder/director of OWL BOT Digital Cinema in West Los Angeles. Started in 2015, OWL BOT is a small production outlet designed to produce premium content with speed and efficiency. By combining the most recent filmmaking technology with traditional concepts and practices, OWL BOT is able to create beautiful content with even the most basic of shooting packages. We currently use the Full Frame 6K C500mkII for the ultimate in image quality. Before starting OWL BOT, Kenny worked for a number of companies including Red Bull, ABC Studios, New York Film Academy, and Fuel TV. Visit www.owlbot.co for videos, articles, and further information.

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• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Colorist
• Corporate Videographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

Award winner filmmaker, Matías Muñoz-Rodríguez is the founder of Fu The Dog Productions, a digital video company focusses in creating and executing content like short documentaries, promotional videos, SM campaigns, among others. Some of his clients include; LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), Bunim & Murray Productions, KCET PBS, La Musica. Muñoz-Rodríguez has proven experience producing seamless shots, mitigating and anticipating problems and expertly collaborating with project members including senior executives. He is passionate about film, art, fashion, music and social media–lifestyle videos.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Translator
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Executive Producer
• Senior Editor

My name is Nicola De Prato and I'm an Italian Cinematographer, Videographer, and Editor Based in LA. My experience ranges across different fields: short films, music videos, commercials, documentaries, and interviews. Style is a must nowadays so creating a world within the frame is my ultimate goal. I'm capable of recreating multiple setups and moods depending on what the director/artist is looking for. I own a BMPCC 6K, Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8, Canon 24-70mm f/2.8, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8, Canon 100mm f/2.8, Manfrotto Tripods, Zoom F3, Sennheiser MK 600, Aputure Lights, DJI Ronin RS2. Here's my Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/nicoladeprato/

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer

From shooting atop 350-ft tall wind turbines to inside caves to the jungles of Central America, I have done a lot of interesting work in some unique situations. I have 12+ years experience as a filmmaker, where I've learned how to do nearly everything myself, including shooting, editing, motion graphics, writing scripts, and presenting/hosting on camera. I have ridden my bicycle across America (twice), creating videos to promote bicycle travel, and have created a 10-episode web series using nothing but stock media. I shoot a lot of nature stock footage with cinema cameras, and create filmmaking tutorials.

• Corporate Videographer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Copywriter
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Field Producer
• Production Company

I am an editor based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area with experience in short documentary and branded content. I'm available for documentary and corporate videography Outside of hands on production, I have extensive experience working as a producer and production partner with startups and tech companies to deliver on their video content creation goals. Narratively, I'm Interested in stories about youth culture and subcultures of the United States, and I'm infatuated with the American experience as it is lived by the marginalized and the downtrodden. I hope to tell the stories of the “others” through my work.

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Production Company

ALEX DAVIS-LAWRENCE is a filmmaker, photographer, and creative producer based in Los Angeles. He has more than ten years of experience creating documentary-style video and photography for commercial clients and agencies, including for companies like Adobe, Visa, T-Mobile, Cisco, Coca Cola, Spotify, Dell, Microsoft, Neutrogena, and more. In addition to his advertising work, Alex has produced, shot, and edited narrative and documentary short films that have screened in festivals across the country, and has worked with major art and non-profit institutions like the Kellogg Foundation, the ACLU of Washington, and Storm King Art Center.

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• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - News
• Creative Director
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Stef is a freelance filmmaker based in San Francisco, California. With a passion for documentary filmmaking, she loves to produce films that feature inspiring people with captivating stories of hope and resilience. Throughout her career she has worked on a wide range of content including documentary and narrative films, music videos, and promotional videos. Focusing mainly on post production work, she collaborates with other filmmakers and production companies to produce media content for commercial and non-profit clients. She is originally from Costa Rica and she has a BFA in Motion Pictures and Television from the Academy of Art University.

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary

I'm a Senior Producer and Production Manager with a decade of experience with clients like Pepsi, Hennessy, Nike, Orbitz, Wells Fargo, Lyft and so many others. I've lead projects from ideation to delivery, including video and photo content, events, social, DTC e-commerce websites, social media filters, and AR experiences. Vast experience in scheduling, budgeting, tracking, crew and equipment booking and postproduction. I also have a decade of experience writing and directing comedy including commercials for Virgin Mobile, The ACC, and McSweney's humor magazine, as well as short films and music videos that have played festivals all over the world.

• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Copywriter
• Creative Director

Eilish is an award winning American documentary filmmaker and photographer based between New York City and Atlanta. She was inspired at a young age by aunts and uncles working in conservation with state and federal agencies. Eilish has been fortunate to be mentored by National Geographic, Emmy Award-winning director and writer Kevin McCarey (a recent inductee to the Explorer’s Club). She is passionate about the environment and presenting issues to inspire people’s awareness and desire for change. Eilish has also spent many years as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer, creating custom pieces for individuals as well as children’s books.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Social Media Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Content Strategist
• Sound Mixer
• Production Assistant
• Grip
• Senior Editor

Founder of Brand Story, a Video Marketing Agency. We work with brands, businesses, nonprofit organizations who want to connect on a deeper level. Our brand story videos capture the stories around a business in a way that they are strategically told to land with the ideal target viewer. From a 3 day shoot in Baja California Mexico telling the incredible stories behind nonprofit organization Greatness Collective, to capturing the Story Influence Event of Chris Smith's popular "The Campfire Effect" and helping them sell out their next events, we create both mini-documentary as well as narrative videos with frameworks that capture the essence of a business.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Steven Wilson is a Los Angeles based filmmaker who grew up in the California Central Coast. He started making short films In high school, and was named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts for his work in film/animation. At UCLA he wrote and directed sketch comedy with comedy group The Wait List, with whom he made an award-winning student short film that went on to be shown in Sundance's Shorts Corner. After college he formed Beautimus Productions where he produced and directed commercials. His commercial clients include Lego, Bayer, GMC, Bud Light, HP, MapQuest, Axe, Norelco, Ricola, and ESPN. He has also directed narrative content for MTV and PlayStation.

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Music Composer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Fixer

Videography has always been a passion of mine. I have been interested in all aspects of videography since Junior High. I currently have a 4 year degree in the field and constantly expanding my skills to further assist my video work. Some of these skills are music composition, vfx, writing and graphic design. I also enjoy matte painting, programming and audio engineering. My wife is at least assisting on my projects because I love to have multiple insights and love her talents. She's an excellent color grader, writer, photographer and graphic design artist! She has a more realistic approach to her art as mine is more Disney or World of War Craft style.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer

Kadri Koop is an Estonian director/DP based in LA. Before moving to the US, she studied and worked in various parts of Europe and Asia from Amsterdam to Singapore. Her work experience extends from her native Tallinn to Beijing, London and Havana. She thrives in foreign production climates and has work experience in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, English and Estonian. Her films have screened at film festivals from the US to the Middle East, and her work has been featured in various online publications including AJ+ Español, The Atlantic and USA Today. ​ Kadri holds an M.F.A. in Documentary Film & Video from Stanford University and is a cinematography fellow at American Film Institute.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Commercial DP