Discover Top Freelancers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA

Dale is a cinematographer with over 20 years experience specializing in documentary and testimonial driven campaigns. His company, Crossroads Productions, operates as a full-service production company. With a national network of trusted creative partners, we are able to facilitate any size video production. From national spot work to live streaming events, Crossroads Productions has been a trusted ally for agencies, independent producers and broadcast clients. He has the pleasure of working with major brands such as American Family Insurance, Keen Footwear, Sub-Zero and Wolf Appliance Company, Harley-Davidson, Mazda and Duluth Trading Company capturing honest and beautiful images that convey a powerful message. He has an extensive list of broadcast clients such as ESPN, Discovery, Big Ten Network, PBS and PBS Kids.

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

Betsy Rubiner writes freelance stories and essays on travel, parenting, families and other topics for many publications including: REAL SIMPLE, New York Times, Parenting, The Guardian, Rails-to-Trails magazine, FamilyFun, Better Homes & Garden, TIME, Midwest Living, Delta Sky, Airbnb Magazine, WebMD, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, Everyday with Rachael Ray, Heart Healthy Living, Meredith Integrated Marketing and Special Interest Media as well as the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Detroit News, Austin Statesman, the Philadelphia Inquirer and Des Moines Register. She is the author of Fun with the Family in Iowa (Globe Pequot Press) and three of her travel stories are included in The New York Times 36 Hours: 150 weekends in the USA & Canada (Taschen, 2014 & 2011) TakeBetsyWithYou, her blog, offers travel thoughts, tips, and tales.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Founded in 2005, Encore Public Relations is an integrated consulting agency that customizes strategies and purpose driven stories in communication, marketing, public relations and advertising. We've served clients all over the world ranging from every day heroes to global thought leaders, organizations–big and small, start-ups, non-profits, and Fortune 100 companies. We have significant experience leading social change and philanthropic communication strategies and tactics for more than $100M in capital campaigns, annual appeals, fund the need and cause initiatives. Our passion is working with brands that use their marketing and advertising dollars as forces for good in the world.

• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer
• Content Strategist
• Executive Producer
• Social Media Producer

I have been shooting editing video for over 15 years. Starting out with weddings and then music videos. In 2016 I really started shifting my career to start working on more documentary, video journalism and live broadcasting particular focusing on indigenous stories. I am a very proficient video editor and color grader. I mainly us Adobe products and Divinice Resolve for my edits, but I have a wide array of software tools I use to get the job done. I am mainly a Sony shooter with a Sony fx6 as my main camera. I’m looking forward to making new connections by making powerful videos with this application.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Colorist
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Assistant
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Drone Operator

My name is Jimmy Ho, I am a videographer and filmmaker located in Des Moines, Iowa. I am extremely passionate about telling a compelling story through high quality visuals. I am very detailed technically with image quality. In my experience I have shot over 13 of my own weddings in the past year. I've produced directed and edited a variety of work such as; kickstarter campaign videos, wedding videos, music videos, corporate promotional, product promotional, etc. I have a wide range of equipment and knowledge and am always soaking in information to learn more.

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Sound Mixer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Assistant
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer

Hello, there. Everyone has a story to tell, and some need help being heard. My 18 years of video production and editing experience will make your vision a reality. Whether it be splicing old VHS tapes of your childhood birthday parties, color correcting your log footage, or editing your next social media post, I've got you covered. I'll be as passionate about your project as you are. Check out my website in the Portfolio section. If you like what you see, let's chat.

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

Beau is an award-winning writer, producer, and editor whose short films have screened in film festivals across the United States and Great Britain. He recently won the Award of Excellence in Documentary Editing from the Iowa Motion Picture Association for his work on AUCTION INSIDER: THE JOHN ZIMMER COLLECTION. Beau holds a degree in electronic media from the University of Northern Iowa, as well a degree in film and video production from Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL.

• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Jake spent more than a decade with CNN. He can shoot, edit, fly drones, and produce. He’s an experienced photojournalist and producer passionate about storytelling. Jake prides himself on being prepared for any and every occasion. Whether it’s a single person interview or a 5 person multi-cam interview in a tight space after dealing with extreme remote and inhospitable conditions all day. He’ll be ready.

• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Full-Service Live Production
• HD Live Operator
• Drone Operator

I started my career in a commercial recording studio and I took that attention to detail when transitioning to Production Sound Mixer. I take care with both the subjects/talents and the audio itself. When I started in Production Sound Mixing, I have realized that I work best as part of a team contributing more than just what is asked while staying a step ahead to help create incredible productions.

• Sound Mixer

Worked as a Multimedia Journalist at Northwestern University's Medill News Service while receiving my Masters. I reported on health, politics, culture and business and focused on documentary filmmaking. I majored in Biology at Loyola University Chicago while working as a research assistant studying cataracts at Rush University Medical Center. I taught ESL students in Egypt for two years while working as a freelancer writer and content editor.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant

I'm Robert Newell. I'm a videographer, editor, photojournalist and drone operator. But most of all, I am a storyteller. My passion is going out in the world and using my skills in communication to share stories with everyone around the world. I love being able to collaborate with others to craft compelling, informative and entertaining pieces.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Assistant
• Grip
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• HD Live Operator
• Audio Storyteller
• Podcast Producer
• Documentary DP

Freelance Creative Director, Motion Designer and Animator. I've been in the production business for 12+ years and consider myself a Motion Design Generalist in the the most genuine sense of it. I'm able to take a project from conception to completion as well as play a variety of roles to support studio productions. Come say hi!

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Sound Designer

I'm an award-winning reporter and writer with 10+ years of experience, skilled at exploring complex issues with humanity and presenting them with clarity. I'm also a union-member stagehand (IATSE Local 251), working events from Broadway shows to music festivals, and have experience specifically in wardrobe, electrics, spot op, trade show setup and carpentry.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Production Assistant
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer

Hello, I am a Chicago native and founder of Meter Studio, I have over thirty years of experience as a cameraman, producer and independent filmmaker. I have framed everything from TV commercials and travel shows, to broadcast news and documentary films. My credits include the documentary films Make Believe and The Atomic States of America.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Corporate Videographer

In the last year Kurt: delivered three 20-minute documentaries to his clients for which he directed, produced, shot, and edited; he DPed five additional projects; and released a short documentary of his own that was picked up by a distributor (not public yet). Let's collaborate!

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Gaffer
• Grip
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Audio Storyteller

Hello, I am Simon Pendleton a DP, videographer, and freelancer from Des Moines. As a certified video production specialist and have had a wide array of experience from indie film shoots to professional company commercials and conference recordings.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Assistant
• Sound Mixer
• Gaffer

I'm a director specializing in telling meaningful stories about real people. I've directed stories for brands around the world, including Etsy, Goldman Sachs, Land O'Lakes, and General Mills.

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

Video storyteller. Scripting, filming, editing. All-around video producer serving central Iowa. BA in Broadcast News. Certified FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot.

• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Storyboard Artist

After 11 years of working post and production in Chicago, my family and I have relocated to Iowa. I enjoy using audio and film to tell the stories of humans.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I'm a filmmaker in Des Moines, Iowa. I've shot, directed, and edited mini-documentaries, commercials, music videos, and over 30 short comedy films. I also compose original music for many of these.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial