Discover Top Fixers in Elgin, Illinois, USA

I am a writer, editor, videographer and content marketer based in Chicago. I have a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature from the University of Minnesota, and a Master's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. While at Medill, I specialized in magazine writing and editing, urban issues reporting and documentary filmmaking. In the past, I was managing editor and weekly columnist for the Minneapolis-based culture site MPLS.TV, a child welfare reporter for Medill Reports, senior content strategist at Brad's Deals, and content manager at OppLoans. Currently, I am an assistant vice president at JConnelly, and a contributing writer for both VICE Media and The Huffington Post. My work has been published by MPLS.TV, Medill Reports, TechCrunch, The Northwest Indiana Times, Business Insider, The Fiscal Times, The Brad's Deals Blog, The Huffington Post, The Christian Science Monitor, VICE News, Chicago Magazine, Forbes, Ova Woman and LendingTree.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

My goal is to connect people with a story and make sure it's done as powerfully as possible. I love to travel, meet people, and eat good food with good conversation. My versatile skill set allows me to take projects from start to finish or participate anywhere in between. I'm experienced with generating creative briefs and production schedules. I love developing unique looks that enhance the content of a story. In the field, I've set up lighting for interviews and operated camera for both interviews and b-roll (handheld, monopod, gimbal). As a field producer, I've directed story subjects and conducted interviews. I enjoy interviews and the opportunity to connect with people and help them open up in front of the camera. In post-production, I script-write and edit. I've edited short-form stories in both FCP X and Premiere Pro. I've helped produce Telly award-winning stories and am always striving to learn and grow. I look forward to working with you!

• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer

Margaret Byrne, Director / Producer, tells stories that uncover hidden truths and break down stereotypes. Margaret was Cinematographer and Editor for American Promise (2013), a thirteen-year feature film following the education of two African American boys from New York City. The film won the 2013 Sundance Special Jury Prize and 2013 Full Frame Documentary Jury Award.worked in Lagos, Nigeria at which time she produced and edited a television series, “MTV Base 100th Live” which launched MTV across Africa in 2005. Margaret was a Creative Director at Universal Music and directed live concerts and music videos for artists such as Jay-Z and Mary J. Blige. Margaret is Director and Producer of Raising Bertie, a documentary feature co-production with Kartemquin Films She is the founder of Beti Films and Creative Vision Films, a Chicago-based video production company specializing in commercial video for entertainers and corporations.

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

Ken is a multi-instrumentalist musician and composer. His obsession with sound, recording, and creating moving and affecting aural environments began at a very young age and has been a constant driving force throughout his life. He is passionate about manipulating sound and music, linking people to their memories, allowing listeners to paint the canopies of their inner experiences with new and exciting images. He works relentlessly to understand how and why sound and music are so integral to the human experience. He has composed scores for over 20 theatrical productions and since 2010 has created scores for feature films, short films, and advertisements, as well as produced music for hip-hop, pop and soul artists. He currently creates music out of his home studio in Chicago where he lives with his partner and their son.

• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• Fixer

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

Open Fire Media provide turn-key video production services for companies such as Lexus, NFL, Tennessee Tourism, Inkbox and many others with a speciality in creating visuals that are distinctively authentic. Whether you’re looking to create a corporate video for your next tradeshow, a short commercial to send out to all your clients, or a video for online distribution that tells your company’s amazing story – we're dedicated to helping you get the very most for your money by creating a video that’s exactly what you’re looking for – and then some. From 3,000 feet in the air to 100 feet under water – and everything in between – the scope of our filming capacity is extensive. Because we have the right film tools – and the creative horsepower to maximize their potential – we create durable videos that work for you.

• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer

Hi, my name is Jennifer Dzikowski and I have a passion for writing about two very different subjects; crime and herbal supplements/alternatives to traditional Western medicine. I care strongly about justice, and love to follow stories from beginning to end...delving in and making sure nothing is missed. In the past, I wrote mainly breaking news/crime for Heavy.com, and also for Nancy Grace's Crime Online. I still regularly participate on Grace's Podcast, "Crime Stories With Nancy Grace." Additonally, I have written for several herbal companies. As a journalist, I love to interview those in the stories, to give readers the best glimpse of every angle possible. I gather information that other outlets haven't yet discovered, and pride myself on not simply regurgitating what is already known.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Copy Editor

I am a highly skilled, high performance worldwide storyteller and videographer (Film, Video and Multimedia Content Producer) specializing in real time delivery of film, video and multimedia content. I have special expertise in full service video production for the Unionized Electrical and Construction Industries. Through film, video, and multimedia content I create a compelling visual impact and emotional connection with audiences while blending today's digital world with real personalities, events and experiences in first person and in real time. I develop creative high quality film, video and multimedia content, which is designed to send a message, influence and engage with audiences. I am an entrepreneur of exceptional ability, a musician, and a creative graphic design artist. I am fluent in both Spanish and English and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Production Company
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Sound Mixer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I'm Fran, 28, Philosophy Major and Film MFA, with an interest in story telling, be it still images or 24fps. I've been doing principal cinematography for several projects in the west area of Puerto Rico, Chicago, and New York. Received a couple of National Awards for Best Cinematography in a short film, and recently curated my first photographic series titled 'Darklight'. Lately I've been focusing more on directing, since I wanna employ my cinematographic skills in telling my own stories. Occasionally I work with Discovery Communications LATAM hand picking stock images for their web platforms, and encoding selected media. On my free time I volunteer as a Barista at a local coffee shop, since I find that the best stories to tell often come from the people around us.

• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Sound Designer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Audio Storyteller

Stacey Nash is a documentary filmmaker specializing in commercial and long-form storytelling for brands. She is a director with a producer's toolbox of skills - which means she easily balances the creative with the logical. Her ability to mine emotion out of any situation is her secret weapon – from the deeply emotional to the raucously hilarious. She can put anyone at ease in front of the camera and intuitively understands the big picture. ​She has won multiple awards for her work including an Emmy Award with NBC Olympics and the International Corporate Citizenship Film Festival. ​Will crush you at trivia on the topic of olympic sports but ONLY that topic. Very poor loser when it comes to card games - that last bit is unrelated to career highlights but important to know.

• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Post-Production Manager
• Copywriter
• Executive Producer
• Fixer

Chicago born, suburban raised, I acquired a taste for illustrating and creating visual stories at the age of 4. Fast forward and I’m messing around in animation and post production. With a Bachelors of Arts in Animation under my belt, I’m interested in working in digital creative efforts and collaborative animation projects. Having experience in a handful of internships, I’m always looking for opportunities to grow and become involved in the animation industry. One thing that gets me in the zone is when an idea or concept is successfully brought to life/shared with the audience. Communicating in that level with others inspires me to continue to work and practice in the craft, and it’s why I love it.

• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Audio Storyteller
• Fixer

Hello! My name is Colette Ghunim, and I have shot and edited multiple corporate, nonprofit and event videos internationally, as well as a feature length documentary that I am currently directing. I directed, produced, and edited multiple documentaries, including The People's Girls, an award-winning documentary about sexual harassment in Egypt. Here are the steps I can get done: 1. Schedule call to discuss scope of project 2. Propose video outline based on call 3. Film & send edited video for review 4. Complete any necessary edits 5. Finalize and send video Here is my portfolio as well: www.coletteghunim.com I look forward to working together! Please let me know when we can set up a time to talk more about your project requirements. Sincerely, Colette

• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Telling stories through film constantly pushes me to move, innovate and create. More than that, though, it allows me to work with others who refuse to sit still and to help push them toward their goals with what I create. I’ve been around the world chasing stories and finding adventure in people that might otherwise go unnoticed. I've been on tall ships and crammed inside prop planes, in ruins and on top of volcanoes. I’ve seen films I’ve produced lead to strengthened relationships, families finding safety, record level fund raising, small businesses reaching more people and views of the world around us drastically changed. After seeing how I can make peoples’ worlds a better place, how could I do anything else?

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

Casting a shadow from 6’ 8” and bringing 23 years of a professional video career, my passion is creating compelling visual stories. I’m a highly collaborative, detail-oriented, creative professional who thrives in both a team setting and flying solo. I have experience in all aspect of video production: producing, directing, shooting, and editing. My heart beats fast for causes that effectively fight poverty and injustice. Through extensive video experiences in international, remote, and underserved areas, I’ve played lead roles in award-winning videos that tell deeply personal stories of individuals transformed by inspiring nonprofit organizations.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News

Theresa Campagna is a journalism and documentary producer, and instructor to high school journalists. Ms Campagna earned her degree in Journalism and minor in Sociology from Loyola University Chicago. Her area of coverage includes: education, global warming, racism, immigration, and state violence. She has a b1 level fluency of the French language and limited working proficiency of Tagalag. Her work has appeared on WYCC PBS, Hyphen Magazine, Xojane, Getty Images, and Free Speech Radio News. She has co-produced a number of award winning documentaries. Currently in pre-production is her latest, a film docu series, Ang Aming Palay, about the rice farming crisis in The Philippines.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Transcriber
• Sound Mixer

I am a creator through and through. If I am not working on a production I am writing, painting, or doodling in the margins. From founding and running a small production company to working with brands such as Nike and the Michael Jordan Company, I spend most of my time working on improving my skill set and work catalogue. Wearing many hats within my own production company I was able to Direct, Produce, Edit and sometimes shoot a lot of different projects. From shooting a halftime video for Fallout Boy on their world tour to Directing multiple music videos and commercials for Disney and FCB-X, I can confidently say I've seen both sides of the digital video spectrum.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer
• Senior Editor

I'm a hybrid "cinematographer.editor." currently based in Chicago, with over 12 years of experience in video production, locally and internationally. I specialize in branded content, short films, documentaries and corporate projects. I also have an awarded background as Creative Director in advertising; that's why I know how to create stories with purpose. I can work solo, as a team partner or in a crew, on-site or remotely, as long as they either speak French, Chinese or English. I like video games, dogs, iaido, Mahler, eating ice creams with my kid, sometimes in this particular order.

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

Deliver profitable, highest quality content within time and budget constraints, based on expertise as a creative, well-rounded producer, editor, director, and cameraman. ---------------- Live action / motion graphics production and post-production for documentary/news/scripted programs, both nationally and internationally produced. Experience creating content for broadcast, theatrical and online platforms (including startups). Knowledgeable in all stages of production and post-production; additional experience includes film/DVD distribution, acquisitions, authoring/quality control, marketing and metadata management.

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

Experienced and passionate Cinematographer with extensive industry experience, training, and proven success in various facets of cinematography. Adept in overseeing all aspects of film production; including camera lens choices, camera manipulation, lighting choices, set design, and various technological matters that affect the overall visual outcome of the film. Prioritizes the goals of the film by effectively and efficiently collaborating with others. Enthusiastic and committed to creating thought provoking cinematic images; that will captivate audiences and bring to bare the realities and beauty of cinematic story telling.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I’m a graduate of Tribeca Flashpoint College with a degree in cinematography and a passion to tell stories through a visual platform. With experience ranging from documentaries that premiered at Sundance to time spent at one of Chicago’s largest ad agencies, I look forward to collaborating in order to make a story come to life. Currently, I’m freelancing for various clients shooting on my own Sony FX6 and FX3 in order to deliver the highest quality content possible. However, I am familiar with other camera platforms ranging from the RED lineup to the ALEXA series.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Gaffer
• Grip
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• HD Live Operator
• Full-Service Live Production
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Art Director