Discover Top Freelancers in Florida, USA

I’m Octavio Jones, a native of Washington D.C. I’ve also spent an extensive time of my life in North Carolina. I also am a proud HBCU graduate of Saint Augustine’s College (now Saint Augustine’s University) in Raleigh, North Carolina. I am an independent editorial photographer and photojournalist who has worked assignments for several media outlets such as NPR, New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, Buzz Feed, HuffPost, CNN, People, ELLE Decor, The Washington Post, and The Rolling Stone. Before going independent, I worked for the Tampa Bay Times, formerly the St. Petersburg Times, for nearly 10 years. I have a passion for telling the stories of marginalized communities through photographs. I also have an innate curiosity and drive for human connection that compels me to document the lives of individuals, frequently highlighting the challenges and effects of poverty.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Commercial DP
• Product Photographer
• Audio Storyteller

I began my professional career as a freelancer for Reuters in 2003, before graduating as a journalist in 2005. I then worked as a freelance for Associated Press and VC-Medios to produce content for History Channel, as well as for Univision, the BBC, and the Financial Times. Since 2017, I was the main coordinator for AFPTV in the Caracas office. Then from 2019 until mid-2021, I served as the coordinator of the Andean region, in charge of coverage of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru. I have received several awards, including the International Prize of the Varenne Foundation in France, which promotes freedom of expression, and the award of the twenty-sixth edition of the Bayeux Calvados-Normandie awards for war correspondents in the television category.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Douglas Howard is the Principal of Pixel 1080; Senior DP of the award winning production and post production company. In 2010 alone recipient of 9 Telly awards and 11 FMPTA (Florida Motion Picture; Television Association) Awards, Mr. Howard brings over 26 years of Design and Photo/Video experience to the table. Mr. Howard has had the pleasure to work with many Fortune 500 companies in such capacities as series pieces, show intros, pilots, sizzles, TV commercials, show trailers and many .com campaigns. His design abilities have allowed him to re-brand many companies, collaborate and author numerous CBT(Computer Based Training) projects and write various teaching materials for Colleges in his field of expertise.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Designer
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Creative Director

Andrea is a dynamic communications professional serving the market for 15 years. She has been part of producing, reporting, writing, broadcasting and marketing projects through her career performed in Canada, Ecuador and the United States. Her Masters Degree in Business Administration will allow her to promote marketing strategies for companies looking to provide results and growing profit. She is also open to collaborate in various types of industries in the market such as: Broadcasting, Education, Health, Tourism, among others. Andrea has a unique ability to manage and nurture talent, deliver revenue growth, oversee complex projects, and form strategic partnerships. Andrea strives to develop her business and communication goals, including customer and brand awareness.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Production Assistant
• Hair and Make-up Artist
• Video Editor - News
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Copy Editor
• Creative Director
• TV News Producer
• Fixer
• Product Photographer

Jeremiah Baumbach is Central Florida based cinematographer who has has been creating award winning content since 1999. With a 3 ton lighting and grip package, he owns & operates a handful of camera packages (Sony FS7 Mark ii / Blackmagic 6K Cinema) that can meet the needs of various producers & productions. He is experienced in on-location corporate interviews, commercials, documentaries, travel promo, feature films and short narrative. He is available for projects in Orlando, Daytona, Jacksonville, Tampa, Sarasota, West Palm, Ocala, and Gainesville. He is a three-time Emmy nominated director of photography. Screen his demo reel below to get an idea of the variety of digital media styles he can achieve for you.

• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• HD Live Operator
• Full-Service Live Production

Oluwaseyi Thomas, born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, is a talented director of photography based in the United States. He holds a bachelor's degree in film and a master's degree in the entertainment business. His versatile portfolio spans a wide range of genres, including commercials, narrative films, and documentary-style productions. Regardless of the medium, Oluwaseyi always keeps the story at the forefront of his cinematography. In his career, Oluwaseyi has collaborated with acclaimed directors, producers, and fellow creatives, earning him a reputation as a skilled and reliable professional. With a passion for storytelling and a global perspective, Oluwaseyi aims to continue to leave a positive impact on the film industry.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer

Jillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher, author, and host of the Podcast, Jillian On Love.  Fueled by an insatiable curiosity about what makes a relationship thrive, Jillian has helped thousands over the last 20 years through her teachings, courses, and writing to revolutionize their relationship with themselves so that they transform their romantic relationships. Jillian is sought out for her compassionate, direct, and very authentic style of coaching, teaching and writing. Jillian On Love (podcast): https://qcodemedia.com/jillian-on-love The Conscious Woman (membership): https://www.jillianturecki.com/membership Love Weekly (email newsletter): https://newsletter.jillianturecki.com

• Influencer
• Digital Content Creator

Film and television producer with a demonstrated history of working in the field, studio and the newsroom, with experience in the Middle East, Europe, the U.S. and Latin America. Natively bilingual in Arabic and English, comfortable working behind the camera and in front of it when needed, as well as the edit room. Experience working with international teams, managing crews, writing grants and booking travel. Strong researcher, writer and editor. Extensive experience working on sensitive stories, and finding and casting strong candidates for character-driven films. Adaptable, positive and focused. Graduated from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, with a specialization in documentary filmmaking.

• Documentary DP
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Field Producer
• Social Media Producer
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Fixer

Multi-platform creative professional • Developed mass-scale campaigns for various industries including: advertising, healthcare, broadcast, and the fashion industry. • Expert across digital platforms including CRM, social, web banners, cross channel campaigns, etc. Proven results in managing and developing brands. • Sr. advertising copywriter turned art director/illustrator/animator. Bilingual English/ Spanish. Specialties: Creative direction, advertising and marketing strategy, project management, integrated campaigns, social media campaigns, digital campaigns, digital/print design, copywriting, analog/digital illustration. Software: Adobe suite, After Effects, Sketch, Invision, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Basic html and CSS, Presentation Design, PowerPoint, Key Note, Procreate.

• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Director
• Graphic Designer
• Illustrator
• Copywriter
• Art Director
• Storyboard Artist

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Ashley Stokes has had a love for filmmaking from a young age. After studying in Pittsburgh, she graduated from Point Park University with a concentration in cinematography and minor in psychology. Now located in St Petersburg, Florida. Her wide array of skills on set allows her to be a helping hand for any department; as well as the ability to create multiple forms of content such as documentaries, narrative films, and commercials. Her most recent work as director of photography for a TV series, brings music performances to Allegheny County's residents in the midst of the pandemic. Ashley has been articulating the language of cinema for the entirety of her professional life. She continues to cultivate and learn her craft with every project.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Event Photographer

I have been in the film and video industry since 1995 and have a large degree of production experiences ranging from film shorts, commercial, ENG/Reality TV, feature films and more. My expertise is in production sound as a sound mixer and boom operator. I have enclosed my resume for review and can provide any references you may need. I am an owner/operator and have a full ENG audio package (Zaxcom 10 track recorder, boom, wireless lavaliers, and assistive listening). If you are looking for someone who is professional and efficient, please feel free to contact me. I’ve included my resume and can easily provide any references you should require. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you.

• Sound Mixer

Bilingual journalist with more than 20 years of experience in media. Multimedia content producer, editor and social media expert. Experience as a journalist, both in reporting and in coordinating news coverage. - Experience dispatching reporters to cover breaking news as it happens - Ability to generate story ideas, to do research and to set up the content and interviews. Work Experience: VOA Spanish Service Web Writer- 2015 -2017 -Multimedia journalist at the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Miami) -Reporter and writer at Diario de Las Americas (Miami) 2006-2015 HAVANA, CUBA. SPANISH CORRESPONDENT. - Producer, reporter Latam (Latin America) Spanish Services and Reuters TV Services.

• Reporter / Journalist

Isaac Brown is an award-winning director with a masterʼs degree in documentary film production from University of Floridaʼs Documentary Institute. His thesis film GIMME GREEN won over a dozen awards and screened at over 100 film festivals around the world. His documentary TERRA BLIGHT premiered at Slamdance 2012. He has over 19 years of production experience and holds his part 107 certification with the FAA to fly drones commercially. Isaac is a Professor of Digital Media at Florida State College at Jacksonville. See his work at: www.jellyfishsmack.com IMDB.com: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2627740/

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator

Independent producer, cameraman and editor. I have worked for LabTV producing video profiles of researchers around Florida. I also produced several videos for Florida International University including Human Resources, Housing and Residential Life and Athletics Department. I was selected to participate in the Latino Producers Academy organized by NALIP. I produced the video course "Domestic Violence: An Epidemic Problem" devoted to healthcare providers. Other training videos dealing with AIDS were produced for Jackson Memorial Hospital . I also have traveled around the world for a variety of organizations.

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

In the biz since 1996, Al Marinelli is a production vet with experience in all forms of production. After being the DP of a documentary company and honing his storytelling and interview skills, Al moved on to shoot some indy films and then jumped into reality, making the rounds thru the networks. During this process he founded Red Five Productions and continued to branch out further in the production world. Interviews / Docs / Commercials / Music Videos / Scripted / Reality, whatever you need, this award winning DP can make it happen. Good attitude, loves production, plenty of gear and contacts to make your project shine. DAY RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE GEAR.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

I am a passionate and committed videographer and editor who has traveled to over 26 countries and been able to work on video projects ranging from documentary to commercial work to creative short films. I first picked up a camera when I was ten years old and have loved the process of making videos and working with people ever since. I want to string together stories in any genre of video work that create a new way of seeing the world, a product, or people. One of my most recent projects was producing a shoot for Cisco & the McLaren F1 Racing team in Singapore, which has thus far been a favorite.

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Corporate Videographer
• Event Photographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Portrait Photographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Hi, I’m Mercedes Valencia, a seasoned Esthetician, skilled event host, and the voice behind ‘The Graceful Edit’ podcast. With extensive experience under mentors like Shani Darden, I specialize in non-invasive beauty treatments and holistic skincare. As the founder of Master Thyself Skincare, I create products that promote graceful aging. I have collaborated with top brands like Sephora and Meta, and I am passionate about moderating events and narrating content that educates and inspires. My dynamic approach integrates beauty, wellness, and empowerment, making every collaboration unique and impactful.

• Influencer
• Digital Content Creator

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY as an only child in a two-parent household. Real Estate was the family business and occupied the majority of her adult working life. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Film from Full Sail University in March 2016 and earned her master's degree in Entertainment Business. Donna was born a filmmaker. Although she was not able to follow her passion until later in life, this proved to be her advantage. A lover of art, music, film, and fashion; she is a unique urban artist with a raw and edgy writing style. As an independent creative in several digital mediums, her works are self-defining.

• Corporate Videographer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Barbara Estrada is a multifaceted, innovative and multimedia journalist that has a passion for telling captivating visual stories. Reporting on global news about immigration and political issues is second nature to Barbara. During her time at USC, she covered stories that were happening globally for the international desk as the International News Anchor. She’s reported at the U.S.-Mexico border during the Haitian migration crisis in 2016 and produced a mini-documentary in Greece. She has contributed to various news organizations like VICE, ABC News, Fusion, Variety Latino, Univision, Latino Rebels and We are Mitu.

• On-Air Reporter / Host
• TV News Producer
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Transcriber
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Fixer

Multi award winning Senior Audio Engineer with 15+ years demonstrated history of working in the audio post-production industry. Skilled in sound design, ADR and dubbing, surround sound mixing, radio and TV advertising production, voice over directing and recording, ISDN, Source Connect and phone patch, original music production, dialogue cleanup, sound effects and music editing. - 2018 Cannes Lion shortlist - 2018 Bronze winners at the CLIO awards - 2018 Silver winners at FIAP awards - 2018 Silver and bronze winners at El Ojo de Iberoamérica - 2018 Gold, Silver & Bronze winners at El Sol Festival Iberoamericano de la comunicación - 2018 Gold winners at the Wave Festival in Rio

• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer