Discover Top Freelancers in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

Alaina grew up in Akron, Ohio where she developed a passion for photography and film. She then pursued a degree in Film and Television at DePaul University with a concentration in Creative Producing. During her time at DePaul she produced several films and series, and also gained experience in various crew positions. After working within the Chicago film scene, she decided to establish a career within the exciting community growing here.

• Line Producer / On-Location
• Sound Mixer
• Event Photographer
• Production Assistant
• Field Producer

Chicago brewed... Over the last 2 decades Michael has diligently carved a unique path through the cinematic underground. Relentlessly working towards the dream of becoming the writers, producers, and directors of the films you love. With the unwavering support of family, friends, and collaborators, Michael pushes forward into the creative abyss every minute of every day. His films reflect his authenticity. They are a reminder to all that watch... it is OK to have fun at the movies. Enjoy.

• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Executive Producer

Tom Miller is a director and cinematographer located in Chicago, Illinois. He started his career as a cinematographer on President Obama 2012 re-election campaign and spent that past decade producing ads for Democratic candidates, making advocacy documentaries and corporate social responsibility films. His work has racked up millions of views, won a Webby Award, a handful of Pollies, and been shown at film festivals across the country.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator

I'm an award-winning journalist and content creator with two decades of experience getting to the heart of the story. I've worked with brands (Pfizer, Hershey, McDonald's, American Express), digital agencies/publishers (NewsCred, Industry Dive, Politico FOCUS, Reuters, Bloomberg) and consumer publications (Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, O the Oprah Magazine, Eating Well, Saveur, etc) to humanize stories and issues.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter

As a fresh college graduate, I am looking for opportunities to break into the film and TV world. I am interested in management, PAing, and any office work to help shoots go smoothly. I have worked on many student productions as AD and Producer, as well as, I have worked as a Producer's Assistant on American Idol and a Background PA on Adult Swim's Joe Pera Talks with You. I had an internship with a casting group and helped source talent and manage actors on set.

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Assistant
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Series Producer / Show Runner

Jared Sosa is a media maker from Norfolk, VA who currently resides in Chicago, IL by way of Austin, TX, by way of Los Angeles. Jared had a hand in developing BuzzFeed’s video department from five producers to hundreds of producers. He’s responsible for many of the most innovative videos BuzzFeed has produced like “The One Where Jordan Peele Takes Over Obama’s Face.” He excels in every facet of production, and regularly does things no one else has really done before.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Commercial DP
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Copywriter
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Executive Producer

Been in the business for 25 years working as a director, cinematographer and editorial photographer. I have all the sources to get your project in the can. My team at LAUNCH includes two editors, two 3D artist a production coordinator sound, camera and lighting crew. We have 4000' of studio space, 3 ton grip truck a 1 ton grip van a MOVI M10, Jib, Western and dana dollies as well as 4K camera pkg's

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Monika Wnuk is a multimedia journalist and documentary photographer from Chicago, Illinois. She graduated with a Master’s from the Medill School of Journalism in June of 2014. She works for Northwestern University, where she shoots events, speaker series, and student engagement daily. In her free time, Monika shoots for When We Blink, a team of female photographers based in California, Illinois, and New York, along with weddings on request.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist

I am a journalist based in New York City. I recently graduated from the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism where I received my master's degree in urban reporting. My work includes an oral history of a radical college on the North Shore of Long Island, pieces on Hurricane Sandy destruction and recovery, and mini documentaries that range from Lolita street fashion to personal acceptance.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

Zachery Green is a passionate award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer based in Chicago. His obsession with light and cameras has taken him all across the western hemisphere as well as all over sets in Chicago. Zach’s filmography ranges from heartfelt feature films to award winning shorts and well respected corporate videos.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I'm a film composer based in Los Angeles, CA. I have worked as a composer, sound designer, and music supervisor on a number of projects including feature films, podcasts, documentaries, web series, iOS apps, and loads of advertisements. My personal style is a based on a palette of lush orchestral, folk, and electronic sounds.

• Music Composer
• Sound Designer

An award winning filmmaker, and creative wave of a person, Jeremy has been classically trained in film school at the prestigious and highly decorated academy DePaul University Chicago. Whether he's thinking furiously about how to subvert expectations, or making "L"s with his hands doing that thing that directors do, you know he's going to create something magical.

• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Assistant
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Full-Service Live Production
• Fixer

Chicago Native and Video Editor with experience in a large swath of industries. Fluent in the majority of all NLE's. With the ability to work under pressure and get projects out the door on time, you cannot go wrong here. Work smart not hard! I am Video Editor with 15 years of experience and able to work fast and more importantly, efficiently. I thrive under pressure and at home with it.

• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Sound Designer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Chicago-based professional videographer, editor, and producer with a passion for innovative and compelling storytelling through the medium of video. I have over ten years of experience with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects and have worked extensively with a variety of professional video equipment.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• HD Live Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP

Nowadays there is almost too much content out there. What's great about that is that the cream will rise to the top. Bona Fide Media makes content that is raw and authentic helping you stand out . We will put in the extra work to make something that both of us will be very proud of. That's a bona fide guarantee.

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

While my most recent experience has been in journalism, I also have over seven years of experience working behind the scenes. I've been an editor, producer, reporter, and director for different programs. I recently co-founded Toughington Post with two other Medill graduates. Toughington Post is Chicago's source for web media and is growing every day.

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

Hi, my name is Sam Freeman I'm a freelance motion graphics artist. I'm actively seeking 3-D or 2-D animation and design projects. I've been working as an animator/designer for over 10 years. I've worked on short 1 to 2 day corporate projects as well as multi-month broadcast projects for world we known brands. I'm looking forward to working with you.

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

My name is Joel Witte. I've been in the television industry for 30 years. I've worked in places all over the country including 20 years in Washington, DC. I've shot news. I've shot documentaries of one for Emmys five Kellys 25 White House press photographer awards including eight first place awards.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer

Jayce Kolinski is a freelance nonfiction Producer and Cinematographer currently based in the Midwest. They have worked professionally in the field for over six years and on projects for the CDC, Cousins Subs, and Verizon. Over the years they have worked for studios such as Endgame Entertainment, Mandalay Sports Media, September Club, and 371 Productions.

• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Corporate Videographer

Visual Storyteller from Grand Rapids, MI specializing in creating story-based visual content for growing brands, initiatives, and causes. Proficient in large commercial video shoots as well as small, nimble, international shoots. Heavy focus on powerful storytelling that impacts change in this world.

• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Executive Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist