Discover Top Freelancers in Rockford, Illinois, USA

Tom Krawczyk, a Chicago/Los Angeles/Poland-based photographer and filmmaker, spent two transformative years crafting documentaries in South Korea. His work graced the streets of Hongdae and Hong Kong. Across India, New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, and Myanmar, he shared his craft as a photography instructor. His directorial debut, "My Duduś," earned awards at SXSW and was picked up by The New York Times and PBS. With an MFA from Łódź Film School and a member of the IATSE Local 600, Tom is poised for new adventures in photography and film.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Translator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Executive Producer
• Creative Director
• Sound Designer
• Senior Editor
• Colorist
• On-Camera Talent

My name is Anastasia, and I am a very passionate, challenge-loving creative working in the film industry. I like to find and bring creativity to every project I am a part of, and I love flexing my problem solving skills! I enjoy a good challenge, and am great at keeping team spirits up to provide clients with the best possible product. I have worked on large scale commercials, web series, features and union shows. I have created two short narrative films that both took place in festivals, and am always looking to keep growing my skill set.

• Gaffer
• Grip
• Video Editor - Documentary

I am a multimedia photojournalist and editor residing in Chicago, Ill. I graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor of Journalism within the photojournalism program. My past experience is working as a multimedia assistant at Paste Magazine, acting as a videographer and multimedia editor for band sessions. Currently I am a freelancer as a videographer and editor for music videos, promotional documentary films, long-form documentary films, commercial/marketing videos and still photography for editorial content.

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

A veritable swiss-army knife of media production. I have helped brands, businesses, organizations and artists with engaging video marketing for the past 10 years. Working primarily as a Video Editor & Videographer, I am a digital creative with diverse experience in all faces of media production, with a background in journalism. My editorial work has included award-nominated documentaries and popular music videos to large ad campaigns and bite-size content for social media. This breadth of experience has equipped me with the versatility and creativity to help on any project.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Chicago based Chief Lighting Technician looking to bring your aesthetic to life through light. With an education from Columbia College Chicago based in 35mm film and 10+ years experience in an ever-evolving digital industry; Bradley is well-versed with age-old industry standards to the latest and greatest in LED technology. No project is too big nor too small, too local nor too far out. If you’ve got a story to tell, let Bradley Smith & Aesthetic Electric bring your story to life through light. Get lit. 💡

• Gaffer

I am a freelance Production Generalist focusing on producing videos and illustrations for businesses. I am either hired to fill the gaps in a production pipeline, or I am producing exceptional work, and in my opinion, for the greatest clients in the world. In Motion Design, Video Production, and Post, I have found a lifetime of learning and creative joy. I am forever fortunate this is my vocation. My twenty-year focus in filmmaking has blessed me with an intimate knowledge of every aspect of the production process and my life experience, like most, sets me a part. Talk soon,

• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Storyboard Artist
• Art Director
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Documentary

My name is Jon and I am a AC/Gaffer/Grip/PA seeking opportunities in and around Chicago. I'm a passionate filmmaker with experience going on lunch/errand runs, helping load/unload gear and other tasks to keep a steady flow of communication. I’m a positive influence all around, detail oriented, very conscientious of time schedules, and am a direct communicator who works well with others. I’m respectful and pride myself in being organized, diligent and ready to get to work. ​ Shoot me an email at x​ and let's work something out!

• Grip
• Production Assistant

Dan Protess brings more than 25 years of experience as an executive producer and writer, creating content for clients and media outlets including PBS, WTTW, NewsHour, Nightline, WPWR, and CSPAN. His recent work includes the weekly history documentary series Chicago Stories, the social issue documentary series Firsthand, the national primetime history series 10 that Changed America, and story-driven videos, writing, speeches, and virtual meetings for corporate, nonprofit, and financial services clients.

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

I am the International photographer Daniel Pinto. I offer the best images for you at any time. I am formed in photography in Berlin, Germany and I am also specialized in photojournalism and editing. My work is recognized and published in newspapers and magazines. As photographer I acquired the art of capturing emotions in unique and spontaneous moments through the seven countries where I has photographed over the past 20 years. I has been practicing photography which I defined by myself as; the art of seeing the world and people in particular.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I have a passion for video production. Ever since I was a young child, I've been interested in films. This inspired me attend the University of Wisconsin- Whitewater where I received a bachelor's degree in Electronic Media- TV, Film and Radio. Since graduating I've worked as a photojournalist for both ABC and CBS affiliates. I've also started my own video production business- 44 Caliber Media LLC. I currently work as a videographer/photographer for the largest personal injury law firm in the Midwest.

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

I look to tell fair, compelling, meaningful human stories for an international audience. My driving interest is social justice and urban reporting, Im also interested in global issues, and hope to work as a foreign correspondent or documentary filmmaker. At the moment, Im a graduate student at Northwestern, concentrating in video/ broadcast. Ill be traveling to the Philippines in June and Jerusalem in September- both should be great opportunities to make short documentaries that Im hoping to get published.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

As a young journalist, I am very proud of my work and am excited about the future. I am currently working as a freelance photographer and multimedia producer in the Chicago area. My work has been featured in the Chicago Sun-Times,Vice Magazine, HBO, Time Out Chicago, Pioneer Press Newspapers, The Rockford Register Star, and the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin -- just to name a few. Working for these groups has allowed me to develop the a strong eye for shaping a concept into a finely polished piece. I love my job.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

Highly creative, attentive, flexible, and meticulous individual with a record of successive responsibilities and skills growth in both career and personal life. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills. Dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. I am a passionate and inventive creator of innovative marketing solutions looking for a suitable position in my field of expertise.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - News
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host

Julia Fuller has worked in film and video for the past thirteen years primarily as a cinematographer, editor, and media instructor but also as a director, producer, sound designer, production designer and consultant. Her films have screened at festivals around the U.S, Canada, Europe, and Australia as well as at conferences, symposiums, on TV, and as part of undergraduate curriculum. She has an MFA from Temple University and a BA from Barnard College.

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

An avid filmmaker since childhood, I’ve always worked to create stories that inspire others. More than a job - creating is my passion. Confident in my path and eager to succeed, I attended Purdue for business and Tribeca Flashpoint for filmmaking. My favorite projects are documentary style videos - I love creating something from nothing and start with the seed of an idea, find the heart, and then bring it all into the real world.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer

Jerry Riles is an Award Winning Producer, Executive Producer, and Owner-Founder of "The Rewind Sports :60" a multi-media outlet based in Chicago. TRS60 is heard on WCPT 820AM in Chicago. Jerry has worked with and/or booked some of the Top professional Leaders in Sports, Entertainment, and Politics including Michael Jordan, Walter Payton, Pres. Barack Obama, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Tom Dreesen, Lloyd Walton, Kelly Lee Williams, and others.

• On-Air Reporter / Host
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I am a three-time Emmy award winner media professional and creative producer with over seven years of experience in video production and edition of commercials, digital videos, promos, spots, corporate videos for different media outlets including TV, Web, Social Media and Radio. My ambition to create and tell innovate stories forces me to be more dedicated finding what I want and how it should look visually.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Field Producer
• Production Assistant
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist

MFA in Film & Electronic Media from American University; Washington, D.C. President/Producer of Great Lakes Outreach Media Extensive experience working with government and government-funded clients. Frequently called upon to produce 3 to 5-minute stories for a variety of for profit and non-profit clients. Sony FX6 is my workhorse. Phantom 4 Pro V2 Sony A7S2 Sony A7R4 LED light panels Range of Microphones

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial

AC,Cam Op and Video editor based out of Chicago, IL. I have extensive production knowledge and experience at all levels from pre to post-production. My specializations are in corporate, commercial and unscripted documentary, as well as live events. Recent clients are AV Squad, Vertical Scope and FIRST on projects ranging from high level corporate events at the Google campus to marketing for the new "Fast and Furious" film.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Corporate Videographer

My name is Rocco Cataldo and I’m an Emmy-winning filmmaker, director, and writer, and founder/principal at Potenza Productions, a film production company focused on the foundation of storytelling, and all the stories that shape our lives. With over 20 years of experience as a director, creating award-winning short films, commercials, and other new media projects, my latest short film Emergence won a 2017 EMMY® Award for Outstanding Achievement in Arts Programing.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Digital Content Creator
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Field Producer