Discover Top Freelancers in Salinas, California, USA

I am a journalist/producer/storyteller with extensive video production and online strategy development experience. My background provides me with an extensive understanding of the challenges and trends in the evolving digital media industry yet preserve the crucial art of impactful storytelling. At the core of my work is encouraging creativity and collaboration among my peers and those I manage resulting in highly successful communication projects and relationships across all levels. Specialties: Story producing from concept to completion, documentary film-making, photography, writing, editing, coordinating interviews, media training/consulting.

• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Reporter / Journalist

Bay Area Director/Editor Directing clients include: Levi's Denizen, Wild Turkey, Deerhoof, Chicano Batman, HXXS, Try The Pie, and Eve's Peach Editing Clients include Apple, Google, Masterclass, AirBnb, Vox Media, Epic Digital, Pinterest, Levi's, Instagram, and more. Selected Experience: Freelance Commercial Editor, Director: 7 Years Experience. Directing Credits: Commercials Levi's Denizen "Fall Up", "Happy Halloween" Wild Turkey "Turkey is Served" Music Video: Deerhoof "Damaged Eyes Squinting into the Beautiful Overhot Sun" Chicano Batman "Dark Star" Chicano Batman "Pastel Sunrise" Eve's Peach "Waiting On the Sun" HXXS: "Seppuku" and "It's Calling"

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Creative Director

My sweet spot has been making award-winning content with limited budgets and unlimited potential. I've directed and/or produced over 50 projects from broadcast commercials to documentaries; animation and live-action. My movies have been distributed by Universal Pictures (Dragon Nest), Columbia Pictures/Sony (First Love: It’s The Music!) and FilmBuff (Senses of Place). I have made branded content for major brands (Warner Bros, X Box, GE, to name a few) and have won awards for numerous films I’ve directed and/or produced. Additionally, I served as Vice President of Production and Development for Mili Pictures. I have lived and worked all over the globe.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company

Marketing Manager turned film professional. I'm experienced in writing coverages, video editing, shooting, interviewing, creating pitch decks and writing grants. I previously shot and edited video campaigns and stop animation videos for Help Refugees UK (ChooseLove), UC Berkeley, Haas Business School, Golden Gate University, Digital Labs, Erin Schrode’s Congressional campaign (featured on the History Channel, PopSugar, NowThis, CNN) and more. I have a sales background and a proven record of successful social media advertising campaigns on Facebook and Instagram with top campaigns hitting over 7x Return on Ad Spend (ROAS).

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

Stage Ham Creative is dedicated to helping emerging platforms & technology companies better communicate their message through video and audio content. Our remote workforce gives us a wide reach to top editors, directors, photographers, designers, animators, illustrators, and more. What does it mean to be a strategy-first company? We start every project with a discovery session to learn all we can about a company’s needs and goals before we start a project. With our roots grounded in entertainment, we understand and fully embrace the development process so that the direction is clear and the goals are targeted.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Sound Designer
• Colorist

I am a Director, Producer and Cinematographer. My work has appeared on most of the world's major networks, streaming channels and of course numerous websites. I shot for broadcast television for many years. The bulk of those projects were segments for network news, cable channels and documentaries. I've been primarily focusing on high-end corporate and documentary projects for the last few years. I have finished four of my own documentaries and I am always planning my next film. My varied experience and extensive production background is of great value to most any project. I primarily shoot with my SONY FX9 4K camera and a set of Zeiss Prime lenses.

• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

I am a documentary photographer and film maker. I have a masters in Social Documentation from UC Santa Cruz where I completed my thesis documentary film about sustainable agriculture in Cuba. I work in this field because I love to interact with people and am encouraged by the possibility of widening perspectives (my own, the participants, and the viewers.) My interests are infinite and my work has ranged from topics of racial injustice, to challenging international aid, to examining sustainable agriculture, and celebrating cultural heritage. I am available for freelance work anywhere in the world as a photographer, videographer, producer, and director.

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

Hailing from Chicago - now residing in the San Francisco Bay Area. JJ brings to his projects a positive energy and diverse skillset that come together to make highly engaging content. His work producing, shooting and editing extends to the corporate world including the social media videos for the Super Bowl 50 Host Committee and internal videos for clients such as Adobe, Spotify, and Teespring. Driven by his never-ending quest to perfect his craft, JJ continues to push boundaries when it comes to content creation, creating several videos that went “viral”. He is also a serial networker who thrives off of the amazing achievements of his friends and colleagues.

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

I am a multimedia journalist with strong writing and reporting skills and a recent graduate of Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. I'm passionate about my work. Excited to be in the middle of the digital interruption, keen to lead the way. Specialties: Video production, photography, radio, reporting and writing. Editing softwares: Adobe Premiere, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Audition. Interest: Deadline, News, Race and Ethnicity, Gender, Immigration, Domestic and International Affairs. Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube, Vimeo. Languages: Fluent in English and Hindi.

• Documentary DP
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Kevin Kunze is an award-winning director and producer based in Berkeley, California. Kunze is a graduate of the University of San Francisco and director of the feature documentary Mobilize (2014), which premiered at the Castro Theatre. The film won Best Documentary Feature at the 2014 California Independent Film Festival. Kunze's 360 documentary Silence in Paradise was the 2021 Telly Award for Immersive Media. Kunze served as an assistant editor on Take Me to the River, which won the SXSW 24 Beats audience award. Kunze has directed and produced commercials for Asics, College Track, Google, Meta, NASA Ames, 49ers Media, the San Jose Sharks, and Stanford University.

• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• On-Camera Talent
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• VR / AR
• TV News Producer

I bring a creative and technical edge to every project I am hired for and can provide daily video editing services for any type of content (commercial, corporate, educational, social, podcast) as well as project based fees. I work in Adobe Creative Suite and can also complete audio editing, color correction, and motion design and graphics on your project. You can view my portfolio at www.raytarara.com/portfolio. Happy to travel to work on-site in the Bay Area (San Francisco, Oakland, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Jose, etc) if your project requires on-site editing support and can provide my own storage and laptop. I am also equipped and comfortable to work remotely.

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

As a podcast producer and editor, I help businesses and associations develop and produce compelling podcasts that align with their mission and marketing objectives. I have over 11 years of experience in podcasting, including both audio and video production. I offer a full range of podcast production services, from editing, producing, show development, booking, writing, to audience growth. I have worked with clients from various industries and sectors, such as tourism, voter education, arts, and the non-profit sector. I enjoy collaborating with my clients and empowering them to share their voice and vision through podcasting.

• Podcast Producer
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Sound Mixer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Senior Editor

Hi! My name is Tatum and I am a freelance creative who is passionate about all things content creation. Whether you need a skilled writer, photographer, or filmmaker, I'm your gal! I specialize in creating exceptional travel content, and I also have a knack for directing talent and helping them shine on camera. I’ve previously written, directed, and produced content for Warner Bros, HBO, Discovery, Science Channel, Animal Planet, Geico, Lucasfilms, Legendary Pictures, and A24. If you're looking for a creative professional who is dedicated to delivering high-quality work and bringing your vision to life, look no further. Let's work together and create something truly extraordinary!

• Copywriter
• Copy Editor
• Digital Content Creator
• Reporter / Journalist

Here at Polarlight Productions, full-service production agency that shines a light on businesses, brands, and non-profits by creating one-of-a-kind visual stories that inspire viewers. We are dedicated to creating stories that drive exposure and growth. Our commitment to our clients is to create affordable, educational, and impactful visual stories that people want to watch and share. We offer everything from logo design to high-level creative pieces. Located in Sacramento CA, where we have a team of talented individuals who come alongside us as needed to create exactly what each client desires. We have a full filming studio, with top-of-the-line equipment, an editing bay, and studio space.

• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Executive Producer
• Senior Editor
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

I am a documentary filmmaker, nonfiction content creator video editor from Lisbon, Portugal, currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Coming from a background in media and film studies, as well as anthropology, I apply an interdisciplinary approach to my nonfiction storytelling practice. Deriving heavily from my background in ethnographic method, research and fieldwork, I strive for an ethical nonfiction media practice that is informed both by the power of storytelling and collaboration with the communities I attempt to represent. I mostly work as a nonfiction content creator and video editor both commercial and more independent projects.

• Digital Content Creator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - News
• Audio Storyteller
• Podcast Producer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

Orange County Native living and working in San Francisco as a producer, Drone operator, and videojournalist for newsgroup AIO Filmz. With over 7+ years of experience, I have been able to deliver high-quality content from the field to newsrooms across California. I have experience in delivering stories in the harshest conditions and under strict and tight deadlines. Traveling into unknown territory, I have been able to make an impact in communities with my storytelling. My work has been featured in many media outlets like ABC, NBC, FOX, CNN, DAILY MAIL, and TMZ, and has also been featured in countless documentaries.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Drone Operator
• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Product Photographer
• Production Assistant
• Digital Content Creator
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Corporate Videographer

I am a veteran producer of a wide variety of video projects around the globe. My work has included award-winning journalism, animated stories, nonprofit films, documentaries & web series. I’ve led video teams, developed new series, and trained journalists in various settings from Silicon Valley to Doha, Qatar. I adapt easily, am excited about innovation, and have experience with all things video, whether it be story arc or strategy, character development or accessibility, budgets or workflow. I have a deep rolodex of collaborators in the Bay Area and globally and love nothing more than telling compelling stories, whether for a brand, a journalism outfit, or a live audience.

• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Executive Producer

Polyglot Citizen of the World. Misunderstood for being a degree collector. Recent Experiences: Video Journalist at France 24 (TV). Writer on social issues (Web). I enjoy researching and interacting with people to bring a variety of angles to stories. My analysis enables me to rapidly identify the key points of what makes a good story, but most importantly, of what makes a TRUE story. Inspired by a serendipitous meeting with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in Yangon in 2011, I want to tell the stories of those who are not free from fear. I am well-versed in writing and have a keen interest in relaying stories through the visual medium as well.

• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Hi there! Jen Len here. I’m a journalist, author, and host of the Brand New Ways podcast. If I had a resume it would also list the following: magazine writer, radio broadcaster, design thinker, brand strategist, storyteller, and rock critic. For the past 10 years, I was a Senior Design Lead and Creative Strategist at global innovation consultancy IDEO, where my projects ran the gamut: from service and brand to products and environments; and my clients included big-hitters like Nike, Marriott, Visa, Equinox, Itaú, and Renault. I’m now available for consulting work as well as freelance reporting. I miss the hustle.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host

Kyle Merrit Ludowitz is a photojournalist specializing in international conflicts, humanitarian disasters, and war. Beginning in 2009, he traveled across the world to document, by photograph and dispatch, critical situations and the human condition in areas such as Israel/Palestine, Myanmar, Cambodia, Kashmir, Thailand, India, and Nepal. Featuring many crucial stories related to poverty, child welfare, military occupation, woman's rights, natural disasters, medical needs, and wounded individuals, his work is found in many publications from around the world. He currently resides in Oakland, California.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist