Discover Top Freelancers in the United States

Award-winning filmmaker and editor with a quick eye, a balance of technical and creative strengths and a talent for crafting emotionally-engaging, character-driven stories. Fernanda Tornaghi brings Brazilian flair and congeniality to her TV, film and corporate work. Her specialties span reality, documentary and fiction formats. She prides herself on being the kind of quick study who was able to high dive into editing for the Rio Olympics without any prior sports experience. She’s been known to make hard-nosed directors cry with her storytelling. Her feature documentary Queen of Brazil premiered at the 2008 Rio International Film Festival. It was awarded best feature at the 2010 NY Brazilian Film Festival and nominated for best documentary at the 2009 Zurich International Film Festival. Fernanda began her career in NYC and worked with independent filmmakers Bill Brand and Abigail Child. She also served as assistant editor to renowned Brazilian editors Leli Figueiredo, edt. and Henrique Tartarotti, edt.

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

Before starting CaveLight Films, Jordan wrote and produced numerous TV and documentary projects for Travel Channel, A&E Network, Discovery Channel and Animal Planet, as well as produced TV commercials abroad for brands that include Adidas, Samsung and Head & Shoulders. In 2008, he produced the feature length documentary, Where I Stand: The Hank Greenspun Story narrated by Academy Award winner Anthony Hopkins and directed by Emmy Award winner Scott Goldstein. Jordan has also produced multiple short documentaries for SgpMedia, which are on permanent exhibit in major museums including the Newseum in Washington, DC, The Simon Wiesenthal Museum of Tolerance in Los Angeles and the Tolerance Center in New York City. He also occasionally does freelance video work for the New York Times and Wall Street Journal. Jordan earned his Masters from the University of California, Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

I have built a career in entertainment advertising and running creative departments at CBS, NBC and Fox. I have personally directed hundreds of celebrities and television actors in promo shoots. Since I have worked in and ran television networks’ marketing and promo departments, I know how to handle fast turnaround, be responsive to feedback, and have a solution-oriented approach to the issues at hand. Over the last several years, I have been producing video content for a variety of organizations and companies that cross over various business sectors including non-profit & community services, health care, education, technology, telecommunications and more. Some of my clients include Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Family & Children's Service, Saban Research Institute, Symantec, TelePacific Communications, American Jewish University and Jet Propulsion Lab. I wear the hats needed to get the job done - Creative Director, director, producer, writer, editor.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

NICK is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and cinematographer who deeply understands the power of story. He’s directed, shot and produced feature documentaries, shorts and commercials that cover topics from the Flint water disaster to the Syrian refugee crisis. His work has taken him across the globe, screened at international film festivals and headlined campaigns run by brands such as Google, Samsung, and the US Holocaust Museum. With an anthropology degree from Columbia University and experience at one of the top strategic marketing agencies, Nick knows how to produce both branded and traditional doc content that not only engages viewers, but ignites a reaction. With a unique blend of keen story-telling sensibilities, beautiful aesthetics and technical savvy, Nick weaves together the cinematic with the strategic to create authentic documentary for the digital age. First and foremost a DP, he is also willing and able to don multiple hats in accordance with project needs.

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

I'm a filmmaker and video producer currently working for Grist, a Seattle-based media non-profit that focuses on environmental news and commentary. My focus is on social issues and its intersection with a wide range of topics like the environment, food, justice, immigration, culture, gender and race. Having reported from India, Singapore, South Africa and now the U.S., I strive to bring different and underrepresented perspectives to the fore. My stories are predominantly character-driven, using one compelling voice to paint a larger picture. Prior to Grist, I was an intern at Vox.com, where I produced videos for their politics and social team. I'm a recent graduate of Medill, Northwestern University, with a master's in journalism. My focus was on documentary filmmaking and web videos. Apart from my work at Medill, I've shot and edited a 3-part series with three others in Johannesburg, South Africa, on the two waves of Chinese immigrants to the country and the issues they face. I have also freelanced for various organizations, including DNAInfo Chicago, BuzzFeed, Christian Science Monitor and Brown Girl magazine.

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

I am an award-winning independent filmmaker from Cape Town, South Africa. My career started after completing my film and television studies at Monash University, South Africa in 2004. My films infuse music, history, politics, and art with geopolitical current affairs, examining issues and unknown stories to create narratives in impermanent settings. Between 2004-2008 I worked for the South African Broadcasting Corporation and many other production companies producing, shooting and directing high-end educational documentaries, magazine shows and music videos that have been featured on numerous international television channels including Al Jazeera, ESPN International, ZDF Germany, TRT-Turkey and HULU.  In 2009 I established Azania Rizing, a production company that aims to inspire young people through creative storytelling about Africa and the African Diaspora.  I have directed over 10 feature documentary films shot between five continents including over 20 short current affairs news inserts. I’ve also guest lectured at various international universities including the University of Cape Town, University of Johannesburg, University of Pennsylvania, University of Sao Paulo, Johns Hopkins University, Tulane University, University of West Indies, and the University of Toronto. My latest film, “Not in My Neighourhood” won multiple awards including the Audience Award at Encounters International Film Festival (South Africa), Best Documentary at the American Black Film Festival (US) and Jury Award for Most Outstanding Film at the African International Film Festival (Nigeria).

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• Drone Operator

2-time Emmy Award winning Producer possessing a unique artistic vision for developing successful shows. 10+ years of experience managing teams and shows from inception to completion, including concept development, timeline management and budget oversight. Proven track record of successfully creating innovative ideas to appeal to a broad interest group. Specialize in managing all aspects of major television production with an emphasis on storytelling for clients such as NASCAR, Discovery, FOX, CBS, NFL, ESPN and CBS Sports. Clearly define project parameters and manage the process, workflow, teams and clients. Manage multiple daily requests from both internal clients and external partners. Provide visionary leadership and management for producers and staff members. Foster a productive atmosphere among team members that is conducive to creating innovative ideas. Responsible for conducting interviews and hiring for key positions.

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

Kent Truog is a freelance multimedia producer and photographer whose work focuses on issues of conservation, social justice, and cultural preservation. He was a producer on MTV Exit's human trafficking documentary series, is a regular contributor at the World Wildlife Fund, and has partnered with numerous international NGOs to further their philanthropic mission through creative storytelling. Kent is a strong believer in collaboration and hopes his work draws attention to marginalized populations throughout the world. Some of his past projects have involved telling the stories of young women on the verge of aging out of an orphanage in Honduras, gender empowerment through coffee farming in Kenya, critically endangered dolphins in the Mekong River, and most recently he supported a first response unit as a photographer to document the immediate aftermath of those affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. Kent is currently based in Manila, Philippines.

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

Founded in 2008, GLP Films is an award-winning content marketing agency dedicated to authentic storytelling within the travel industry (e.g. adventure, outdoor, food, culture, wildlife, sustainability). To date, GLP has produced and distributed 150+ films/videos across 25+ countries in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and North America. In addition, GLP provides a unique set of services for global partners (brand strategy, stakeholder development, distribution campaigns, etc). For more info, please visit our website: www.glpfilms.com. Recent films clients include National Geographic, Columbia Sportswear, Mexico Tourism Board, Mountain Lodges of Peru (tour operator), Inkaterra (hotel), Vibrams (outdoor brand), Cragghoppers (outdoor brand), Rainforest Alliance, International Rescue Committee (nonprofit), African Wildlife Foundation, UNWTO, UNEP, and more. Visit www.glpfilms.com for our latest work.

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

I’m an award-winning Producer who’s ready to contribute my leadership, fiscal management and creative skills. Whether producing complex digital, television and film projects, or bringing branded marketing initiatives to life, I’ve approached each aspect of my role as a producer with relentless curiosity, an ability to inspire the best work out of my team, and ability to align content with intended audiences. By effectively managing cross-functional teams and external vendors, I’ve played an integral role in delivering a diverse range of projects above expectations for high-profile clients including the BBC, National Geographic and Discovery Channel. I’m an expert at developing and tracking budgets and schedules, and implementing the daily controls needed to keep a production under budget and on time. I take care to continually update and expand my knowledge base and professional network, ensuring that I secure the most innovative technology and talented crew for my projects.

• Fixer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary

I’m an Italian independent documentary filmmaker based in New York City and part-time in Los Angeles, I’ve been freelancing as a producer, field producer, and cinematographer for VICE Media since early 2016, and I’ve collaborated with numerous firms such as Radical Media, Anchor Entertainment, Scott Free, PBS, Hulu, Rolling Stones. I have a wide range of experience with the development of original ideas, elaborating decks, pitching possible formats, and handling the realization of a project throughout all stages of production. I’m an avid reader, an attendee of film festivals, a researcher for documentary series, and a podcasts listener, especially those of philosophical and political nature. I’m very interested in capturing stories of personal transformation and exploring diverse methods of storytelling through the art of filmmaking. I want to raise social, environmental, and political debates and stimulate emotional reactions in my audience through the lens of character-driven films. I speak 3 languages, I traveled to shoot approximately 40 of the United States of America and visited all continents of the world except for Antarctica. I practice mindfulness, yoga, climbing, backpacking, and theatre.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Drone Operator

After earning degrees in Media Communications and Spanish at North Carolina State University in 2004, I began my career in video production working as an editor and camera operator on a cooking show in Raleigh, NC.In 2005, I moved to Charleston, SC where I began working as an editor and producer for Litton Entertainment (now known as Hearst Media). Over the course of several years, I worked on a variety of nationally televised docu-reality TV series, including Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition, Calling Dr. Pol, The Brady Barr Experience, The Great Doctor Scott, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Hidden Heroes, Exploration with Richard Weise, Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller, and Hometeam. In 2011, I founded Palmetto Coast Media and began creating videos for businesses and events all over Charleston. In 2012, we co-created, co-produced, directed, filmed and edited a docu-reality TV series called “Give Me Shelter,” featuring the Charleston-based animal shelter Pet Helpers. The series aired on Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo Mundo, Hulu and Animal Planet in over 100 countries. In 2019, a promo video we created for Pet Helpers was voted by locals as Best Locally Produced Video in Charleston City Paper. It has been an exciting journey to work with so many incredible clients and partners over these past 12 years!

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Editor
• Field Producer
• Creative Director
• Corporate Videographer
• Post-Production Manager

Jesse Andrew Clark has spent the past fourteen years honing his visual style in cinematography. Both a creative force and technical mastermind behind the camera, Jesse has taught filmmaking workshops in northern and central California, including the Esalen Institute and UC Berkeley. Jesse has worked with Sundance-winning director Frederick Marx in honing his new feature film as well as National Geographic stereographer Peter Chang in order to hone his timelapse technique. In addition, Jesse has produced big-brand event content (Facebook, Instagram, Samsung, Whole Foods) and thus brings with him an understanding of 'getting the shot' under changing conditions. Although most comfortable behind the camera, Jesse isn't hesitant to get his hands dirty when someone needs a hand. He specializes in motion-control timelapse 4K imaging & post-production and also is an editor, colorist, and motion graphic artist. His true passion lies in service of story through moving picture.

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

Vanessa Castillo and my passion is visual storytelling. Visual storytelling is a fancy term for documenting life in a journalistic way. I tell multimedia stories; through photography and video. Creatively editing stories together that inspire and impact the personal lives of people I’m working with, and those watching. A little fun fact about me is that, I was a competitive all star cheerleader for 15 years. This wasn’t your ordinary high school rah rah cheerleading, this was downright for the big dogs, and we had to know every meaning of the word teamwork. That interactive teamwork propelled me into the team member I am today. Im most excited when im depicting peoples lives and experiences through the journalistic style of visual story-telling, where others feel closer to it. Showing authenticity helps the audience relate to these stories and creates a greater sense of community. I strive to be that top of mind creative, people think of when they want their stories told.

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

I'm a freelance photographer, videographer, designer, and editor located in Iowa, USA. I'm also working on my M.A. in photojournalism at the School of Visual Communication. Previously, I was the Photographer, Videographer, Editor and Designer at Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering. As a DAAD internXchange fellow, I interned at the Potsdamer Neueste Nachrichten, a Tagesspiegel paper covering Brandenburg, Germany's capital city. For several years before that I worked in Berlin, where I first traveled on a Fulbright Fellowship. I received my B.A. in German and Literature, Science and the Arts from the University of Iowa. My research interests are focused on immigration, justice, history and public policy. My work has appeared in publications such as Archaeology, The Athens News, The Cedar Rapids Gazette, The Daily Mail, The Houston Chronicle, Ohio Today, PBS NewsHour Online, Smithsonian Online, The Texas Tribune. It has been recognized by Photo Philanthropy, as well as the NPPA.

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

Though I have been fortunate to be in the Radio/TV Broadcasting/Video Production Industry for 2 decades-the working relationships I have cultivated with passionate professionals who have a heart for humanity and convey HOPE in the stories they tell bring more satisfaction than any awards. Here's what I've been blessed to cover: -Produced short and long format testimonies and fundraising videos for Int'l ministries. - Dp’d (Director of Photography) & produced multi-camera interviews and productions. - Covered high profile events such as The Super Bowl, World Series, Final Four and disaster relief stories worldwide. - Filmed sensitive, “Human Trafficking” stories in Brazil -Covered the Papal Conclave (New Pope Announcement) at the Vatican and President Obama’s visit to Israel -Produced News Shows, Travel Segments, Book Trailers, Tutorial "How to" videos, Commercials & Music Videos. -Started Show for Int'l Ministry -Helping Build an Orphanage in Kenya

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

Kathleen is a documentary filmmaker. She serves as the Social Media Manager and Film Assistant at Flying Carp Productions. After receiving her BA in journalism and documentary production from Flagler College in 2015, she has been working in the San Francisco documentary community for award-winning independent production companies. She assists filmmakers with all aspects of production including social media, data research, film-trailer editing, shooting interviews, fundraising management, and distribution. She has a passion for journalism and documentary production. She interned as a researcher at the CNN headquarters in Atlanta. Her projects have included reporting on the homeless crisis in Atlanta, which won her a Georgia Associated Press Broadcasters Award. She traveled to Kenya where she produced a short documentary film, "Living Positive." This film highlighted the amazing work of the Safe Water Aids Project in Kenya.

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

Greg Alexander, owner of Alexander Productions, has over 16 years of editing and video experience in news and production. For 13 years I covered news in Kansas. I have covered many major events including the Greensburg Tornado, BTK, presidents visits and many more. I have experience in operating satellite trucks and live trucks. Eight years ago I started my production company and left news in 2012. With me you get the best of both worlds. I understand the daily deadlines of news, but now with my production background I am also able to produce an even higher quality product. Look at my work and you will see. Equipment: Multiple Canon DSLR and Canon FX305. AUDIO: multiple wireless microphones, mixer,and a external audio reorders. LIGHT: 6 head Lowel light kit with multiple soft boxes, 2 LED light, (battery power). Slider and Jib. We also have access, for an extra charge, to HDI lights, Kino Flo Diva Lights, car mounts and much more.

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

As a Media Producer, Film Director, and Editor, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. I am driven by creating exciting narratives that attract listeners and provide a lasting impression. As an accomplished cinematographer with a keen eye for interviews, I excel at optimizing locations by carefully balancing lighting and composition. My signature style creates an atmosphere where interviewees feel at ease, resulting in enhanced access and exceptional performances. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating on various projects across different genres. Notably, I have worked on feature films such as "Lost in the Mountains" (2018), and produced documentaries like "Wild Sounds" (2007) and "The New Story" (2019). During my time at GenTV (Channel 8, Miami), I held a leadership role in the promotions department and served as the Editor for the reality show "Letter and Music" (Telemundo-NBC). Additionally, my most recent editing endeavor, "New Dawn" (2020), was honored with the prestigious "Documentary Achievement Award" at the Miami Film Festival. As a seasoned post-production producer, I have experience working with teams of all sizes, including editors, colorists, sound technicians, motion graphics experts, and CGI artists. I have successfully managed numerous projects, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient workflows. My ability to scale the scope of production according to specific needs allows me to adapt to various budgets and timelines, while maintaining the highest quality standards. In addition to my technical skills, I am a dedicated team player who thrives in collaborative environments. I believe the best results are achieved through open communication, mutual respect, and the collective contributions of a talented team.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Editor
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Creative Director

Hisonni Johnson is a Writer, Director, Actor, Cinematographer and Creator. He earned a full academic scholarship to the prestigious University School of Milwaukee, a nationally renowned college preparatory high school. He further distinguished himself by receiving the Presidential Gold Seal for academics and athletics. Johnson studied acting at the University of Wisconsin in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program, but his talent and ambitions did not remain solely in front of the lens. Hisonni studied with acclaimed Chicago photographer David VanderVeen. An impressive portfolio of commercials resulted, along with an affinity for still photography, video and film. He has worked professionally in nearly every crew position there is in both television and film. As a result, his skills as a writer, director and cinematographer have quickly earned him numerous awards and accolades. In the past year, alone, Hisonni has received nearly 100 accolades for his two original television pilots,

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