Discover Top Freelancers in the United States

Kristen Bateman is an author, writer, editor and creative consultant. She is the author of The Little Book of New York Style. Order it here! Her other 2024 forthcoming books include: The Met Gala Lookbook, Interior Style: Maximalist, The Little Book of Tom Ford, and Icons of Style: Zendaya. She specializes in writing features for print and digital publications including: Vogue, W Magazine, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Dazed, Town & Country, The New York Times Style Section, T magazine, The Cut, CNN Style, Architectural Digest, and many, many more. She also writes the shopping newsletter Doll Dealbook, runs the jewelry brand Dollchunk and occasionally writes on her own independent website on beauty, fashion and culture, called Sudden Chic. On the consulting side, she has worked with brands, agencies and individuals leading content marketing, copywriting, social strategy, creative direction and much more.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor
• On-Camera Talent
• Social Media Producer
• Digital Content Creator

Communications specialist with experience working in fast-paced, dynamic environments with tight deadlines and changing priorities. Experience with: Developing and executing strategies to promote products and services, as well as managing internal and external communications. Crafting compelling messages for a wide range of target audiences and producing engaging content for various marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, website, and print materials. Coordinating with design and content teams to produce high-quality marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, videos, and infographics. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of communications initiatives with overall business goals and objectives. Developing and maintaining relationships with media outlets, influencers, and industry partners to secure press coverage and partnerships.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Content Strategist
• Digital Content Creator
• TV News Producer

Ted is a freelance adventure photographer, focusing on rock climbing and alpinism. His work has been published by National Geographic Online, Outside Magazine, Rock and Ice Magazine, The Alpinist Magazine, Escalando climbing magazine and more. Ted has worked on assignment for The North Face, covering some of the company's highest profile expeditions in Nepal, Angola and Kenya. He shoots TNF's athlete summits each year. Ted also works closely with Black Diamond Ltd, shooting commercial photo and video projects throughout the year. He is an official ambassador for Goalzero and Boulder Denim. Other clients have included Columbia Sportswear, DJI, Travel Alberta, Destination BC, ReelRock Films, Royal Robbins, ThermaRest, Cascade Designs, Utah Tourism, Feathered Friends & La Sportiva. Prior to focusing full-time on photography, Ted worked for nearly a decade in the clean energy industry. He received a masters degree in renewable energy engineering from Stanford University, and a bachelors

• Digital Content Creator
• Documentary DP

After immersing myself in the world of filmmaking for years, I discovered that my true passion lies within the realm of cinematography. My fascination with capturing the essence of motion became unmistakably clear. Today, I view my career not just as a means of livelihood, but as a spiritual journey—a path that transcends mere occupation. For me, this profession is a profound connection to my innermost thoughts, passions, and creativity. It intertwines with the very fabric of my being, fostering a deep bond with nature, light, textures, and the myriad emotions of life. It's a calling that resonates with my soul, allowing me to forge meaningful connections with both my loved ones and the world around me. My aspiration is to perpetuate this journey and leave behind a lasting legacy for my children. I am driven by a desire to impart a powerful and positive message through the art of visual storytelling, both to my family and to the wider community.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant

I have completed the Multimedia Journalist course by Behrouz Turani, an experienced journalist and media historian. Additionally, I have consistently attended Midpoint Online Journalism School courses to enhance my skills and knowledge in the field. I am deeply committed to upholding the integrity and accuracy of information, a value that aligns seamlessly with the high standards of reputable media outlets. What distinguishes me is my demonstrated ability to consistently meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality and my aptitude for quick thinking and thriving in fast-paced environments. My creative writing style, exceptional reporting skills, and dedication to investigative journalism have been acknowledged and praised throughout my career. Furthermore, my background as an architect has cultivated in me a keen attention to detail, a trait that I believe is highly transferable to multimedia journalism.

• Production Assistant

Jeenah Moon is a photographer based in New York. She was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea. She came to the United States from Korea in 2007. She graduated from The International Center of Photography in 2014 where she was awarded the Dow Jones Scholarship. She is a contracted photographer at the New York Times, Bloomberg, Reuters, NBC news and Washington Post. She is also member of Diversify and Women Photograph. She has been working on projects which address pressing social issues and the capacity of this type of medium to capture the most meaningful, engaging and even impactful visual imagery. Selected exhibitions, awards - Picture of the Year 2020 : Second Place, Recreational Sports - Nominated 2017 PDN’s 30: New and Emerging Photographers to Watch - Awarded Reuters Mentorship Awards on Eddie Adams Workshop 2016 - One of winners of 2015 Front Page Award in the category of Photography Essay “The Watchman of New York”, New York, 2015 - Pingyao China International Photography

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist

Jasmin Corley is a 24 year old beauty/fashion/lifestyle/educational content creator, and influencer. Since 15 she has been creating content on platforms like Instagram, Youtube, and (at the time) Musical.ly (Now Tiktok). She has worked with brands such as Puma, Footlocker, FentyBeauty, Nike, Coca Cola, New Balance, and more on viral short form content that successfully appeals to their audiences. She recently received the Cultural Insider Award sponsored by Youtube and the Culture Creators for her work in her community and on social media. Her biggest achievement is being recognized by international brands such as Nike with the Rec Room Crew, Coca Cola, Instagram’s Creators, and more. She has spoken on panels hosted by brands such a Essence Girls United, and Dote to talk about content creation and building community. She hopes to continue to share her experiences and expertise to help fellow creators and influencers.

• Digital Content Creator
• Influencer

Paul "Pistol" Mpistolarides is owner of Pistol Enterprises a television production company based in Indianapolis, IN AND expanded to Milwaukee WI. Paul owned Midwest Uplink, a satellite truck company that included a fleet of 3 (million dollars HD Satellite trucks). Paul currently produces and directs the World Feed for the Indy 500 seen by over 100 countries live around the world. Paul, has won a National Emmy working on the Olympics for NBC Sports. Paul's past productions include: SpeedWeek and many live auto races, the first 10 summer and winter X-games, Scholastic Sports America, Big League Challenge HR Derby, MLB, the World Lacrosse Games, the MILL (Major Indoor Lacrosse), and US Pro Ski Tour. Paul cut his teeth at Lingner Group Productions. Since starting his own company, Paul has contributed production services for virtually every major sporting event and has branched out into News Coverage. Spending many hours working for all networks following the presidential election.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Company

Full-service video production services. FAA certified and insured drone operators. Fixed-wing/helicopter gimbal specialists. Highly experienced with commercials, branded content, documentary, and feature films. Alaska logistics and wildlife expertise. RED, Zeiss, Inspire 3, and other high-end production equipment on hand. We specialize in directing, aerial cinematography, freelance camera operation, and working in wild and remote corners of Alaska with our high-end production equipment including RED cameras, Zeiss lens kits, and more. We have extensive experience in producing, directing, filming, and editing a variety of video styles. We have worked in every genre of video production, from educational series to commercial videos and advertisements, to documentaries, TV, and feature films. As pilots, boaters, skiers, and fishermen, we know the very best filming locations throughout Alaska.

• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Corporate Videographer
• Digital Content Creator
• Drone Operator
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Mandee McKelvey was recently named one of the 50 Best Undiscovered Comics in the country by Thrillist, and it's not hard to see why. As one of the Midwest's most acclaimed stand-up comedians, Mandee is revered for her ability to spin tragedy into comedy. Mandee recently headlined the Middle Ground Comedy Festival, the Columbus Comedy Festival, and the Kentucky Comedy Festival and filmed her first special. She was named a breakout performer at the Limestone Comedy Festival. She has recently featured for Whitney Cummings, Michelle Wolf, Hannah Berner, Tig Notaro, Laurie Kilmartin, Todd Barry, and Anthony Jeselnik. Her one-woman-show, My Left Boob, received the Underdog Award for it's sold-out debut at the 2019 IndyFringe and Kansas City's Best of Fringe award in 2022 and 2023. Mandee produces the celebrated roast show, Character Assassination, and the storytelling show, We Still Like You.

• On-Camera Talent

PROFESSIONAL Customer-obsessed and detail-oriented professional with 12+ years of experience creating SUMMARY news stories, leading editorial discussions, and executing content management strategies while creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment for team members to thrive. Background in establishing omni-channels of communication to deliver informative and evidence-backed content on the latest stories for diverse audiences. Skilled at crisis management and passionate about managing reputational issues for positive media coverage via effective media relations initiatives. ACCOMPLISHMENTS • The first year DC News Now was operating, it saw a 140% increase in viewership and an increase of 222% in website visits. This was accomplished by focusing on our core target demographic and leveraging the digital marketing strategy I created. • Recipient of Emmy & Murrow Awards in 2012 & 2017, AP Awards & Alfred I. Dupont Award in 2012.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Production Assistant

First-generation Sudanese student and content creator, Sarah Lugor has emerged as an esteemed online personality and multi-faceted influencer. The teenage years were no walk in the park for Sarah. She sites her experiences with being the child of an immigrant and even a brief stint of homeless as what caused her to grow up early. After a particularly challenging period, she turned to the internet for a complete creative outlet and full emotional support – making comedic and relatable videos from the comfort of her humble bedroom. Little did she know that her yearning for connectivity with herself and with others would earn her a cult-like following of 3.5 million “besties”, land her press features in Vogue and Huffington Post, make her an LGBTQI+ TikTok Trailblazer, and name her a PAPER People. To date, she has been the face of the Starface Black Star launch (which have been in Targets across the Country as of 2023), she hosted Netflix’s “Pre-Pride” celebration, ALL OUT: A Night of P

• Digital Content Creator

My name is Lexi Mickens and I'm a former collegiate athlete turned Corporate America worker. My determination, leadership and compassion on the court led me to working for the best corporations in both tech and sports. My experience ranges from helping corporations build their mergers and acquisitions onboarding experience, structuring community culture through hosting local events for colleagues, providing opportunities for employees to become citizen philanthropists by establishing impact in their neighborhoods and creating/managing stakeholder relationships. My current goals are to revolutionize communities through sports and help members of my non-profit play the game, build a network and advance their career—all while staying involved in the sport they love. I am a community leader who thrives in event production providing the best in-person and virtual experiences, an expert in bringing people together and a connoisseur in creating a memorable atmosphere.

• On-Camera Talent
• Influencer
• Digital Content Creator

I am a filmmaker and visual journalist with over 10 years of experience writing, directing, producing, and editing impactful documentary films. As en editor, the pacing and structure of my edits are directed by emotion. I have experience in documentary sound design and basic color correction. As a director, I bring a unique creative eye to my projects, incorporating stop motion animation, puppetry, diorama builds and work with actors, into much of my journalism for The Washington Post. Creating a safe and supportive space for those featured in my stories is a top priority. I am passionate about portraying people's many layers with sensitivity and nuance. I earned a Pulitzer prize and the Ben Bradlee Award for Courage in journalism for my contributions to The Washington Post’s coverage of the January 6th insurrection. I am a Digiday winner and two-time Webby Honoree for multiple documentary series.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Art Director
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer
• Grip

John J. Ratey, MD, is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internationally recognized expert in Neuropsychiatry. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles, and 12 books published in over 20 languages, including the groundbreaking ADHD “Driven to Distraction” series with Ned Hallowell, MD. With the publication of his bestseller, "Spark:The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain", (2013) Dr. Ratey established himself as one of the world's foremost authorities on the brain-fitness connection in areas such as ADD, Autism, and Aging and Cognition. John grew up in the steel working town of Beaver, Pennsylvania, where an unlikely love of tennis led to competing in the US National Juniors and being offered an athletic scholarship to college. He attended Colgate University, where he was a Washburn scholar, receiving his BA in philosophy before moving to Boston. Finding work at Harvard’s Massachusetts Mental Health Center (MMHC) as an

• Content Strategist
• On-Camera Talent

Dr. Waite holds her PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, a Licensed Psychologist, and is a member of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Sport Psychology Registry. She is trained in helping high performers develop strategies to manage the adversity and stressors in their environment to help them maintain their well-being and maximize their performance when it matters most. The core of Dr. Waite’s philosophy is to support the unique developmental pathway of each of her clients, whether that is an Olympic athlete, collegiate athlete, or business leader, by building supportive interventions aimed at helping each individual achieve their long-term goals. Prior to her career as a Performance Psychologist, Dr. Waite was an NCAA All-American in track and field at Rice University and competed as a professional track and field athlete for nine years. She represented Great Britain at the 2016 Olympic Games.

• On-Camera Talent

Mamina Turegano, MD, is a triple board-certified dermatologist, internist, and dermatopathologist practicing in the greater New Orleans area specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She is also certified in integrative dermatology. Dr. Turegano completed a five-year double residency program in internal medicine and dermatology and served as chief resident at Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. She then completed her fellowship in dermatopathology at UCLA. She’s been taking care of patients in dermatology for 14 years and has been in private practice for 10 years. Dr. Turegano has a special interest in evaluating how nutrition, lifestyle, sleep, and other environmental factors can play a significant role in inflammation, aging, and cancer. In addition to providing skincare tips and knowledge on dermatological conditions through her social media platforms, she shares her Japanese mom’s anti-aging tips, which incorporates h

• Influencer
• On-Air Reporter / Host

Mehrnam Rastegari is a prominent Persian musician, film score composer, singer, violinist, and master Kamancheh player. She has been featured in some of the most prestigious music festivals worldwide, including GlobalFest in NYC, USA, Secret Planet in NYC, USA, Fajr International Music Festival in Tehran, Iran, the WOMEX (World Music Expo) in Tampere, Finland, Ragas Live Festival in NYC, USA, Let Her Sing in SF, USA, the International Competition named after Tlep Aspantaiuly in Astana, Kazakhstan, and numerous concerts across the world. Rastegari is an extraordinary Kamancheh performer, acclaimed by some of the finest Kamancheh artists and instructors globally, who have certified her as a Master Kamancheh player. She is a GMW alumna and a musical artist for the "World Music Institute," contributing to their multiple projects, including music performances, WMI Plus interviews, and podcasts. She was a featured guest speaker at the TEDx event.

• Music Composer
• On-Camera Talent

Raphaelle commenced piano lessons at the age of 4, prompted by the hearing issues she encountered as a result of multiple early-age infections and surgeries. Throughout her youth the music of composers such as Ennio Morricone, Jerry Goldsmith, and Francois de Roubaix inspired her talent. She graduated from the music conservatory of Lille, France in 2002 and eventually landed a marketing position with Google, which she left in 2015 after a life-changing event at Abbey Road Studios which inspired her to pursue her lifelong passion for music and film scoring. 2021 was a landmark year for Raphaelle in which she scored the Emmy Award-winning Disney+/National Geographic nature docu series Secrets of the Whales, produced by James Cameron and narrated by Sigourney Weaver. A cinematic, live-in-concert symphony orchestra experience for the series is forthcoming which will tour venues around the world. Her other scoring credits include the feature documentary Introducing, Selma Blair which was ho

• Music Composer

Foreign affairs leader with over 20 years of active duty service in the U.S. Army. Political-Military Affairs commentator to the New York Times, Washington Post, BBC World News, BBC Newshour, Al Arabiya, Al Hadath, and other media outlets. Applying these skills while transitioning to geopolitical consulting, international business development, media political-military commentary, or other advisory services. Motivated by leadership opportunities, mentoring, contributing to teams, learning new ideas, and problem solving. Advisor on national security specializing in Middle East and North Africa geopolitical, intelligence, security, military, political economy, and policy matters. Skilled foreign affairs specialist with experience serving on three strategic-level staffs in the Pentagon, including direct support for the Office of the Secretary of Defense Middle East Policy office. Seasoned and experienced professional in diplomatic affairs, having served in numerous U.S. Embassies.

• On-Camera Talent
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist