Video Portfolio – Cinematography & Storytelling

With a passion for crafting stories through video, I combine cinematography, composition, and editing to create visually striking and emotionally resonant work. From capturing authentic, candid moments at weddings and events to producing polished promotional content and travel films, I focus on cinematic quality while tailoring each project to its unique story and audience.

• Role: Videographer / Editor
• Details: Captured a sacred and intimate Jehovah’s Witness wedding ceremony and reception, highlighting meaningful moments of faith, love, and family connection. Shot using two Canon R5C cameras, Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera, RF 24–70mm, RF 35mm 1.8, RF 70–200mm f/2.8, DJI drone, and SmallRig camera rig accessories. The film emphasizes soft glances, joyful embraces, and heartfelt vows, creating a timeless and cinematic story.
• Impact: Delivered a cinematic wedding film that authentically showcases the couple’s love, faith, and family bonds, leaving a lasting keepsake for them while demonstrating professional, high-quality wedding videography suitable for future clients and prospective collaborations.

• Role: Videographer / Editor
• Details: Traveled across Peru, capturing the country’s rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant local experiences using the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Key locations included Cusco, Lake Titicaca, Las Siete Lagunas Ausangate, Machu Picchu, the Seven Color Mountain, Lima, and more. Edited and color-graded footage in DaVinci Resolve, utilizing SmallRig accessories to ensure stable and cinematic shots throughout the trip.
• Impact: Produced a visually stunning travel film that highlights Peru’s diversity and beauty, demonstrating ability to craft engaging content using mobile and portable equipment while traveling.

• Role: Video Editor
• Details: Partnered with the Shepherd Sterling team to craft a promotional video highlighting the release of John Banovich’s deluxe coffee table book. The project showcased Banovich’s legacy as a renowned natural history director, cinematographer, and photographer, bringing his visual storytelling to life through thoughtful pacing, color, and narrative flow.
• Impact: The promotional video elevated the launch campaign, creating a visually striking and emotionally resonant piece that amplified Shepherd Sterling’s marketing efforts and generated excitement around the book’s release.

• Gear: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro, Canon 24-105mm f/4 L
• Role: Videographer / Editor
• Details: Captured a surprise proposal in Yosemite Valley, focusing on authentic emotion, cinematic storytelling, and stunning landscape visuals. Shot on the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro with the Canon 24-105mm f/4 L lens. Footage was captured in BRAW 12:1 at 4K and color graded in DaVinci Resolve using Gamut.io BaseLUTs for rich, natural tones.
• Impact: Delivered a heartfelt, cinematic keepsake for the couple, highlighting their love story against the breathtaking Yosemite backdrop. The video successfully captured the surprise and emotion of the moment, creating a memorable story for both personal and professional showcase purposes.

• Gear: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro, Sigma 18–35 mm f/1.8, Canon 70–200 mm f/2.8 L
• Role: Second Shooter / Video Editor
• Details: Supported the lead videographer as a second shooter, capturing complementary angles and dynamic footage to enhance the wedding day coverage. Filmed using the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro with Sigma 18–35mm f/1.8 Art and Canon 70–200mm f/2.8 L lenses, plus aerial shots via DJI Mavic 2 Pro. Audio captured with DJI Mic 1. Edited in DaVinci Resolve to craft a polished, cinematic wedding film.
• Impact: Contributed to a high-quality, visually engaging wedding film while refining professional video editing and cinematography skills, demonstrating versatility and technical expertise for future clients and collaborative projects.

• Gear: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K, Sigma 18–35 mm f/1.8
• Role: Lead Videographer & Editor
• Details: Directed and filmed a celebratory graduation video highlighting the subject’s personality and milestone moment. Leveraged cinematic shallow depth of field and creative framing for storytelling.
• Impact: Delivered a heartfelt, professional video keepsake that elevated a personal memory into a cinematic story.

• Gear: Drone Cinematography
• Role: Director, Cinematographer, Editor
• Details: Shot aerial and environmental footage to showcase Rosarito’s natural beauty, focusing on atmospheric cloudscapes and coastal visuals.
• Impact: Produced a visually captivating short film that combined serene landscapes with cinematic pacing—demonstrating the power of aerial storytelling.

• Gear: iPhone, Handheld Stabilizer
• Role: Solo Videographer & Editor
• Details: Captured an entire wedding day using mobile technology, proving that storytelling and composition can rival high-end gear. Edited to balance energy, emotion, and narrative pacing.
• Impact: Delivered a client-pleasing, cinematic film that stood out for its creativity and resourcefulness.

• Gear: DSLR + Lenses, Basic lighting equipment, Final Cut Pro
• Role: Videographer, Editor
• Details: Produced a promotional video for a Kickstarter campaign, blending interview-style storytelling with visual product highlights.
• Impact: Helped the brand connect emotionally with its audience and gain momentum for fundraising.

• Role: Storyboard Collaborator & Video Director
• Details: Partnered with the Samba TV team to storyboard and direct a product launch video, ensuring the app’s features were communicated clearly and dynamically.
• Impact: The promotional video supported Samba TV’s marketing push, showcasing product value in a compelling and approachable way.

Recently, I had the opportunity to shoot with the Canon EOS R paired with the 24–105mm f/4 L lens, a setup that delivered both versatility and precision. This combination allowed me to capture sharp, dynamic visuals across a range of environments while maintaining a professional cinematic feel.

What impressed me most was the EOS R’s color science—rich, natural tones that held up beautifully in post. With just a simple Rec. 709 grade, the footage came to life with stunning depth and vibrancy. This experience highlighted how the right tools, paired with creative direction, can elevate storytelling and deliver content that resonates with both clients and audiences.

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If you would like to work together on a project or just want to say hello, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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