AWARD WINNING VIDEOGRAPHER AND DRONE PILOT

Multi-media Creative Leader Building Brands and Telling Stories

MY BACKGROUND

My background spans video content, website design, social media management, graphics, motion graphics, photography, audio, and drone piloting. My experience has lead me to work with multiple construction companies, nonprofits, and on multiple documentaries.

FIT FOR

FERGUSON

I have years of experience working across nearly every media discipline. I've made videos to tell stories, sell construction projects, and raise money. My work has won a national award in economic development and I've successfully helped hundreds of people get comfortable talking to the camera. I am a licensed drone pilot who has brought a love of drone racing into my visual storytelling. There is no drone shot I cannot get.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

I’m looking to bring a hands-on, ownership-driven approach to visual storytelling to push forward your brand and make lasting impact.

DOCUMENTARY EXAMPLE

PROJECT PARTNER HIGHLIGHT EXAMPLES

MUSIC VIDEO EXAMPLES

FPV VIDEO EXAMPLES

DRONE PILOT SHOWCASE

While not directly filming related, my background as a drone racing pilot competing internationally is what gives me the skills and confidence to get drone shots others can only dream of. This footage is from the second largest race in the nation.

EXPERIENCE

Live Production & Technical Director

  • Managed complex, real-time technical environments

  • Designed and maintained AV, signal flow, and networking

  • Diagnosed and resolved issues under pressure to ensure uninterrupted operation

  • Simplified operation for the technical team to ensure consistent, high level production without error

Websites for Business

  • Managed websites, hosting environments, and domain configurations

  • Supported business operations through automation and implementing new software

  • Balanced performance, usability, and ongoing maintenance

Drone Systems & Technical Development

  • Built, configured, and programmed drone systems

  • Designed new hardware to fix issues with current market offerings

  • Troubleshot performance issues and optimized system reliability

  • Networked production systems to allow proper function and connectivity between lap timers, event management software, and graphics

Small Business & Ownership

  • Operated independently, managing both technical and operational decisions

  • Worked in resource-constrained environments requiring task prioritization and creative solutions

  • Collaborated with programmers to create software solutions with better functionality and efficiency

RELEVANCE TO IT OPERATIONS

THIS EXPERIENCE DIRECTLY TRANSLATES TO MODERN IT ENVIRONMENTS

  • System reliability: Designing and maintaining environments where uptime is critical

  • Troubleshooting: Diagnosing issues across hardware, software, and connectivity

  • Infrastructure thinking: Understanding how interconnected systems behave

  • End-user support: Resolving issues quickly to minimize disruption and simplifying operation for them

  • Ownership: Taking full responsibility for system performance and outcomes

  • Documentation: Creating strong documentation for various types of other users

WHILE THE TOOLS DIFFER, THE CORE RESPONSIBILITY IS THE SAME: ENSURING SYSTEMS WORK RELIABLY AND SUPPORTING THE PEOPLE WHO DEPEND ON THEM

EVERY PROJECT HAS A STORY. I HELP PEOPLE SEE IT.

MY APPROACH TO CONTENT

  • Content is KING. Stories move hearts, not shots.

  • Put the people I support first

  • Pre-production to ensure the goal is set and met

  • Create workflows that are effective and repeatable

  • Know the gear. Get the most out of it.

CURRENT FOCUS

I’m actively expanding my knowledge to support modern IT environments

  • IT certification (CompTIA A+ in progress)

  • Python scripting to improve efficiency

LIVE PRODUCTION & AV CASE STUDY

Building and Maintaining Mission-Critical Systems in Live Production Environments

In live production, there is no margin for failure. Systems must function reliably in real time, and when issues occur, they must be diagnosed and resolved immediately. In my role as a Live Production Director, I was responsible for designing, operating, and maintaining complex technical environments involving AV systems, networking, and hardware integration, ensuring seamless execution under high-pressure conditions.

THE CHALLENGE

Live Production Environments Combine Multiple Interdependent Systems

  • Video feeds

  • Audio routing

  • Switching systems

  • Networking and signal distribution

  • Recording and streaming infrastructure

Additionally

  • Equipment varies by venue and setup

  • Time for testing is often limited

  • Systems must be reconfigured quickly for different events

  • Failures are visible immediately to end users (the audience)

Any single point of failure can disrupt the entire operation. Unlike traditional IT environments, there is no downtime window. Issues must be resolved instantly, often while systems are actively in use.

MY ROLE

I Own the End-to-End Technical Operation for Live Events

  • Designing system layouts and signal flow

  • Configuring and integrating AV and supporting technology

  • Ensuring system readiness prior to events

  • Monitoring systems in real time during execution

  • Troubleshooting and resolving issues under pressure

  • Adapting setups based on environment and constraints

KEY ACTIONS & APPROACH

DESIGNING FOR RELIABILITY

I built systems with redundancy and simplicity in mind, reducing single points of failure wherever possible and ensuring that critical components had backup options.

REAL-TIME TROUBLESHOOTING

During live events, I continuously monitored system performance and quickly diagnosed issues across hardware, connections, and signal flow—often resolving problems without interrupting the production.

SYSTEM INTEGRATION

I worked across multiple technologies simultaneously, ensuring that audio, video, and control systems operated as a unified environment.

RAPID ADAPTATION

Each event required adjustments based on venue, equipment, and requirements. I regularly reconfigured systems under tight timelines while maintaining reliability.

CLEAR COMMUNICATION UNDER PRESSURE

I coordinated with team members and stakeholders during live operations, providing clear direction and updates to keep everything aligned.

RESULTS & IMPACT

  • Consistently delivered reliable live productions with minimal disruptions

  • Reduced downtime through proactive system design and fast issue resolution

  • Built repeatable setups that improved efficiency across events

  • Maintained performance in high-pressure, zero-failure environments

  • Earned trust as the go-to person for solving technical problems quickly and effectively