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Alejandro Chipana

Alejandro Chipana

Cameraman

Summary


Over 35 years of experience in working with T.V. networks, production companies and independent producers. Skilled in various aspects of broadcast journalism, video editing, lighting techniques, field and studio recording. Extensive experience using ENG-EFP cameras. My experience encompasses a wide range of video productions. Specializing in camera operation, from a single to multi-camera shoots in the corporate, entertainment, and sports industries. Some of the companies I have worked with include: CNN, Azteca America, Telemundo Network, Asahi, Fox Sports, KRCA 62, Fox TV, OGlobo, Startz, Univision, Telefutura, Torneos y Competencias, Televisa, KWHY 22, Galavision. Hard working, reliable, and able to collaborate with a team.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
3999
3999
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cameraman

Telemundo 52 KVEA
06.2009 - Current

Promotions and Marketing Department

Camera Operation: Proficiently operate a range of cameras to capture high-quality footage for various promotional projects. Ensure that all shots are visually appealing and aligned with the overarching objectives of each project.

Collaboration: Engage collaboratively with producers, directors, and creative team members to gain a thorough understanding of project goals. Participate in discussions regarding visual concepts and execute scenes in accordance with the established creative brief.

Equipment Maintenance: Methodically maintain and troubleshoot camera equipment, lenses, tripods, and associated gear, ensuring that all equipment is in optimal working condition for each shoot.

Lighting and Framing: Carefully set up and adjust lighting, camera angles, and settings to enhance the quality of the footage. Strive for consistency with brand standards to achieve a professional final product.

Location Scouting: Actively participate in scouting and evaluating potential shoot locations to identify optimal shooting angles, assess lighting conditions, and consider logistical elements that may impact the production process.

Editing and Post-Production Assistance: Capture high-quality footage that minimizes the necessity for re-shoots and collaborate closely with editors to ensure that the resulting material meets all post-production requirements.

Time Management: Effectively manage shooting schedules and timelines to ensure that all content is captured within the designated timeframe, demonstrating organizational skills and an ability to adapt to varying project demands.

Cameraman

PPI Program Productions
02.2021 - Current
  • Covered Major National and International Sports Events in the USA

Cameraman

CCStudio.TV
03.2005 - Current

Broadcast major live sports events

  • San Diego, CA

Cameraman

Tropical Broadcasting
01.2005 - 06.2008

Broadcast major live sports events

  • Miami, FL

Cameraman

Santa Fe Communications
01.2005 - 12.2007

Recorded video clips and news segments for local programs

  • Glendale, CA

Cameraman

FJ Productions
01.2004 - 12.2019

Recorded video clips and news segments for local programs

  • Sherman Oaks, CA

Camera Operator/Video Editor

Telemundo Network
01.2004 - 12.2006

Recorded and edited various video clips and news events for national programs

  • Burbank, CA

Cameraman

Promo Films
01.2004 - 11.2008

Operate ENG-EFP Equipment for entertainment shows

  • Los Angeles, CA

Freelancer/ Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Action Video Productions
01.2004 - 11.2007

Recorded and edited video clips and news events

  • Hermosa Beach, CA

Cameraman

Azteca America
1 2007 - 1 2009

Covered news stories for local newscast

  • Glendale, CA

Camera Operator/Video Editor

KRCA-62
01.2002 - 01.2007

Cover current news events, edit news stories, and operate studio cameras

  • Burbank, CA

General Manager/ Owner

Video Color
01.1995 - 01.2000

Managed and produced documentaries, video clips, commercials, and news

  • Lima, Peru

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Free Lancer
01.1995 - 01.2000

Worked as a freelancer with different news networks such as: CNN, Asahi-Japan, Televisa-Mexico, and O'Globo-Brazil

  • Lima, Peru

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Panamericana Television
01.1988 - 01.1992

Camera operator covering current news

  • Lima, Peru

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

RBC Television-Channel 11
01.1988 - 01.1989

Camera operator covering current news that occurred in Peru

  • Lima, Peru

Video Camera Operator/ Producer

Producine Television
01.1984 - 01.1988

News and video production

  • Lima, Peru

Reporter

Letra X Letra Magazine
01.1986 - 01.1987

Reporter- Covered and wrote news events for this publication

  • Lima, Peru

Reporter

Radio Star
01.1986 - 01.1987

Reporter- Covered news events, wrote, interviewed, and covered live reports from locations

  • Lima, Peru

Education

Lighting Techniques for Television - Basic and Advanced

ARRI
Burbank, CA

Certificate - Media Composer Editing

Moviola Education
Hollywood, CA

Certificate - Media Composer Effects

Moviola Education
Hollywood, CA

Certificate - Journalism in Television

U.C.L.A
Los Angeles, CA

B.A. - Communications and Journalism

San Martin De Porres University

Certificate - Direction and Production of Television

Panamericana Television

Certificate - Television Production

Inictel

Certificate - Journalism Archives

Universidad De San Martin De Porres

Skills

Video Production

Decision-Making

Multitasking

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Live camera operations

Shoot planning

Advanced Camera Operation

Video Storytelling

Technical camera settings

Scene planning

Expert on Cine Camera, ENG, EFP Cameras

Experience with Premiere Pro, iNews, Dalet, Stream Yard, Edius, and other content management systems

Equipment Setup and Maintance

Audio Recording Mastery

Expert Lighting Techniques

Location Scouting

Team Collaboration

Video Production

Employment Objective

A position as a cameraman, which will enable me to apply my background and experience to benefit the company.

Accomplishments

Emmy Winner LA Area

2016 Los Angeles Area Emmy Awards Education- Camera

2017 Informational Series- Camera

2020 Feature Segment- Camera

2022 Feature Segment- Camera

Timeline

Cameraman

PPI Program Productions
02.2021 - Current

Cameraman

Telemundo 52 KVEA
06.2009 - Current

Cameraman

CCStudio.TV
03.2005 - Current

Cameraman

Tropical Broadcasting
01.2005 - 06.2008

Cameraman

Santa Fe Communications
01.2005 - 12.2007

Cameraman

FJ Productions
01.2004 - 12.2019

Camera Operator/Video Editor

Telemundo Network
01.2004 - 12.2006

Cameraman

Promo Films
01.2004 - 11.2008

Freelancer/ Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Action Video Productions
01.2004 - 11.2007

Camera Operator/Video Editor

KRCA-62
01.2002 - 01.2007

General Manager/ Owner

Video Color
01.1995 - 01.2000

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Free Lancer
01.1995 - 01.2000

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

Panamericana Television
01.1988 - 01.1992

Camera Operator/ Video Editor

RBC Television-Channel 11
01.1988 - 01.1989

Reporter

Letra X Letra Magazine
01.1986 - 01.1987

Reporter

Radio Star
01.1986 - 01.1987

Video Camera Operator/ Producer

Producine Television
01.1984 - 01.1988

Certificate - Media Composer Editing

Moviola Education

Certificate - Media Composer Effects

Moviola Education

B.A. - Communications and Journalism

San Martin De Porres University

Certificate - Direction and Production of Television

Panamericana Television

Certificate - Television Production

Inictel

Certificate - Journalism Archives

Universidad De San Martin De Porres

Cameraman

Azteca America
1 2007 - 1 2009

Lighting Techniques for Television - Basic and Advanced

ARRI

Certificate - Journalism in Television

U.C.L.A
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