Benjamin Sherrill
Palatine,IL
Summary
Video Production Specialist experienced in end-to-end content creation, from filming and editing to final delivery. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, with experience in S-Log3 workflows, color correction, and structured editing processes. Known for strong organization, reliability, and meeting deadlines across multiple projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cinematographer
Astral Pixel Studios
Chicago, IL
06.2024 - Current
- Captured high-quality video footage at corporate M&A conferences in San Francisco and Chicago, ensuring professional coverage of speakers, panels, and networking environments.
- Operated cameras and assisted with lighting and audio setup in fast-paced, live event settings.
- Assisted as a grip on a commercial marketing campaign for Riverside Healthcare, supporting lighting setup.
- Contributed to maintaining an organized and professional set environment during production.
Videographer
Banner Day Camp
Lake Forest, IL
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Planned, shot, and edited weekly video content for marketing and internal use, consistently meeting production deadlines.
- Operated gimbal systems to capture stabilized, high-quality footage in dynamic outdoor environments.
- Filmed and conducted on-camera interviews with staff, ensuring clear audio and professional composition.
- Captured extensive B-roll footage to support storytelling and flexible editing across multiple projects.
- Edited footage using Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, including color correction and grading using S-Log3 workflows.
- Organized and managed large volumes of footage, maintaining clean project files and efficient post-production workflows.
Media Assistant
Active Melody
Nashville, TN
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Filmed and edited instructional video content for a YouTube channel with 450K+ subscribers, maintaining consistent brand style and production quality.
- Produced documentary-style video coverage following on-location shoots, capturing narrative-driven content in real-world environments.
- Assisted in developing video content for paid advertising campaigns on Meta platforms.
- Consistently met production deadlines while managing multiple video projects simultaneously.
Creative Media Director
Superhero Parkour Academy
Mount Prospect, IL
04.2019 - 12.2023
- Planned, shot, and edited training, promotional, and event video content for a youth athletic program.
- Produced a required safety training video used for onboarding new participants.
- Coached students (ages 3–17), demonstrating leadership, communication, and responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Captured action footage and highlight videos for competitions and events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Media
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2026
Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro, Affect Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Audition
- DaVinci Resolve (color correction/grading, S-Log3 workflows)
- Audio Mixing & Dialogue Cleanup
- Motion Graphics & Titling
- Camera Operation & Gimbal Stabilization
- Lighting Setup & Audio Recording
- Interview Filming & Documentary-Style Shooting
- Multi-Camera Editing
- Live Broadcast
- Managing Multiple Projects & Deadlines
- Familiarity with Asana
- Project File Organization
Timeline
Cinematographer
Astral Pixel Studios
06.2024 - Current
Videographer
Banner Day Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
Media Assistant
Active Melody
02.2020 - 01.2024
Creative Media Director
Superhero Parkour Academy
04.2019 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Digital Media
Marquette University