Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Benjamin Taylor

Benjamin Taylor

Cinematographer & Photographer
Bluff City,TN

Summary

Hardworking Camera Operator, videographer, drone operator, and producer skilled in configuring equipment and editing footage. Detail-oriented and flexible with positive and upbeat nature; working well under pressure. Bringing eight years of related experience.

Proficient in managing tasks and adhering to deadlines while working a flexible schedule. Familiar with pre- and post-production processes from both a production and operations standpoint. Talented planner with proven field execution and knowledge of video production.

Loves to work hard and play harder! Hobbies include flyboarding, video games, sports, weight training and eating great food.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Photography

Sling And Stone Films
11.2019 - Current
  • Unarmed Divide - Short film
  • Refract - Short Film
  • The Branded - Sizzle Trailer
  • Jack of All Trades - Reality TV
  • Galaxie - Feature Film - Screen test reels
  • Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.

Photographer/Videographer

SISU Intuition
01.2014 - Current
  • Kill Joy - Music Video
  • Center Stage Magazine - Cover feature
  • Jamo Magazine - Cover Feature
  • I Wanna Go Home - Music Video
  • Wedding Videographer
  • Real Estate Photographer/Videographer
  • Drone Operator
  • FPV Drone Operator
  • Headshot/Lifestyle photographer
  • Proficient in live video production

Live Sports Camera Operator

National Sports Broadcasting
  • Set up video equipment and audio for on-site filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
  • Edited footage and shots using Adobe Premier
  • Managed vMix video streaming software for livestreaming
  • Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.

Videographer

Celebration Church
  • Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing and framing shots.
  • Instructed junior operators on setups, angles and other variables impacting image quality.
  • Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
  • Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
  • Selected favorable filming locations and attained required permits to support shoot schedule.

Camera Operator/ PA

Jonathan Landell Productions
01.2020 - Current
  • Set up lighting and audio for on-site and on-location filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
  • Checked composition and lighting of shots before beginning shoots.
  • Broke down equipment in a fast and efficient manner
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance productivity.
  • Experience operating professional video cameras during live productions.

Farm Worker

Busy Chicken Farm/ Grubbs Farm
  • Manage livestock supplies, such as seed, feed, fertilizer, or chemicals.
  • Direct crop production, such as tilling, planting, fertilizing, cultivating, spraying, or harvesting.
  • Inspect farm or ranch equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Managed cattle, and maintained focus under stressful situations
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional help.

Landscaping Laborer

Self
  • Worked with speed and efficiency, while maintaining proper technique
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal.
  • Removed weeds, rocks and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Provided great lawn care, mulching, trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.

Soccer Coach

KACHEA
  • Consulted with coaches to determine weaknesses in team roster and develop strategies based on players skills and strengths
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.

Car Hauler Detailing

NASCAR
  • Washed, waxed and buffed car hauler bodies for professional shine for NASCAR teams.
  • Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Hope Academy
Kingsport, TN

Skills

Works well under pressure

Director of Photography

Dependable and Responsible

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premier

FPV Drone Operator

Basic Carpentry Skills

Photography

Camera operator

Lighting scenes

Strong work ethic

Drone Operator

Accomplishments

  • Best Cinematography- Hollywood Dreamz International Film Festival and Writers Award
  • Best First Film- NewsFest International Film Festival and Awards

Timeline

Camera Operator/ PA

Jonathan Landell Productions
01.2020 - Current

Director of Photography

Sling And Stone Films
11.2019 - Current

Photographer/Videographer

SISU Intuition
01.2014 - Current

Live Sports Camera Operator

National Sports Broadcasting

Videographer

Celebration Church

Farm Worker

Busy Chicken Farm/ Grubbs Farm

Landscaping Laborer

Self

Soccer Coach

KACHEA

Car Hauler Detailing

NASCAR

High School Diploma -

New Hope Academy
Benjamin TaylorCinematographer & Photographer