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Connor McLain

Kansas City, MO / Columbia, MO

Summary

Passionate sports Videographer/Photographer with a focus on editing and storytelling, eager to craft compelling narratives within the sports world. Seeking opportunities to contribute creatively to a team environment, while continuing to expand my skills and collaborate with other passionate creatives in this field.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Videographer/Photographer for Power Mizzou

Rivals.com
08.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with Rivals outlet, Power Mizzou, to create game recap videos for Football and Basketball.
  • Offering behind-the-scenes perspectives, including pregame preparations, on-field/court action, fan atmosphere, and postgame coverage.
  • Provide photographic content for Power Mizzou as needed.

Videographer

Mizzou Athletics
07.2022 - Current
  • Assist in enhancing the social media presence of various teams at Mizzou through the creation of captivating videos, featuring compelling narratives and hype-driven styles.
  • Contribute to shooting game footage, practices, and sponsored content, facilitating quick turnaround edits.
  • Utilization of Sony cameras and lenses, along with editing in Adobe programs.

Freelance Videographer/Photographer

Self Employed
08.2021 - Current
  • Collaborate with diverse clients to generate, plan, and execute video and photography projects made for their specific needs and goals.
  • Adapt to different shooting environments and conditions to capture compelling visuals and tell captivating stories across different genres and styles.

Videographer

Mizzou Homecoming
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Created videos and quick-turn edits for Mizzou Homecoming Social Media accounts.
  • Participated in shooting various events, including the largest student-run blood drive, service events, and Homecoming festivities.
  • Contributed to achieving significant growth metrics: increased Instagram followers by 536%, Facebook likes by 480%, and generated a 259% increase in profile visits on Instagram from March to October 2023.

Creative

Let It Fly Media
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Edited videos for Under Armour, Shrine Bowl, Back Lot Cars, HDR, and other retainer clients for their social media accounts.
  • Assisted in shoots by preparing sets, operating equipment, and assisting with tear-downs.
  • Contributed to pre-production and attended meetings with clients such as the Golden State Warriors and Kiowa Golf Resort.
  • Helped with the intro shoot of the Kansas City Current, Let it Fly's media day, and other internal projects.
  • Acquired proficiency in Blackmagic cameras, including the Ursa, 6K Pro, and 4K.
  • Resumed part-time work at Let It Fly from July to August in 2023, before returning to Mizzou for the Fall semester.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05.2026

Liberty High School
Liberty, MO
05.2022

Skills

  • Proficient with editing in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Color grading in Davinci Resolve
  • Knowledge of Sony, Canon, and Blackmagic cameras
  • Post-Production Workflow
  • Sound Design
  • Visual Storytelling
  • File Organization

Additional Information

Currently pursuing my bachelor's degree as an online student at the University of Missouri, providing flexibility to manage my coursework independently anywhere and to complete my education on my own time to ensure it doesn't interfere with work.

Timeline

Videographer/Photographer for Power Mizzou

Rivals.com
08.2023 - Current

Videographer

Mizzou Homecoming
03.2023 - 10.2023

Videographer

Mizzou Athletics
07.2022 - Current

Creative

Let It Fly Media
01.2022 - 08.2022

Freelance Videographer/Photographer

Self Employed
08.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Missouri - Columbia

Liberty High School

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