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Estailove ST VAL

Canton,MA

Summary

Estaïlove is a phojournalist an a filmmaker, a kolektif 2 Dimansyon’s member. Kolektif 2 Dimasyon, K2D is a collective of photojournalists.

Estaïlove was graduated as a Director of Photography from a Movie school with two short films on his record, including a documentary film.

Estaïlove works as a freelancer, he collaborates with locals medias, and internationals agencies: AFP, EFE, REUTERS as a photoreporter, and Making videos for private enterprises, and NGO. He worked two years as an images reporter for a local agency.

While working as a photo and video reporter, he discover a passion, the storytelling of every situation, the truth, the real, the need to share what he feels when he’s face to face with the great and bad... Estaïlove realises he could be a great director.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer-Documnetary Cameraman

Haitian American Foundation For Democracy
Washington, DC
  • Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
  • Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs and airbrushing and other techniques.
  • Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
  • Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments. Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
  • Conferred with directors and crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects and camera movements.
  • Recorded video footage onto digital media or videotape formats according to industry standards.
  • Edited raw footage into a finished product using specialized software programs such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.

The Vocation

Fepouli.org
Port-au-prince, Haiti, West
01.2022 - Current
  • The vocation is carried out as part of a joint project called MEN NAN MEN highlighting Haitian solidarity. I participated in several festivals with the vocation in Haiti and abroad, especially in cities with a strong Haitian community like New York, Miami.
  • Organized and supervised production staff, including actors, camera operators, grips, set designers, and other crew members.
  • Created a budget for the film project and monitored spending throughout the production.
  • Collaborated with the cinematographer to determine which camera angles would best capture each scene.
  • Edited footage using editing software programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro X.

Video Reporter

LoopNews
Port-au-prince, West
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Conducted interviews with key figures and sources to obtain information for stories.
  • Researched, wrote, edited and proofread news articles for accuracy and clarity.
  • Attended press conferences, briefings and other events to stay current on newsworthy topics.
  • Developed story ideas based on current events, trends or tips from viewers or readers.
  • Reported live in the field during breaking news situations.
  • Produced audio and visual content for broadcast television or online platforms.

Director of Photography

Artists Institute
  • June 2016 Là-Bas

Là-Bas is a short documentary produced by Cine institute

  • June 2015

Lavi Nan Lespri is a short fiction film produced by Cine institute

  • Selecting camera equipment based on project requirements.
  • Operating cameras during filming, capturing footage in accordance with the director's vision.
  • Analyzing scripts to determine best angles for each scene or shot composition.

Education

Associate of Arts - Digital Filmmaking

Cine Institute
Jacmel Haiti
09-2016

Certificate - Basic Photograpy

CEPEC
Port-au-prince, Haiti
12-2012

High School Diploma -

Lycee Alexandre Petion
Port-au-prince, Haiti
06-2008

Some College (No Degree) - News & Documentary Photography

Fokal
Port-au-prince Haiti

Skills

  • Photography
  • Sound Editing
  • Post-Production Editing
  • Shooting Live Video
  • Proficient in Final Cut Pro
  • File Management
  • Video Storytelling
  • Technical Camera Settings
  • Editing Skills
  • Event Photography
  • Color Correction
  • Lighting Features

Timeline

The Vocation

Fepouli.org
01.2022 - Current

Video Reporter

LoopNews
07.2016 - 07.2018

Photographer-Documnetary Cameraman

Haitian American Foundation For Democracy

Director of Photography

Artists Institute

Associate of Arts - Digital Filmmaking

Cine Institute

Certificate - Basic Photograpy

CEPEC

High School Diploma -

Lycee Alexandre Petion

Some College (No Degree) - News & Documentary Photography

Fokal
Estailove ST VAL