EstevanAshad Bourgeois Jr
Auburn
Summary
Qualified Camera Operator accomplished in different genres, environments and production types. Expertly manages equipment installation and operation for fast-paced work. Knowledgeable about scene composition and lighting optimization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cinematographer
Beacon Ave Church of God
04.2025 - Current
- Elevated video quality through creative and tasteful sound design and color grading.
- Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
- Adjusted lighting systems and other stage equipment to promote delivery of enjoyable guest experiences.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and new technology to acquire better images.
- Conducted daily audio equipment tests to identify and resolve potential technical issues.
- Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
- Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Used [Software] to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
Cinematographer
Society For Pentecostal Studies
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Elevated video quality through creative and tasteful sound design and color grading.
- Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
- Adjusted lighting systems and other stage equipment to promote delivery of enjoyable guest experiences.
- Visited locations to take series of shots to determine proper fillers, framing, angles, lighting and techniques.
- Composed shots according to director specifications and instructions.
- Troubleshot camera and lighting issues to minimize impact on film schedule.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
- Transported and set up camera dollies, sliders and jibs.
- Checked lighting and composition of each scene and made adjustments to meet needs.
Independent Film Director
Dyvne Film Productions
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
- Effectively operated camera, audio and production equipment during staffing shortages.
- Successfully collaborated with other departments and outsourced independent vendors.
- Set budgets, travel itineraries, and timelines and maintained call sheets.
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Chose locations and settings for individual scenes, angles of cameras and gestures used by actors
- Operated industry-standard cameras, lighting, and photography equipment and various job-related computer software.
- Successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
Independent Filmmaker
Dyvne FIlm Productions
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.
- Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
- Created infrastructure and directed implementation of post-production workflows.
- Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
- Directed actors and crews to create vision for films and bring scripts to life.
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for films to establish plots and characters.
Independent Film Director
Dyvne Film Productions
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Teamed with other production staff to collaborate on final production products and project timelines.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Managed casting and selected shot locations.
- Maintained high department standards in production of media and video projects.
- Scheduled filming days and weekends, from pre-production meetings to final edits.
- Motivated actors to produce best dramatic performance with strong coaching and mentoring.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
Independent Film Maker
Dyvne Film Productions
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew, and cast members and obtaining permits.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Directed actors and crews to create vision for films and bring scripts to life.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
Videographer/Editor
SORENSEN MEDIA GROUP
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Mastered onset filming
- Mastered using different editing softwares
- Mastered the ability to edit within a time frame
- Worked with Video Production Manager to provide quality content for viewers
Education
High School Diploma -
Kent Meridian High School
Kent, Washington06.2014
Associates - Film Production
Tomorrow's Filmmakers
01.2023
Skills
- Adobe Software Suite
- DaVinci Resolve
- Filmography
- Photography
- Lighting
- Sound design
- Shot list reading
- Post-production workflow
- Storyboard creation
- Technical problem solving
- Script interpretation
- Visual storytelling
Timeline
Cinematographer
Beacon Ave Church of God
04.2025 - Current
Cinematographer
Society For Pentecostal Studies
02.2025 - 03.2025
Independent Film Director
Dyvne Film Productions
09.2024 - 10.2024
Independent Filmmaker
Dyvne FIlm Productions
12.2023 - 02.2024
Independent Film Director
Dyvne Film Productions
07.2023 - 08.2023
Independent Film Maker
Dyvne Film Productions
06.2023 - 07.2023
Videographer/Editor
SORENSEN MEDIA GROUP
02.2021 - 09.2021
Associates - Film Production
Tomorrow's Filmmakers
High School Diploma -
Kent Meridian High School
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