Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Portfolio - Website
References
Timeline
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Hayden Porter

Madison,AL

Summary

Dependable and versatile videographer/editor with 4 years of experience in professional sports and narrative film. Including two short film credits and one feature film credit. Eager to join the Disney Experience team to create engaging videos that captures attention, evokes emotions and builds stronger connections.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

MANAGER, VIDEO PRODUCTION

ROCKET CITY TRASH PANDAS
2022.11 - Current
  • Manage all video projects from conception to completion including concept development, lighting, camera operation, audio recording and editing.
  • Develop creative ideas for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TicktTok. etc...
  • Direct live broadcast for local abc affiliate and MiLB.TV.
  • Over see 20 part-time production staff.
  • Collaborate with marketing team to develop concepts and ideas.
  • Capture and catalog highlighted content from each event.
  • Deliver projects on time with company brand and image in mind.
  • Maintain and log production equipment.

First Assistant Camera

SWEET WATER ROAD
2021.12 - 2024.03
  • Consistently exceeded expectations for punctuality and preparedness, ensuring camera department was always ready to roll when called upon.
  • Maximized efficiency in tight shooting schedules by adapting to and overcoming unexpected challenges or equipment malfunctions on set.
  • Demonstrated technical competence by adjusting to new camera software and recording codecs
  • Served as an additional resource for the Director of Photography, providing timely feedback on potential improvements to shot composition and lighting.
  • Increased shot efficiency by preparing camera equipment and accessories for various shooting scenarios.
  • Expedited scene transitions by swiftly changing out lenses, filters, and batteries in accordance with production schedules.
  • Set up and operated remote cameras for live video feeds.

PRODUCTION INTERN

TENNESSEE SMOKIES
2022.01 - 2022.12
  • Produced and edited all content for various platforms including in-game video board, social media, television, and company website
  • Direct live broadcast for MarQuee network and MiLB broadcast
  • Collaborate with marketing team to develop concepts and ideas
  • Shoot and edit all content to a high standard with brand image in mind

First Assistant Camera

AFTER TOMORROW
2021.03 - 2021.04
  • Boosted the director's creative vision with precise execution of focus pulls and depth-of-field adjustments while filming.
  • Reduced downtime between takes with prompt setup and breakdown of camera rigs on location.
  • Collaborated with the Director of Photography to achieve desired visual effects through proper camera placement and movement.
  • Ensured stable shots with expert operation of dollies, jibs, and gimbals during filming.
  • Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic Arts & Theatre

University of North Alabama
Florence, AL
12.2021

Skills

  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Color Grading
  • Editing
  • Video Codecs
  • Camera Operation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

Winner of the Mascot Hall of Fame: 2023 Best Video Short.

Ranked #1 in all of Double-A baseball for 2023 social video interactions.

Portfolio - Website

www.hillbillycinema.com

References

  • Mr. Jeff Daniels, (818) 281-8770, jeff@undividedattention.ninja, Cinematographer
  • Myk Watford, (646) 831-9278, mwatford71@gmail.com, Actor/Director
  • Kayla Mckinney, (256) 324-8472, High school Art Teacher
  • Aris Theofanopoulos, (609) 385-7716, aris@Smokiesbaseball.com, Assistant General Manager-Marketing & Entertainment Tennessee Smokies

Timeline

MANAGER, VIDEO PRODUCTION

ROCKET CITY TRASH PANDAS
2022.11 - Current

PRODUCTION INTERN

TENNESSEE SMOKIES
2022.01 - 2022.12

First Assistant Camera

SWEET WATER ROAD
2021.12 - 2024.03

First Assistant Camera

AFTER TOMORROW
2021.03 - 2021.04

Bachelor of Arts - Cinematic Arts & Theatre

University of North Alabama
Hayden Porter