Kelsey (Kelso) Meyer
Phoenix
Summary
Freelance creative with over 10 years of experience in photography, videography, and video editing. Specializes in fast-turnaround social media content that tells compelling stories for brands, museums, and artists. Skilled in drone cinematography, documentary-style shooting, and multimedia storytelling. Passionate about capturing authentic narratives across diverse platforms.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Offsite Photographer
Wing Unlimited, Inc
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Photographed corporate events and business meetings for Fortune 500 clients including Lumen and GE
- Traveled for on-location documentation in Cabo, California, and Arizona
- Delivered high-quality photography with fast turnaround under minimal supervision
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor
The Heard Museum
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Produced short films and educational content for events and workshops, including the 2024 Moondance Gala
- Created visual stories for artists and educators including Jordan Poorman Cocker and Shirley Pino
- Edited content for museum programming and online education
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor
The Walkeryoungbird Foundation
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Created biographical short films for Indigenous grant recipients including George Alexander and Lehuauakea
- Produced engaging social media content and edited archival interviews and event coverage
Cinematographer & Drone Pilot
Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of the American Indian
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Served as lead cinematographer for projects including
- Sublime Light: The Tapestry Art of DY Begay
- Operated drone footage for
- NK360: The American Revolution
- Delivered culturally sensitive and historically accurate visual storytelling
Content Director
Cashdrop, Inc
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led all content creation efforts across brand identity, social media, in-app assets, and instructional content
- Managed and mentored a team of 3 creatives
- Oversaw full creative pipeline from ideation through execution
Freelance Videographer & Editor
Victory Creative Group, Inc
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Delivered high-end video content for major brands including Nike, Google, TikTok, and TED
- Supported creative teams across the West Coast in branded content, commercials, and event coverage
- Specialized in solo and small-crew productions requiring adaptability and technical expertise
Videographer, Editor, Photographer
Optimist, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Promoted from Junior to Senior Videographer
- Worked on content and commercial projects for top-tier clients including Nike and Google
- Led all photography needs for internal campaigns and client-facing productions
- Delivered high-volume creative with consistent brand alignment and technical polish
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Design Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2012
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator)
- Final Cut Pro
- FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot
- Photography & Cinematography
- Video Editing & Color Correction
- Storyboarding & Visual Planning
- Social Media Content Creation
- Team Leadership & Creative Direction
- Fast Turnaround & Remote Workflow Proficiency
Websites
Timeline
Offsite Photographer
Wing Unlimited, Inc
01.2024 - 01.2025
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor
The Heard Museum
01.2024 - 01.2025
Freelance Filmmaker & Editor
The Walkeryoungbird Foundation
01.2024 - 01.2025
Cinematographer & Drone Pilot
Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of the American Indian
01.2023 - 01.2025
Content Director
Cashdrop, Inc
01.2021 - 01.2023
Freelance Videographer & Editor
Victory Creative Group, Inc
01.2016 - 01.2023
Videographer, Editor, Photographer
Optimist, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Design Management
Arizona State University
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