Marcus-Jamal Gray
Houston,Tx
Summary
I'm a creative and versatile photographer and videographer with a keen eye for storytelling and a passion for capturing moments that evoke emotion. Proficient in both technical and artistic aspects of photography and videography, adept at collaborating with clients to bring their vision to life.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UFL Videographer
Fox Sports
Arlington, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Capture and edit high-quality video and photo content from UFL games, practices, and events
- Meet deadlines and share content with the digital team in a quick and efficient manner
- Support and work alongside the digital content team to make sure all video and photo priorities during practices, games, and events are met
- Develop and maintain a professional relationship with the players, coaches, and league staff on and off the field
- Join planning meetings and pitch original ideas and edits that can be optimized for digital platforms
- Communicate with the UFL digital content team leads in a timely fashion to receive instructions, priorities, and edits/notes
- Enhanced video production quality by utilizing advanced editing techniques and software.
Social Media Producer
Fox Sports USFL
Memphis, TN
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Shoot and gather on-site social content before, during, and after games/practices. Create and distribute social content from USFL league and individual team accounts.
- Posting 2-3 pieces of content daily for my two teams on all social media platforms. These pieces of content were graphics, photo stills, on-site video, broadcast video, also game day highlight recaps that I shot from both my mirrorless camera and iPhone.
- Support production of sports social and digital content - includes, but is not limited to, graphic production, editing, talent prep and video shooting.
- Develop and execute social voices for each team account.
Help create original live content and/or VOD, optimizing content for social. - Utilize data to report successes and help create and execute weekly content plans. Developed original content using social listening and independent resources.
Videographer Intern
Mcneese State University
Lake Charles, LA
08.2022 - Current
- Serve as a consistent presence at assigned events to accurately share McNeese State in compelling video form.
- Create short pieces of content that immediately grab the attention of social media audiences.
- Deliver videos that uniquely and creatively engage audiences to drive ticket sales and event attendance at McNeese State.
- Assist with production of video content for in-venue video boards. Stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Used premiere pro & after affects to edit footage into correct order and add effects. Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for over 11 week projects.
Content Creator
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Edited photographs and produced video artwork using adobe lightroom and adobe premiere pro.
- Served as field photographer during games.
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
Content Creator
ALL-EN Sports Performance
Houston, TX
05.2019 - Current
- Sports Content Creator for All-EN Sports Performance.
- Creating stunning photos and dynamic videos for Adidas's Trainer Justin Allen and ALL-EN Team.
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories
Photgrapher and Videographer
The Old Coach
Houston, United States
08.2019 - 12.2020
- I was assign to provide stunning shots and video footage of local high school teams in Houston, Texas and around Texas during regular season, playoffs and State Championship.
- Edited my photos and videos with fast turnaround rate to be publish on website and social media.
- Used adobe premiere pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
Creative Media Staffer Internship
NCAA FCS Championships
Frisco, TX
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Gathered information from staff to produce relevant content based on current activities.
- Shared ideas, brainstormed with other staff members and developed case studies based upon previously delivered projects.
Photographer
Self-Taught Photographer
Houston, United States
01.2017 - Current
- I adjust my camera settings depending on artistic style the model and I are going for. Or what type event and where it is being held.
- I travel across Texas and Louisiana for shooting projects.
- I take pictures of sporting events, family events, or ceremonies. Either in a studio or on location.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Brook High School
Beaumont, TXSkills
- AI Midjourney
- Social Media Content
- Videography
- Digital photography
- Team collaboration
- Content development
- Leadership
- Video Editing
- Directing experience
- Video Production
- Adobe Creative Suite
Certification
Google Data Analytics, Google - 2023
Timeline
UFL Videographer
Fox Sports
02.2024 - Current
Social Media Producer
Fox Sports USFL
03.2023 - 12.2023
Videographer Intern
Mcneese State University
08.2022 - Current
Content Creator
Lamar University
02.2021 - Current
Photgrapher and Videographer
The Old Coach
08.2019 - 12.2020
Content Creator
ALL-EN Sports Performance
05.2019 - Current
Creative Media Staffer Internship
NCAA FCS Championships
01.2019 - 01.2020
Photographer
Self-Taught Photographer
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
West Brook High School