Matthew Gonzalez
Los Angeles,,CA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cinematographer/Editor
ITS Multimedia Department
Los Angeles, USA
06.2023 - Current
- Produced and edited 200+ educational, promotional, and event videos featured on the official CSULA website and social media platforms.
- Supported live event productions across campus using multi-camera setups and professional broadcast systems.
2nd Assistant Camera - Fruit Bowl (2025)
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Worked as 2nd Assistant Camera on a paid independent short film, supporting the camera department with equipment prep, lens changes, and media management.
- Maintained camera logs and ensured smooth camera operation and shot continuity under tight production schedules.
- Collaborated closely with the Director of Photography and 1st AC to execute the director’s visual vision with precision and technical accuracy.
Cinematographer - LGBT Center of Los Angeles PSA's
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Served as Cinematographer for a paid professional series of public service announcements (PSAs) for the LGBT Center of Los Angeles, promoting awareness and advocacy.
- Collaborated with the director and production team to design lighting setups and camera movement that authentically represented LGBTQ+ stories and visibility.
- Delivered broadcast-quality visuals distributed across digital and social media platforms, strengthening the center’s community impact.
Education
B.A. - Television, Film, and Media Studies - Production Track
California State University
Los Angeles, CA05.2026
Skills
- Cinematography & Camera Operation: ARRI, RED, Canon Cinema, Sony FX series
- Post-Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, DaVinci Resolve
- Production Tools: TriCaster, lighting design, on-set audio, live event coverage
- Creative Strengths: Visual storytelling, sound design, collaboration, problem-solving
Certification
Adobe Certified Video Professional
- Premiere Pro Certification
- After Effects Certification
- Premiere Pro Certification
- After Effects Certification
Timeline
2nd Assistant Camera - Fruit Bowl (2025)
08.2025 - 08.2025
Cinematographer - LGBT Center of Los Angeles PSA's
05.2025 - 06.2025
Cinematographer/Editor
ITS Multimedia Department
06.2023 - Current
B.A. - Television, Film, and Media Studies - Production Track
California State University