M. Kyle Cockayne
Dripping Springs,TX
Summary
Experienced award-winning Director of Photography with a background in the commercial production industry. Equipped with the knowledge and skillset to produce, concept, and execute feature documentaries, short films, commercials, and social media productions. Proven ability to execute high-concept commercial shoots on time, on brand, and on budget.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Production
Arts+Labor
12.2018 - Current
- Facilitate daily project deliverables and act as the contact for clients and production staff
- Create and manage project timelines and shoot details
- Work with multiple teams to ensure that client expectations are met and projects are completed on time and on budget
- Lead weekly internal creative meetings and client engagement concepts
- Coordinate crews and equipment for production and post production
Director of Photography
Arts+Labor
03.2013 - 11.2018
- Of Photography for onsite product shoots, brand campaigns, TV advertisements for clients such as Dell, McDonald's, Dodge Ram, Visit Austin, AMD, Adobe, and more
- Established logistics for traveling crews, maximizing value & portability
- Generated consistent quality with reduced expenses
- Worked with team to create look and style for shows in development, currently pending with networks
- Responsible for the visual impact created by particular shots, locations, and camera angles
- Responsible for all camera setups, lighting, and camera equipment
- Worked on music videos, feature documentaries, TV development, and short films
Director of Photography Understudy
Arts+Labor
06.2010 - 02.2013
- Worked under cinematographer Yuta Yamaguchi
- Lighting aesthetic and lighting design
- Camera movement and framing
Education
B.S - News Media and Communications
Weber State University
Ogden, UTSkills
- Asana Management Systems
- Podio management systems
- Lighting setups and design
- Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
- Davinci Resolve color correction
- Red, Arri, Sony Camera systems proficient
Timeline
Head of Production
Arts+Labor
12.2018 - Current
Director of Photography
Arts+Labor
03.2013 - 11.2018
Director of Photography Understudy
Arts+Labor
06.2010 - 02.2013
B.S - News Media and Communications
Weber State University
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