Norman Hurst
Summary
Creative Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Camera Operator, and Video Editor with 20+ years of experience producing, directing, filming, and editing digital content across television, documentaries, branded media, music videos, commercials, and feature film development. Contributed to Better Nate Than Ever with Walt Disney Pictures, gaining experience in professional studio production workflows. Skilled in leading projects from concept through delivery, operating RED, Sony, and Canon cinema camera systems, and creating compelling content for broadcast, streaming, YouTube, and social media. Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer, and Adobe Photoshop.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
DIYS / MARDIGRAU Creative Studios
Executive Producer | Director | Creative Director | Cinematographer | Camera Operator
01.2003 - Current
- Produce, direct, shoot, edit, and deliver content from concept through publication.
- Manage development, scripting, scheduling, cinematography, post-production, and distribution.
- Operate RED, Sony, and Canon cinema camera systems.
- Direct interviews, talent, crews, and creative teams.
- Oversee editing, color correction, sound design, and graphics.
- Develop original film, television, documentary, and branded projects.
- Manage timelines, logistics, budgets, and client relationships.
Better Nate Than Ever
Walt Disney Pictures
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported camera department operations on a major studio feature film production.
Assisted professional camera workflows during principal photography.
Collaborated with directors, cinematographers, camera assistants, and production teams.
Worked within structured studio production schedules and standards.
Maintained camera equipment readiness throughout production.
Assisted with camera setup, movement, and technical execution.
Contributed to efficient on-set production in a fast-paced filming environment.
Shop Topics (Reality Television Series)
DIYS Entertainment
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Directed reality television production from pre-production through delivery.
- Operated RED and Sony Cinema Camera systems for interviews, scenes, and production coverage.
- Directed talent, interviews, camera blocking, and visual storytelling.
- Collaborated with producers and editors to maintain creative direction and deadlines.
- Coordinated production schedules and daily filming logistics.
- Supervised shot composition and visual continuity.
- Ensured creative quality throughout production and post-production.
Dust Til Dawn (Music Video)
Naughty by Nature
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed the official music video from creative concept through final production.
- Led pre-production planning, story development, shot design, and production logistics.
- Operated RED and Sony cinema camera systems to capture cinematic visuals and performance footage.
- Directed artist performances, camera blocking, lighting, and visual storytelling throughout production.
- Managed on-set production crews while maintaining production schedules and creative quality.
- Edited and supervised post-production, including color grading, visual enhancements, and final delivery.
- Delivered a high-quality music video optimized for digital platforms, streaming, YouTube, and social media distribution.
Bad Business (Feature Film)
Naughty by Nature
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Created and developed an original feature film and television property.
- Wrote screenplay materials, treatments, and pitch documents.
- Developed visual style, production approach, and storytelling strategy.
- Produced development footage using RED and Sony Cinema Camera systems.
- Created storyboards and production plans.
- Led concept development from ideation through project packaging.
- Prepared materials for investors, collaborators, and production partners.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Hohokus Rets
Nutley, NJSkills
- Creative Producing
- Video Production
- Video Editing
- Digital Storytelling
- Documentary Production
- Camera Operation
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Post-Production
- Script Writing
- Interview Production
- YouTube & Social Media Publishing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Accomplishments
- 20+ years leading DIYS / MARDIGRAU Creative Studios, producing film, television, documentary, commercial, branded, and music video content.
- Contributed to the camera department on Better Nate Than Ever, a feature film produced by Walt Disney Pictures.
- Grew the DIYS Instagram community to 21,000+ followers through original video production and digital storytelling.
- Collaborated on productions featuring Treach, Redman, Tame One, DoItAll, Hakim Green, Gov Mattic, members of Outsidaz, and artists associated with Digable Planets.
Timeline
Better Nate Than Ever
Walt Disney Pictures
01.2022 - 01.2023
Shop Topics (Reality Television Series)
DIYS Entertainment
03.2021 - 01.2022
Dust Til Dawn (Music Video)
Naughty by Nature
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bad Business (Feature Film)
Naughty by Nature
01.2021 - 12.2022
DIYS / MARDIGRAU Creative Studios
Executive Producer | Director | Creative Director | Cinematographer | Camera Operator
01.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Hohokus Rets
Director Reel
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GZOXps_6xcg&list=LL&index=1&pp=iAQBsAgC
Audience Choice Awards
Recognizes productions that receive the highest audience votes for excellence in storytelling, creativity, and overall viewer impact.