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Payton Spurlock

Livermore,KY

Summary

I'm an experience videographer who has worked in all aspects of production. Camera work, lighting, directing, audio, and editing I have done it all. I have worked on multiple projects throughout the 2 years I've been a professional Videographer. This includes live events for my jobs, short films, interviews, and media commercials for companies among others. I used to work on programming and wiring lights every Sunday for Crosswinds Church. I have been a PA, producer, camera man, editor, and all around creator on many projects. I have worked on short films, live cooperate events, concerts, and interviews. I have helped set up entire live shows for Medical companies and I have produced various videos for multiple clients. I own a GH6 and a G85 with Multiple lenses Including a 12mm-60mm Kit Lens, a 16mm prime Sigma Lens, an old cannon 28mm prime lens, and an old cannon 50mm prime lens. I have worked on way more cameras than this though and I am quick to learn about any pice of equipment you give me.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Videographer

ICV Digital Media
01.2023 - Current

I helped to set up all aspects and wiring on a given show such as setting up Sony HPX 3100's, wiring to Atem Switchers, wiring to monitors, wiring to zoom calls/ laptops, editing ATEM pip looks, camera operation, run of show, show setup and teardown, use of monitors, learned to program robos, use of camera switchers, and packing for jobs and field events.

  • Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing, and framing shots.
  • Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
  • Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over multiple hours of footage.
  • Operated video cameras in various environments, adjusting settings appropriately for outdoor and studio.
  • Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.
  • Used Premiere Pro to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
  • I've also learned how to properly set up and light green screens
  • I have driven equipment around the bay
  • I have actively fixed dead pixels on cameras as well as done multiple fixes on other pieces of equipment

Film Student

San Francisco State University Cinema
08.2022 - Current

As a film student I have worked on multiple projects including short films, short interview, and other fun little projects. These projects have allowed me to experiment and enhance my skills. I've taken workshop classes, camera classes, directing classes, and writing classes. I'm also the vice president of the Black Cinema Club at San Francisco State University where I try to help our members create as many projects as they can. While doing all of this I am also working at ICV once a week as a freelance associate. Over the Summer I am also doing a program in France where I will get to work on a documentary.

  • Enhanced film production quality by utilizing advanced editing techniques and software.
  • Improved team collaboration on set by implementing efficient communication methods during filming.
  • Developed engaging scripts for short films, resulting in numerous accolades at student film festivals.
  • Expanded networking opportunities by actively participating in film industry events and workshops.
  • Increased audience engagement with creative visual storytelling techniques and innovative camera work.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics on set, ensuring smooth production flow and timely completion of projects.
  • Mentored fellow students in filmmaking techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment within the program.
  • Collaborated with diverse teams of writers, directors, actors, and crew members to produce high-quality films on tight deadlines.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various film equipment, enhancing technical skills across multiple facets of production.

Videographer

Crosswinds Church
05.2022 - 05.2023

In this position I helped to produce multiple videos on a weekly basis that would tie into services on Sundays. These videos included comedy shorts, interviews, documentaries, creative dramas, artistic dramas, and many, many more. In this job I brainstormed, set up, recorded audio, adjusted lighting, filmed footage, and edited these videos. Most of the videos in my portfolio come from my time at the church which were produced mostly on a weekly basis. In this job I was also in charge of lighting and wiring for the entire church auditorium. I was in charge of editing light shows using Vista 3 programming and light board. I was also in charge of running the production side on Sundays which put me in charge of the live stream to Youtube and the cameras that run throughout the auditorium. If anything was to go down in the auditorium, including light fixtures, cameras, computers, etc. I was in charge of fixing the wiring and re patching the system. Currently I volunteer at this church as a Tech Director which means I am in charge of cues and making sure the service runs smoothly under my direction. I have also live streamed to multiple platforms such as Facebook, and Zoom.

  • Produced original video content by working collaboratively with team members who have acted as producers, directors and and musical art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
  • Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
  • Used both Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
  • Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata.
  • learned how to program light shows and light fixtures for Sunday services.
  • I have done multiple forms of tech both production such as working on a light board, and running a live stream.
  • Helped assembles stages, sets, and costumes for our media production services.

Videographer Intern

Porygon Studios
05.2022 - 12.2022

In this job I was mainly an assistant who was in charge of editing, moving equipment, filming, audio, lighting, and all things production for a small Videography company.

  • Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
  • Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
  • Used Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
  • Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata.
  • Worked with customers in order to shoot what they want as a staff.
  • Been an overarching producer on multiple projects.
  • Have been a key editor for the company.

Backroom Associate

T.J. Maxx
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Made sure that we met deadlines at an acceptable rate and pace.
  • Helped maintain a clean backroom.
  • Helped manage associates in the backroom to complete projects

Education

Associate of Arts - Film

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Granada High School
Livermore, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Experience with video cameras and framing of subjects I Have worked with cameras such as GH6, GH7, HPX 3100, HPX 3000, HPX 700, Black Magic Ursa, Cannon Ti, Cannon R5, Cannon C-100, Cannon C-500, Sony A7iii, and Sony FX30
  • Experience directing and working with non professional and intermediate actors I have worked with people in interviews and I am going to school for directing actors
  • Experience with lighting, c-stands, mic-stands, reflectors, and diffusers I have worked with all types of lights including Arri, dicast, and light boards of multiple sizes
  • Experience with boom poles, Audio recorders, and lapel mics I have experience setting up zoom and field recorders and mics
  • Experience programming, patching, and wiring lights (I was required to create a light show for every Sunday at my Crosswinds Church job) We used Vista 3 mostly for that system
  • Experience working with clients and collaborating to make the best product possible
  • Experience managing a shoot for other companies
  • Experience shooting live events I have TD's live events as well as set up multiple live streams for multiple people
  • Experience with live stream In my current job we mostly run meeting forums and push our shoots out to zoom, blue jeans, ect
  • Experience in short films, documentaries, interviews, and media commercials for companies I am going to France this Summer to work on an international Documentary
  • Lighting techniques I have worked with talented Gaffers on a few shoots who have taught me some basics on lighting
  • Social Media Promotion I run the social media for the Black film club at San Francisco State University
  • Audio Recording Techniques I have experience setting up and holding boom poles
  • Color Grading Mastery I've learned how to read scopes and how to color grade in Davinci Resolve
  • Multi-Camera Setup I've worked on interviews with multiple cameras before
  • Editing skills I know how to use both Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve
  • Configuring equipment My job at ICV Digital media Company requires me to pack and set up gear for upcoming shows
  • Staging shots I have a lot of experience setting up shots for interviews and for short films
  • Directing experience I have experience tech directing for Crosswinds Church, and directing my own projects
  • Setting up equipment I have a lot of PA experience with ICV and in film school where I'm in charge of setting up lights, camera, ATEM, Wiring, you name it

Additional Information

References:

Sophia Acero: sacero@crosswindschurch.org

Tony Alfaro: aalfaro2@mail.sfsu.edu

Carlton Colbert: Colbertproductions@gmail.com


Timeline

Freelance Videographer

ICV Digital Media
01.2023 - Current

Film Student

San Francisco State University Cinema
08.2022 - Current

Videographer

Crosswinds Church
05.2022 - 05.2023

Videographer Intern

Porygon Studios
05.2022 - 12.2022

Backroom Associate

T.J. Maxx
03.2021 - 01.2022

Associate of Arts - Film

San Francisco State University

High School Diploma -

Granada High School
Payton Spurlock