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Work History
Education
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Additional Education
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RYAN OCONNOR

Denver,CO

Summary

Innovative and detail-oriented Videographer with a proven track record of creating high quality visual content. Proficient in filming, editing, and storytelling. Skilled at collaborating with clients to bring their vision to life.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Freelance
Denver, CO
01.2023 - Current
  • Director of Photography: House Hunters
  • Pie Town Production
  • 1/18/23 - Present

AC/DIT

Two Cats Production
Denver, CO
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • AC/DIT: Building Roots Season 2 HGTV
  • Two Cats Production
  • 9/20/22 8/07/23

AC/DIT

HGTV ROKU inc.
Denver, CO
- 08.2022
  • AC/DIT: This Old House - Mountain Modern Season 2 HGTV ROKU inc
  • June Aug 2022

VIDEOGRAPHER

Fireside Production
Arvada, CO
01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Director of Photography and Content Creator producing videos for Clients websites
  • Storyboard sequencing for subject, visual camera direction, camera movement and background
  • Creating Motion Graphics animation delivering excellent results for the client
  • Editing and color correct and audio cleaning for a professional product
  • Certified Part 107 Drone Pilot Planning and determining for a safe flight with team or Remote Pilot in Command.

PHOTOJOURNALIST

KDVR Fox 31
Denver, CO
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Covered breaking news events for various media outlets, delivering high-quality imagery
  • Managed photo editing and production for tight deadlines in fast-paced environments
  • Developed unique visual storytelling skills through travel photography assignments.

PHOTOJOURNALIST

KMGH
Denver, CO
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Collaborated with journalists to tell compelling visual narratives in publications
  • Adapted to different environments and situations to capture unique and impactful images
  • Captured powerful images for news stories, highlighting events and emotions.

INVESTIGATIVE PHOTOJOURNALIST

KRQE news 13
Albuquerque, New Mexico
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Developed strong visual storytelling skills through capturing impactful images at various events
  • Utilized different photography techniques to document crucial evidence for investigative stories
  • Collaborated with journalists to provide compelling visual content for investigative pieces
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure to capture breaking news moments.

PHOTOJOURNALIST

WVIT nbc 30
West Hartford, CT
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Proficient in digital photography, editing software, and video production for multimedia storytelling
  • Strong portfolio showcasing diverse range of subjects and storytelling techniques.

AC/DIT

High Noon Production
Denver, CO
  • AC/DIT: 24-hour Truck Off (Pilot) Food Network
  • High Noon Production
  • Oct 28-30, 2022

AC/DIT

Westbrook ink Film
Denver, CO
  • AC/DIT Full Circle Film Westbrook ink Film
  • Jun 22 23, 2022

Education

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN PHOTOJOURNALISM -

Ohio Center For Broadcasting

Skills

  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Storytelling
  • Cinematography
  • Lighting
  • Color Correction
  • Audio Production
  • Drone Operation
  • Motion Graphics

Accomplishments

  • 2009-2010 Rocky Mountain Emmy Award, Human Interest - DWI Portraits
  • 2010-2011 Rocky Mountain Emmy Award, Environment Program/Feature - River of Tires
  • 2010 New Mexico Broadcasters Association AP Excellence in Broadcasting, Award. Photojournalist of the Year
  • 2011-2012 Rocky Mountain Emmy Award, Business/Consumer - Before You Die: Give Notice
  • 2011-2012 Rock Mountain Emmy Award, Societal Concerns - Stalker Cop
  • 2013-2014 Rock Mountain Emmy Award, Education/School - Learning to Bully

Additional Education

NPPA: National Press Photography Association Workshop 2008

Timeline

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Freelance
01.2023 - Current

AC/DIT

Two Cats Production
09.2022 - 08.2023

VIDEOGRAPHER

Fireside Production
01.2019 - 06.2022

PHOTOJOURNALIST

KDVR Fox 31
01.2017 - 01.2019

PHOTOJOURNALIST

KMGH
01.2015 - 01.2017

INVESTIGATIVE PHOTOJOURNALIST

KRQE news 13
01.2008 - 01.2015

PHOTOJOURNALIST

WVIT nbc 30
01.2006 - 01.2008

AC/DIT

HGTV ROKU inc.
- 08.2022

AC/DIT

High Noon Production

AC/DIT

Westbrook ink Film

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN PHOTOJOURNALISM -

Ohio Center For Broadcasting
RYAN OCONNOR