Spencer Draeger
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Creative and meticulous professional with passion for storytelling. Technically-savvy with expertise operating in video, audio and production. Looking for a dynamic role with a growing team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer + Editor + Audio Engineer
Freelance
Los Angeles, CA
10.2015 - Current
- Operated various cameras and gimbals to achieve cinematic compositions for compelling storytelling
- Identified optimal film locations and planned shoots
- Recorded/edited voiceovers for films using high quality microphones and editing software
- Worked closely with clients, scheduled shoots and promptly delivered final products to keep processes on task.
- Collaborated with producers and crew members to organize schedules by factoring in production requirements and materials availability.
- Directed implementation of post-production workflows to keep project on task and meet budgetary concerns.
- Develop storyboards and blocking to plan out each scene prior to filming.
- Set up and operate video cameras, audio recorders, lighting equipment, props, and other related production equipment.
- Edit raw footage into a final product using Davinci Resolve or Adobe Premiere.
- Color graded raw footage and used non-linear processes like printing digital to analog.
- Managed lighting, location, sound and camera setup.
- Utilized audio post-production techniques such as compression, equalization, noise reduction, and reverberation to enhance the quality of recorded material.
Creative Producer
John Varvatos
New York, NY
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Researched, wrote, produced, directed, and supervised pre + post production of of global campaigns
- Worked side by side with the creative director to execute their vision
- Reduced cost of campaigns by taking on multiple roles of production and utilizing my technical side in video and audio production
- Organized pre-production functions by establishing budgets, hiring cast and crew and securing permits.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors to ensure best value for money was achieved on all projects.
- Identified potential risks associated with each project and developed mitigation strategies where necessary.
- Analyzed data from marketing campaigns to identify areas of improvement.
- Created detailed call sheets and ensured all talent, crew, and vendors were informed on set expectations.
- Organized and attended pre-production meetings with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of productions.
- Oversaw daily operations on set including scheduling, problem solving, budget tracking and creative decisions.
- Collaborated with directors, writers, designers, cinematographers, editors and other creatives throughout production process.
- Spearheaded casting sessions, selecting talent that best fits the project's needs.
Film Composer
Rough Trade Publishing, Bank Robber Publishing
New York, NY
- Composed original music for wide range of artists.
- Scored all fashion campaigns from 2021 - 2024 for John Varvatos
- Scored featured film What's My Name Again?
- Scored multiple commercials for luxury brands and fashion
- Ran production equipment to alter and improve recording sound quality and flow.
- Aligned music with current genre trends for maximum success and profits.
- Toured all over the world
Acting
Freelance
Los Angeles, CA
2016 - Current
- Adapted performances based on feedback from directors and producers.
- Auditioned for roles for commercial and television projects.
- Appeared in commercials, music videos, web series, short films, independent films.
- Collaborated with directors on character development and scene blocking.
- Studied scripts to learn about characters' personalities, goals, and motivations.
- Memorized lines for multiple characters in a production.
- Starred in Girl On A Motorcycle 2025
- Starred in HBO's Vinyl 2016
- Starred in Conan Gray's "Alley Rose" music video 2024
Education
Marketing
San Francisco State University
Skills
- Camera operation
- Film editing
- Film and Audio Production
- Proficient in Davinci Resolve, Pro Tools, Logic, Final Cut, Adobe Suite, Facebook Business Manager more
- Film directing experience
- Project management
- Songwriting/Music Composition for commerical use
- Concept development
- Strong creative vision
- Color Grading Knowledge
- Green screen usage
- Voiceover Recording
- Audio Mixing Techniques
Accomplishments
- Winner - American Photographers Award 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Creative Producer
John Varvatos
02.2021 - 02.2024
Videographer + Editor + Audio Engineer
Freelance
10.2015 - Current
Film Composer
Rough Trade Publishing, Bank Robber Publishing
Acting
Freelance
2016 - Current
Marketing
San Francisco State University
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