TREE WENDELL
Summary
Visual creative with experience in production, live multi-cam broadcasts, editorial shoots, and content creation. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and Lightroom, with a passion for immortalizing moments and bringing energy to life on screen.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camera Operator/Technical Director
Fur Peace Ranch Productions
Pomeroy, OH
10.2024 - Current
- Directed a multi-camera broadcast and coordinate technical transitions, implementing creative solutions to adapt to live production challenges
- Operated professional camera equipment for live productions ensuring precise framing and focus while adapting to dynamic shooting
conditions - Collaborated with the production team to develop
creative camera angles that enhance storytelling - Implemented efficient camera setup procedures and maintain equipment readiness, ensuring seamless production workflows
Photographer/Videographer
VRNT Magazine
Athens, OH
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with the director to execute creative visions for magazine shoots, specializing in fashion photography and videography
- Attended regular meetings to contribute ideas and shape the creative direction of each shoot, ensuring a cohesive vision
- Captured high-quality photos and videos that align with the magazine's aesthetic, engaging audiences and enhancing the magazine's visual appeal
- Edited photos and videos using Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, and Photoshop to deliver polished, captivating content for print and digital platforms
Videographer
Lemonade Stand Concerts
Athens, OH
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed all aspects of videography, including setting up cameras, selecting appropriate angles, and ensuring high-quality footage
- Coordinated with lighting and sound teams to maintain optimal visual and audio quality throughout the production
- Maintained and organized video equipment, troubleshooting technical issues to ensure seamless production
Education
BSc - Media Arts Production
Ohio State University
Athens, OH, US05.2026
Skills
- Photography
- Videography
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Live Production
- Camera Operation
- Technical Directing
INTERNSHIPS
Nelsonville Music Festival Intern, WOUB Sycamore Sessions
- Edited and finalized the production, including Sierra Ferrell's NMF Sycamore Sessions video, which garnered over 700,000 views
- Operated cameras and directed a live production for the Nelsonville Music Festival as part of WOUB Sycamore Sessions
- Collaborated with a team to capture high-quality performances and create engaging and visually appealing final products
- Assisted as a runner on set, ensuring smooth operations and communication among the crew.
Timeline
Camera Operator/Technical Director
Fur Peace Ranch Productions
10.2024 - Current
Photographer/Videographer
VRNT Magazine
09.2023 - Current
Videographer
Lemonade Stand Concerts
10.2022 - 06.2023
BSc - Media Arts Production
Ohio State University
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