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STUDENT films, FREELANCE WORK & production internship films

GLANCES UNTOLD - INTRODUCTION TO FILMMAKING PROJECT

intro to Cinematography Class project

E11EVEN Vodka mock commercial

Served as Assistant DP and Prop Master

INTRO TO DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING - documentary short

MIAMI MARINE ECOSYSTEM

Co-Directed & Produced with Ethan Storey & Natalie Pemberton

crew roles & internships - feature films & documentaries

Shot By An Angel - 2rd Camera | GE Swing

Directed by D.R. Bellard | Cinematography by Rick Galli
Summer 2025 | On-location, Los Angeles, CA

As a  3rd Camera, Grip | Electric Swing on the feature film Shot By an Angel, I worked in a hands-on, entry-level capacity supporting both the camera and grip/electric departments. Under the guidance of Director of Photography Rick Galli, assisted with day-to-day production tasks while gaining valuable on-set experience in professional filmmaking.

  • Helped set up and break down lighting, grip, and camera equipment under supervision.
  • Assisted with running cables, organizing gear, and keeping the set clear and safe during camera moves and lighting adjustments.
  • Shadowed experienced crew members to learn the basics of camera operation, lighting setups, and set protocol.
  • Performed general production support including equipment moving, securing set areas, and responding to team needs as they arose. 

Seeing a Different Future - Production Assistant

Seeing a Different Future: Directed by  Carter Oakley & Nick Hudson
Summer 2024  | On-location, Boston & Philadelphia


SEEING A DIFFERENT FUTURE (2025) is a documentary film focused on the people and partnerships that together led to meaningful progress in the treatment of the most common type of pediatric brain tumor.  


As a Production Assistant on Seeing A Different Future, I contributed to the production of a purpose-driven documentary short, supporting a team dedicated to social impact storytelling. Worked closely with the director and producer across multiple stages of production, gaining hands-on experience in both creative and technical aspects of filmmaking.

  • Crafted the film’s initial paper cut in outline format, identifying time-coded key moments to streamline
    the editing process.
  • Supported cinematography by assisting with lighting and camera equipment setup on location.
  •  Assisted with the day-to-day production logistics and on-set operations. 


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