History of Getting Started:

What started simply as a hobby quickly turned into much more. Developing videos has always been a creative outlet and of extreme interest to me. Yet, while my interest grew, the thought of incorporating this passion into a career pathway had never occurred to me. Upon entering college, my interest and personal exploration with video productions grew. It was during my sophomore year, at the University of Oregon, that I discovered a newly developed major of study; Cinema Studies. After researching the program, it was clear a new direction was before me as I switched majors and eagerly began the process of earning a degree in Cinema Studies. At about this same time, I was offered a job at the local news station as a video editor and I purchased my first camera; my video career was kick started! After several years at the news station, and upon graduation, it was time to spread my wings. I ventured out, packed my decades old car with everything I owned and headed south to Phoenix, AZ. With a leap of faith, and ambition in my back pocket, I was determined to start my career in video production. Taking nearly all my savings, I upgraded my camera and began formulating a business plan. Shortly after arriving in Phoenix, I founded a freelance production company. While freelancing, I was given the fortunate opportunity to work for the Phoenix Suns and I am currently serving as their Senior Creative Content Producer.

 

Establishing a production company,  and working for the NBA, have afforded me a wealth of valuable experience in the field of video productions. These experiences have compelled me to rebrand my freelance work, transferring all the skills and talents I have developed to 55 Films. 55 Films will elevate my work to a higher level, constantly pushing the boundaries of my abilities and providing the best possible product for my customers. It is with tremendous excitement, unwavering commitment and deep faith that I take this next step in my work as a freelance videographer.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

  • Operate with integrity

  • Accountable to a timely delivery

  • Deliver uncompromising quality

  • Commitment to uncovering and understanding the customer’s vision

  • Create videos that ‘tell your story’

  • Apply innovative techniques and methodologies to produce outstanding results

  • Develop lasting partnerships to achieve desired outcomes