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Brandon C.

Tampa, Florida

$50/hr
5.0
37 jobs

★ Hello! My name is Brandon Clemente and I am a highly diverse and skilled videographer, photographer, and video editor. ★ I am equipped with professional equipment such as the Sony Cinema Line Camera, the FX3, DJI Magic Pro Drones, professional microphones, gimbals, etc. ★ With years of professional experience using Final Cut Pro, I have honed my skills in all aspects of post-production, from color grading and sound design to compositing and special effects. ★ I am also a licensed drone pilot, allowing me to capture breathtaking aerial footage for my projects. --- Commercially Licensed (FAA Part 107 Certified) ★ With a track record of delivering high-quality work and a wealth of satisfied clients, I am confident in my ability to bring your vision to life. Whether you need a promotional video, a social media ad, or a documentary film, I am here to help bring your project to the next level.

  • Drone
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Social Media Video
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Editing
  • Short Video Ad
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Film Production
  • Film & Video
  • Film Editing
  • Podcast Production
  • Podcast
  • Videography
  • Drone Videography
Tristan S.

Phoenix, Arizona

$125/hr
5.0
71 jobs

I’m Tristan – a creative visual storyteller based in Phoenix, AZ with 5+ years of experience behind the lens. I specialize in crafting impactful photography and video content for brands, businesses, and events. Whether you're looking for polished commercial campaigns, captivating real estate photography, or engaging video content for your businesses' website or social channels, I bring a sharp eye and professional execution to every project. 🔹 What I Offer: • Photography – Commercial | Residential Real Estate | Architecture | Branding | Events • Videography – Scripted & Unscripted Content | Business Promos | Festival & Corporate Event Coverage • Drone Work – Aerial Photography & Cinematography (FAA Part 107 Certified, if applicable) • Post-Production – High-quality editing for both photo and video with fast turnaround 🔹 Who I Work With: • Small Businesses & Startups • Corporate Clients • Event Organizers • Real Estate Agents • Creative Agencies I pride myself on being easy to work with, highly responsive, and focused on delivering results that match your goals. Let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life—on time, on brand, and on budget. 📩 Ready to elevate your content? Let’s connect and make something great together.

  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Drone Videography
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • Photo Slideshow
  • Real Estate Photography
  • Commercial Photography
Max S.

Atlanta, Georgia

$75/hr
4.9
19 jobs

I am a videographer, photographer, producer and editor. I am very experienced in documentary content creation, promotional video marketing, photography, event coverage and filmmaking. It's important that your videos have an eye catching style that reflects what your business or project is about and I would like to help bring your vision to life. Services that I offer: Video Production: -Pre Production - Concept Development | Scheduling | Pre-Interviews -Production - Filming | Lighting | Audio Recording -Post Production - Editing | Motion Graphics | Sound Effects | Audio Licensing Photography: -Portrait | Headshots -Brand & Products -Travel & Lifestyle -Social Media Drone Operation: -Licensed/Certified/Insured Commercial Drone Pilot -Photo and Video coverage

  • Drone
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Videography
  • Video Production
  • Cinematography
  • Cinematic Video
  • Drone Videography
  • Photography
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Video Editing
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Lifestyle & Travel
Ryan T.

Los Angeles, California

$40/hr
5.0
11 jobs

I have over a decade of experience in film and video production, digital content creation, and drone cinematography. From capturing a romantic elopement next to a beautiful lakeside cabin, to crafting a thrilling narrative about the experience of driving a manual transmission Jeep, I take pride in my ability to grab the attention and imagination of an audience, through both real-world documentary and cinematic fiction. I'm an expert at using my Nikon Z8 paired with a DJI Ronin 4S to create smooth, cinematic footage; I also pilot a DJI Mini 5 Pro to find new and dynamic angles on the action. I have mastered quick turnaround times and seamless editing workflows using Davinci Resolve, and use cutting-edge file-transfer software to get footage where it needs to go. From pre-shoot ideas to on-set adaptation to editing bay polish, my experience and confidence shines in every aspect of the media production pipeline. Whether you have an event coming up that should be remembered forever, or a narrative experience that the world needs to see, I can help you stay in the moment and capture it in time.

  • Blog Writing
  • Photography
  • Videography
  • Writing
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Editing
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Affinity Photo
  • Documentary Video
  • YouTube Shorts
  • YouTube
  • YouTube Development
  • Audio Editing
  • Photo Editing
Andro B.

Las Vegas, Nevada

$60/hr
5.0
15 jobs

I'm a certificated drone pilot (part 107), with landscape and real estate aerial photography and videography experience for more than 2 years. My travel passion allows me to film and photograph different places and make me gain more experience.

  • Drone
  • Drone Videography
  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Photography
Oleksandr O.

Miami, Florida

$100/hr
5.0
29 jobs

I’m Oleksandr (Alex), a professional videographer based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. What I handle: • Corporate & business events (conferences, seminars, keynotes, panel discussions) • Speaker presentations & speaker sessions (close-ups, B-roll, clean audio) • Testimonial & interview videos (short clips for LinkedIn, websites, marketing) • Product videos & demos (e-commerce, SaaS, brand promos) • Explainer & educational videos (how-to, training, animated-style if needed) • Social media content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, vertical videos) • Event highlights & recaps (1–5 min edited promos for social/websites) • Promo & brand videos (product launches, networking events, lifestyle shoots) Bonus: FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot — I can add stunning aerial venue/establishing shots as an optional upgrade to elevate your project. South Florida experience: • Dynamic event footage for school/corporate-style gatherings in Fort Lauderdale • Promotional showroom video in Pompano Beach • Vibrant nightlife & event documentation in Brickell I create high-quality, engaging video content for businesses, brands, events, and creators — from dynamic event coverage to polished marketing videos. Equipped with pro gear (gimbals, wireless mics, full editing suite: Premiere/After Effects/DaVinci Resolve). Deliver 4K footage, color-graded, sound-designed, with fast turnaround — often same/next-day edits for urgent projects. 100% Job Success • Reliable, adaptable, and ready for any professional shoot. Got an upcoming event, conference, testimonial, product video, social campaign, or business promo? Message me with details (date, location, goals) — let’s make it look sharp!

  • Drone
  • Aerial Photography
  • Drone Videography
  • Photography
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Video Commercial
  • Video Advertising
  • Video Shoot

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