Photographer & Video Producer | Portland, OR

Versatile creative producer with a strong foundation in commercial photography, video production, and team leadership. Known for developing high-quality visual content and delivering impactful campaigns that elevate brand identity. Skilled in directing teams, managing projects, and bringing creative concepts to life through innovative storytelling.

Freelance

Commercial Photographer & Video Producer

Portland, OR | 2013 - Present

  • Delivered professional-grade commercial photography and video content for advertising, e-commerce, and lifestyle branding.

  • Directed creative vision as Director of Photography, ensuring alignment with client goals and achieving cinematic-quality results.

  • Managed all aspects of production, including pre-production planning, on-set execution, and post-production editing.

  • Hired, directed, and coordinated freelance teams to execute creative projects efficiently and effectively.

  • Produced visually compelling imagery for digital campaigns, product marketing, and branded storytelling.

Snackable Creative

Creative Producer

Portland, OR | October 2021 - Present

  • Led creative production for food, beverage, and product brands, producing engaging photography and video campaigns.

  • Developed creative briefs, scopes of work, and workback schedules to guide seamless production workflows.

  • Directed and managed teams of freelance creatives, including photographers, videographers, stylists, and editors.

  • Partnered with clients to conceptualize and execute innovative content strategies tailored to their target audiences.

  • Oversaw post-production processes, ensuring deliverables met brand standards and project objectives.

Dutch Bros Coffee Headquarters

Culture Brand Team
May 2019 – May 2020

  • Produced creative video content that reinforced the company's core values and enhanced internal engagement.

  • Directed visual storytelling initiatives to connect with employees and customers authentically.

Director of Social Media
Dec 2017 – May 2019

  • Led social media strategy, content creation, and paid advertising campaigns to grow brand presence and engagement.

  • Directed photo and video shoots to develop assets for digital campaigns and marketing promotions.

Content Producer
Aug 2016 – Dec 2017

  • Created video content for internal and external communications, aligning with company messaging and branding.

  • Collaborated with marketing teams to produce dynamic, on-brand visual assets.

Skills

  • Creative Expertise: Commercial Photography, Video Production, Art Direction, Storyboarding

  • Leadership: Creative Direction, Team Management, Project Oversight, Freelance Coordination

  • Technical Proficiency: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects), Capture One, Google Suite, Asana, Slack, Image Relay

  • Production Management: Workback Schedules, Budget Management, Client Relations, Contract Negotiation

  • Communication: Strategic Planning, Creative Brief Development, Brand Alignment

Education

Business Administration | Linn Benton Community College