Fernando Pelaez Rovalo
Anaheim
Summary
Skilled at configuring and operating cameras with the best angles and proper lighting to achieve the director's desired look and feel. Knowledgeable about editing and directing processes and skilled with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop. Team player and leadership oriented.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Videographer
apd_starwars_page
Mexico City
06.2024 - Current
- Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
- Edit raw footage into a final product using non-linear editing systems such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.
- Edited and manipulated videos to upload and post to social media platforms.
- Recommended new equipment to improve audio, video and presentation capabilities.
- Arranged cameras, audio and lighting equipment for filming.
Cinematographer
Dead End Entertainment
Los Angeles
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Set up and operate cameras and lighting to capture the desired images.
- Perform color correction on raw footage before editing process begins.
- Organize and participate in pre-production meetings with directors, producers, and other crew members.
- Plan scenes by analyzing scripts and collaborating with the director.
- Select appropriate lenses such as wide angle or zoom lenses to achieve desired effects.
- Ensure that lighting is adjusted properly for each scene according to the script.
- Coordinate with gaffers and grips to adjust lights for indoor and outdoor shooting locations.
Videographer
Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks
Houston
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Set up and operate video cameras, audio recorders, lighting equipment, props, and other related production equipment.
- Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
- Edit raw footage into a final product using non-linear editing systems such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.
- Adjust sound levels of dialogue and music in order to create desired effects.
- Conduct interviews relevant to the subject.
- Edited captured video to tell concise, visually pleasing stories or relay video messages.
Film Director
Emerson Independent Video
Boston
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Organized pre-production functions by establishing budgets, hiring cast and crew and securing permits.
- Filled roles such as Director to plan and complete film project.
Cinematographer
Jaden Esse
Boston
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Composed shots with attention to lighting and frame to engage viewers.
- Created high-quality compositions on camera using various tools.
- Worked with director to understand their vision and look of each shoot.
- Transported and prepared equipment for shoots.
- Coordinated post-production and editing activities for footage.
- Learned and implemented script, shot and location plans.
- Managed shooting, including lighting, location, sound and camera setup.
Cinematographer
Emerson Independent Video
Boston
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Composed shots with attention to lighting and frame to engage viewers.
- Created high-quality compositions on camera using various tools.
- Worked with director to understand their vision and look of each shoot.
- Developed plans for aspects of shoots such as cameras required, optimal angles and lighting needs.
- Transported and prepared equipment for shoots.
- Brainstormed with production team to generate new ideas.
- Assessed and improved existing lighting and proposed composition of each shot.
Cinematographer
Hanying Du
Boston
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed shooting, including lighting, location, sound and camera setup.
- Composed shots with attention to lighting and frame to engage viewers.
- Created high-quality compositions on camera using various tools.
- Worked with director to understand their vision and look of each shoot.
- Developed plans for aspects of shoots such as cameras required, optimal angles and lighting needs.
- Transported and prepared equipment for shoots.
- Brainstormed with production team to generate new ideas.
- Learned and implemented script, shot and location plans.
- Thesis Film.
Cinematographer
Felicia Varlotto
Boston
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Composed shots with attention to lighting and frame to engage viewers.
- Created high-quality compositions on camera using various tools.
- Worked with director and understand vision and look of each shoot.
- Developed plans for aspects of shoots such as cameras required, optimal angles and lighting needs.
- Brainstormed with production team to generate new ideas.
- Learned and implemented script, shot and location plans.
- Assessed and improved existing lighting and proposed composition of each shot.
- Remained alert, active and ready to respond to requests using variety of available resources.
1st Assistant Camera
Emerson Independent Video
Boston
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Set up and configured equipment to capture indoor and outdoor shots.
- Prepared cameras and tested angles to capture quality footage.
- Tested, maintained and cleaned camera equipment to ensure proper working order for shooting.
- Helped prepare sets and set up equipment for filming.
- Pulled camera focus when needed.
Videographer
Zanti Cucina Italiana
The Woodlands
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Managed development of content plans and overall message.
- Configured shots based on daily needs, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Edited over 10 hours of footage using Premiere Pro.
- Shot, Edited and Delivered project for restaurant's aperture.
- Volunteer Work.
Summer Program Coordinator
Casa Diaz Maquinas de Coser
Mexico City
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Organized activities to promote children's physical, emotional and social growth.
Internship Film
Pitipol Ibarra
Mexico City
01.2017 - 02.2017
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work such as Pre-production and Working on a production set.
- Read through several scripts and delivered treatments for potential major motion picture productions.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and strong communication skill, remaining open to learning new things every day.
- Shadowed film professionals such as directors and cinematographers to learn best approaches.
Education
Master of Arts - Cinematography
Chapman University
Orange County05-2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Media Arts Production
Emerson College
Boston, MA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Centro Educativo Tomas Moro
Mexico City05.2018
Skills
- Following plans
- Managing angles
- Lighting skills
- Reading scripts
- Setting up cameras
- Shot preparation
- Production understanding
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Proficient in Final Cut Pro
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Final Draft 11
- Proficient in Davinci Resolve
- Story pitching
- Film editing
- Strong creative vision
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Social Media Videographer
apd_starwars_page
06.2024 - Current
Cinematographer
Dead End Entertainment
08.2023 - 09.2024
Videographer
Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks
10.2022 - 11.2022
Film Director
Emerson Independent Video
11.2021 - 04.2022
Cinematographer
Jaden Esse
10.2021 - 11.2021
Cinematographer
Emerson Independent Video
09.2021 - 10.2021
Cinematographer
Hanying Du
06.2021 - 09.2021
Cinematographer
Felicia Varlotto
02.2021 - 03.2021
1st Assistant Camera
Emerson Independent Video
11.2020 - 11.2020
Videographer
Zanti Cucina Italiana
06.2019 - 07.2019
Summer Program Coordinator
Casa Diaz Maquinas de Coser
07.2017 - 08.2017
Internship Film
Pitipol Ibarra
01.2017 - 02.2017
Master of Arts - Cinematography
Chapman University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Visual Media Arts Production
Emerson College
High School Diploma -
Centro Educativo Tomas Moro
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