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KAMAL MCALLISTER

Atlanta,GA

Summary

A filmmaker, specializing in cinematography and camera operation, worked on productions with various artists and companies such as Dallas Austin, Tom Luse, the Fox Theater Institute, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Wild Capture. Works with virtual production technology and 3D media to blend with traditional filmmaking techniques.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Video Producer

Gwinnett County Government
07.2024 - Current
  • Operates studio film and lighting equipment.
  • Shoots multiple video styles for use in communications media packages
  • Completes post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and reviews media footage.
  • Schedules shoots and sets up filming by coordinating with various departments based on video production needs.
  • Assists in A/V operations of live events and media coverage

Control Room Operator

DawgNation: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
08.2024 - Current
  • Facilitates live production and camera switching of live streamed video shows
  • Edits sports video packages for use in shows and social media

Video Editor

Reimagine ATL
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Organized video assets from camera media, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
  • Delivered edits from multi-camera productions, with titles, graphics, and audio.
  • Oversaw youth film production summer camp program.

Studio Camera Operator

Monica Pearson Show: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • Assists in the set up of studio space and equipment
  • Operates jib crane | camera | broadcast switcher
  • Set up equipment for inside and outside shots
  • Operated studio lights and changed bulbs

Media Technology Operations Associate

Georgia State University - Creative Media Industries Institute
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in technology and equipment usage and maintenance.
  • Operated the building's main film and mocap studio space and equipment.
  • Worked as Director of Photography for a documentary film with the Fox Theatre Institute.
  • Motion capture technician using multiple systems, including Xsens, Optitrack, and Rokoko.
  • Operated studio virtual production LED wall and Volumetric Capture Stage

Camera Department

Five Points Productions LLC
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Worked as the 1st Assistant Camera, Chief Camera Technician, and Secondary Camera Operator.
  • Oversaw production equipment and gear for all departments throughout pre-production and production.
  • Operated camera for VFX shots and LED wall for virtual production scene testing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film and Media, Game Design

Georgia State University
Loganville, GA
05.2024

Georgia Film Academy
Atlanta, GA

Filmmaking in Ireland Study Abroad Program

Georgia State University
05.2022

Skills

  • Video and Photo Editing
  • Photography and Videography
  • Motion Capture and 3D Modeling
  • Film Production
  • Unreal Engine
  • Microsoft Office
  • Project Planning
  • Organization and Prioritizing Skills
  • Written Communication Skills
  • LED Virtual Production
  • Specialty Camera Operation
  • Production and Studio Lighting

Honors And Awards

  • National Gilman Scholarship
  • Georgia State University Honors Student
  • Georgia State University President's List
  • National Merit Scholar

Timeline

Control Room Operator

DawgNation: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
08.2024 - Current

Video Producer

Gwinnett County Government
07.2024 - Current

Video Editor

Reimagine ATL
06.2024 - 10.2024

Studio Camera Operator

Monica Pearson Show: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
11.2023 - 11.2024

Camera Department

Five Points Productions LLC
01.2023 - 05.2023

Media Technology Operations Associate

Georgia State University - Creative Media Industries Institute
08.2021 - 05.2024

Filmmaking in Ireland Study Abroad Program

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Arts - Film and Media, Game Design

Georgia State University

Georgia Film Academy

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