
Director of Photography and Photographer · Austin, Texas
At a glance
I am a Director of Photography, Filmmaker and Photographer from Texas. I have been splitting my time the last 4 years between California, Texas, Mexico, Europe and Indonesia working on various commercial and documentary projects.
Selected clients
Behind the work
The brief, the creative contribution, and what the work accomplished.
Director of Photography and Photographer based in Austin
Case study 01
For Gorlloni
video and photo campaign for product release
Creative contribution
Project outcome
video and photo campaign launch for Gorlloni Gaia hoodie in Sayulita, Mx.
Case study 02
For Nike Swim
Branded documentary for Nike Swim
Creative contribution
Project outcome
Branded documentary for Nike Swim, shot in indonesia
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Selected work, credits, and profiles
Capabilities
Commercial and documentary projects in the sports/ outdoors, conservation, and branded films.
End-to-end video production for campaigns, websites, and paid media—from planning and crew through post-production.
A focused photography package for campaigns, websites, social media, and evergreen brand libraries.
A batch of platform-ready content designed to give your team a consistent stream of polished posts.
Professional photo or video coverage that captures the people, energy, and key moments of your event.
Production
Gear
Watch the work
Featured video 01
2026 reel
Portfolio photos
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