GLORIA THERESE

Director, cinematographer and editor with an inspired passion for innovative, forward-thinking approaches to branded storytelling and video journalism — particularly meaningful, universally impactful narratives that connect humanity and “bridge the gap” between diverse cultures, uncharted territories, ideas challenging the imagination and intellect, and philosophical truths about life, nature, beauty and the human condition.

EXPERIENCE

FREELANCE DIRECTOR OF PHOTOgRAPHY, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, ASSISTANT CAMERA | LOS ANGELES | 2021— PRESENT

Clients: STVDIUM (Freelance Director of Photography, Assistant Camera), BreakRoom17 (Freelance Director of Photography, Editor), Triome Productions (Freelance Assistant Director)

FREELANCE DIRECTOR, CINEMATOGRAPHER, ASSOCIATE PRODUCER & EDITOR | San Diego | 2018 — 2021

Clients: Wuss Productions (Production Assistant), Process Creative (Production Assistant), Starfox Media / She Nova Music (Freelance Writer, Storyboard Artist, Director, Director of Photography, Editor), FGB Media (Creative Director, Videographer), Cobian USA / Bethany Hamilton (Freelance Videographer), More Than Motion Dance (Freelance Associate Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor), Rising Co / Grant & Julie Ellis (Freelance Videographer), Jeff Moore Consulting (Director, Videographer, Editor), Açaí Roots (Freelance Assistant Photographer), and Good Lovin’ Bar (Freelance Assistant Camera)

FREELANCE CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COPYWRITER & Brand consultant | Los Angeles | 2012 — 2017

Clients & Partners: Lookbook, Hypebeast, Warner Brothers, Tiffany & Co., Reformation, Coach, H&M, Volcom, A Favre Group, Matrix Model Staffing, Quench Staffing, Lux & Eco, Toni & Guy, G-Shock, Frye Boots, Sanuk, Lovers & Friends, Publish Brand and Dear Survivor

EDITOR IN CHIEF, LOOKBOOK | Los Angeles | 2014 — 2017

Designed and launched company's first editorial initiative. Developed pipeline of contributors, content creators and brand collaborations. Directed social media team and coordinated with global influencers. Provided editorial coverage for fashion weeks, festivals and relevant travel and lifestyle initiatives.

SKILLS

Directing, Editing, Cinematography, Photography, Storyboarding, Screenwriting, Producing, Digital Marketing, and Creative Direction. Proficient in Adobe Suite (Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop) and Da Vinci, Drone Piloting, Gimbal Operation, and Various Camera (BMPCC, RED, Canon, Sony, GoPro, Film)

EDUCATION

B.S. Business Entrepreneurship, Minor in Cinema Television, University of Southern California

Activities & Accolades: Student Producer for TV8, Publicity Intern for American Pavilion at Cannes Film Festival, Coxswain for Men’s Rowing Team, Business Case Team International Finalist, Speech & Debate Team Silver National Medalist

CONTACT

http://www.gloriatherese.com | https://vimeo.com/gloriatherese

p: 714. 717. 7626 | gloriatheresecreative@gmail.com | ig @gloriaterese

References available upon request

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