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Photographer/ Videographer

Digital & Media

Over the last 13 years Chris has played the game of “if you need it let me know” within the realm of action sports creative delivery. From rogue zero budget photo shoots to full high dollar video campaigns he has proven time and again that no matter what the budget or medium, he will deliver. This “chameleon” mentality has unlocked a bentobox skillset not many grow to possess... direction, photography, videography, vfx, animation, sound design, graphic design, illustration... the list goes on and on and on. Bascially, if he isn’t doing a certain part of a project, he most likely has been in that position before and knows how to manage that person. He has worn all the hats so he can relate to all levels of talent on a project, teams win as teams, not individual egos. Chris’s ability to make anyone comfortable in front of a camera is a BIG win as well, there have been many times where clients thought he had known the athletes/models for years while in reality they had just met that day. Big ego? Too cool? Not confident? Scared? No problem. Chris has developed a means to make anyone have fun when their time comes. Give him your worst and he will get them smiling. Long story short, Chris is a unique blend of knowledge and experience, a hybrid creative who thrives in situations that require a puzzle solving mentality fused with just the right amount of crazy. Worth looking into for sure.  - The Kid

Currently navigating the world of freelance while looking for new full time gigs. If you or someone you know require photo or video services please email me at info@chrisgcleary.com . In the meantime check out my portfolio site at www.chrisgcleary.com and instagram @chrisgcleary

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Chris G Cleary

• Responsible for post work including but not limited to, editing, visual effects, sound design, animation, color and overall 
    graphic treatments.
• When applicable source and manage hired post contractors providing direction to ensure the final output meets project 
    expectations and timeline.
• Works on animation concepts, responsible for creating seasonal and campaign specific animations.
Acting staff photographer/director of photography
• Work with the Creative Director to concept, evolve and finalize project briefs including but not limited to, actual concept, 
    talent, locations, hair/makeup and stylists.
• Works as primary photographer on shoots.
• Work with Brand Managers as a lead for pre-production planning and coordination for photo shoots. 
• Work with Brand Managers to ensure production schedules and coordination of resources runs smoothly. This includes the 
    projection and tracking of production budgets.
• Responsible for delegating post work responsibilities ensuring a constant in quality and attention to detail.
• When applicable source and manage hired post contractors providing direction to ensure the final output meets              
    expectations and timeline.
• Works closely with Marketing to implement final photography. Works with Brand Managers to provide photo assets for all 
    PR, web and social needs.
• Responsible for all custom catalog/web/social photo needs including but not limited to product, athlete imagery and     
    marketed stories.
• When applicable source and manage hired photography contractors providing direction to ensure the final output meets  
    expectations and timeline.
• Responsible for cataloging/archiving all photo content.
• Leads the department in maintaining the latest improvements to photo technology insuring the brand is up to date in both 
    the technical and physical realm to meet/exceed the industry standard.
• Responsible for maintaining all camera gear and inventory including hardware and software, external hard drives, and 
    technical accessories. Also includes maintaining the in-house photo studio.

Oversee and execute video projects
• Work with the Creative Director to concept, evolve and finalize project briefs including but not limited to, actual concept, 
    scripts, camera movements/angles, locations, and talent.
• Work with Brand Managers as a lead for pre-production planning and coordination for video shoots.
• Works as an active director/producer on video shoots, working with Brand Managers to ensure production schedules and 
    coordination of resources runs smoothly. This includes the projection and tracking of production budgets.
 • Direct primary/secondary camera operators and talent during shoots to ensure capture aligns with the shotlist and time
    line.
• When applicable take the role of primary camera operator.
• Works closely with Marketing to implement video directives. Works with Brand Managers to provide video assets for all 
    PR, web and social needs.
• Responsible for cataloging/archiving all video content.
• Leads the department in maintaining the latest improvements to video technology insuring the brand is up to date in both 
    the technical and physical realm to meet/exceed the industry standard.
• Maintain and continue to develop a strong sense of concept development, in addition to communication, collaboration, 
    research, problem-solving and presentation skills.

Director of Photography

Photography and Video
• Responsible for all in-house and contracted product photography and video. This includes hiring contracted photographers, 
    managing allotted budgets, sourcing software/hardware and photography locations
• Works closely with Marketing and Art Directors to implement photography directives. Works with marketing project 
    managers to provide photo assets for all PR and social needs
• When applicable, travels to photography locations to capture athletes and event imagery
• Works with Art Director on animation concepts, responsible for creating seasonal and campaign specific animations
• Responsible for large and small scale video projects including brand reels, tradeshow loops, athlete profiles, event     
    coverage and GIF’s
• Responsible for maintaining all camera and video gear and inventory including hardware and software, external hard     
    drives, and technical accessories. Also includes maintaining the in-house photo studio
• Leads the department in maintaining the latest improvements to photo and video technology insuring the brand is up to 
    date in the technical realm
• Responsible for all catalog photo needs from product, athlete imagery and marketed stories

WEB
• Responsible for implementing all creative, video and photography content into myriad digital applications including 
    partner site takeovers, pre-roll videos, web banners, and social channels
• Works with Art Director and 3rd party web developers on creating robust content for internal and external web 
    applications
• Responsible for reporting on digital trends and styles that will elevate the brand’s digital presence
• Working with marketing segment managers, maintains and implements content on all social channels including Facebook, 
    Instagram, YouTube, and Tumblr


Sr. Multimedia Designer

WEB
• Work with outside contractors, inside marketing and sales to schedule, develop and maintain relevant marketing materials      
    for US/International/Online Dealers’ sites.
    -       product animations (photograph, design and animate product animations for the homepage, sunglass, snow goggle 
            and mx goggle sections)
    -       featured product viral sites (design, photograph and animate viral features for one product in each section (sun/
            snow/mx) per month)
    -       web banners (design and animate for marketing to distribute)
    -       online contests/promotions (designs, animations, email blasts and contest page graphics)
    -       email blasts (design, build and send)
• Collaborate with TMs to maintain a constant online media presence of all athletes’ coverage, including a relevant and up 
    to date athlete section (new site).
• Work with developers to ensure all content is properly placed according to schedule (new site).
 
PHOTOGRAPHY
• Product Photography (shoot new products for use on web and catalogs)
• Athlete Photography (collaborate with the Art Director to stage and shoot athletes when they visit Spy)
• Event Photography (photograph Spy events (tradeshows, parties etc…))

VIDEO
• Viral Product Video (create 30-second product commercials for select product styles for use on the web and TV, ultimately create a video of Spy product/athletes for promotional in-store and TV use.)
• Work with Outside contractors and Team Managers to integrate video items into the website via animations etc.

*During this time the job and responsibilities changed and elevated greatly although none of these new responsibilities were documented until the previous description above.

Multimedia Designer

Graphic Designer

Chris Cleary is a Photographer/ Videographer at Chris G Cleary, Llc in carlsbad, CA.

Chris Cleary

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Ringling School of Art and Design