Commercial Video & Photography
Video and photo content for Charlotte businesses, brands, churches, nonprofits, and marketing agencies.
One operator, full kit, everything from the shoot to the final edit handled in-house.
On-camera interviews and talking-head video, brand films, social reels, recruitment and testimony pieces, founder and team stories, product and food photography, event coverage, and aerial footage. Whether you’re a business that needs content, an organization with a story to tell, or an agency that needs a reliable production partner on call, you get professional results without the overhead of a large studio.
Talking-head & interview specialist · Gear, lighting, audio, drone & editing included · FAA Part 107 certified · Self-contained, one-person crew · Charlotte-based, fast turnaround
Featured Work
A recruitment video produced for Covenant Presbyterian’s Quest mentorship program. Real members, on camera, telling the story of why the program matters.
Who I Work With
Churches & nonprofits. Recruitment, testimony, ministry, and impact-storytelling video. I get real people—members, volunteers, leaders, and clients—comfortable on camera and draw out the authentic story that moves donors, volunteers, and congregations to act.
Businesses & brands. Professional services, restaurants, breweries, fitness studios, med spas, retail, and service businesses that need a steady stream of video and photo content for social media, websites, and ad campaigns.
Marketing & PR agencies. I work as a white-label production partner for agencies that need an extra crew without adding headcount. You manage the client and the strategy; I show up, shoot, and deliver edited assets on your timeline. Day rates and per-project pricing make it easy to scope into a client budget.
What I Shoot
A single shoot can produce a full batch of content. Most projects mix several of these.
- Interviews & talking-head video. Founder, team, leader, and testimony content with proper lighting, clean audio, and a teleprompter when needed. This is my specialty.
- Recruitment & impact stories. Mission-driven storytelling for churches and nonprofits: recruitment, testimony, donor, and program features.
- Social reels & short-form video. Vertical content built for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. The format most businesses need most often.
- Brand films & promo video. Longer-form storytelling for your homepage, sales process, or campaign launch.
- Product & food photography. Clean, styled stills for menus, e-commerce, and social.
- Event coverage. Openings, launches, services, and live events captured as highlight reels and photo sets.
- Aerial drone footage. FAA Part 107 certified aerial video and stills, included in the rate where airspace allows.
Pricing
Book by the hour for focused shoots, or by the half or full day for larger productions and content batches. Every rate includes my full camera, lighting, audio, and drone kit plus editing.
Most local quotes bill gear and post-production as separate line items, so a single all-in rate usually comes in lower than it first appears.
Most local quotes bill gear and post-production as separate line items, so a single all-in rate usually comes in lower than it first appears.
Video
| Service | Rate | Details |
| Hourly | $200/hr | 1 hr minimum. Up to 2 min finished video per hr booked. |
| Half-Day (up to 4 hrs) | $750 | Best for a single location or focused content shoot. |
| Full Day (up to 8 hrs) | $1,400 | Multiple setups, locations, or a full batch of content. Saves vs. hourly. |
Photography
| Service | Rate | Details |
| Hourly | $175/hr | 1 hr minimum. Edited photos included. |
| Half-Day (up to 4 hrs) | $650 | Brand, product, or location photography. |
| Full Day (up to 8 hrs) | $1,100 | Larger shoots or full content days. Saves vs. hourly. |
Headshots
| Service | Rate | Details |
| Headshots (individual) | $200 | 15 to 20 min session, 3 to 5 retouched images. |
| Headshots (team, per person) | $125 | Groups of 3+. Same setup, multiple subjects. |
★ Most common Charlotte listing size.
NC sales tax (7.25% in Mecklenburg County) applies to all services. Rates may vary by county.
Agency, recurring, and multi-shoot work can be quoted per project. Contact me for a custom quote on larger or ongoing engagements.
Add-Ons
| Add-On Service | Price |
| Social Media Reel (30 to 60 sec) | $100 |
| Aerial Video Reel (30 to 60 sec) | $115 |
| Standalone Aerial Shoot (photos only) | $150 |
| Extended Edit (additional finished minute) | $85 |
| Additional 5 Edited Photos | $30 |
| Rush Delivery (same day) | $100 |
Aerial services require FAA LAANC authorization where applicable. Flights in restricted airspace zones may not be available at all locations.
Why Work With Me
- I make people comfortable on camera. Most of my subjects aren’t actors — they’re owners, leaders, and everyday people. My job is to draw out a genuine, confident story an audience believes.
- Self-contained and professional. I shoot with full-frame Canon mirrorless bodies, a lens kit from 16mm to 200mm, a DJI Air 3S drone, and a full lighting, audio, and teleprompter rig, so most jobs need no additional crew.
- Everything included in one rate. Camera, lighting, audio, drone, and editing are all part of the price, where most local quotes bill gear and post separately.
- FAA Part 107 certified. Legal commercial drone operation with LAANC authorization for controlled airspace, which covers most of the Charlotte metro.
- A reliable partner for agencies. White-label friendly, deadline-driven, and easy to scope into a client budget with clear day and project rates.
- One person, start to finish. I handle the shoot, the edit, and the delivery, so quality and communication stay consistent.
Equipment
A professional kit that covers most commercial shoots without renting or sourcing additional crew.
- Cameras. Canon R6 Mark II full-frame mirrorless (4K up to 60fps) with a Canon R8 full-frame second body for multi-camera interviews and backup.
- Lenses. A full range from 16mm wide to 200mm telephoto, including a fast prime for low light and interviews.
- Drone. DJI Air 3S, 4K, FAA Part 107 certified for commercial operation.
- Lighting. 300W daylight and bi-color LED key lights plus RGB COB panels, softbox, and stands for controlled, professional looks.
- Audio. RØDE Wireless PRO dual-channel lavalier system with 32-bit float recording, plus shotgun mic and field recorder for clean interview sound.
- Support. Gimbal stabilizer, fluid-head tripods, and a 12-inch teleprompter for scripted on-camera work.
How It Works
- Reach out. Tell me about the project: what you’re shooting, where, roughly how much content you need, and your timeline. Agencies can loop me in directly on client scope.
- Scope & quote. I’ll recommend hourly, half-day, or full-day based on what you need and send a clear quote within 24 hours.
- Shoot. I arrive with the full kit, ready to work. Most shoots are handled solo, with no additional crew to coordinate or pay for.
- Edit & deliver. Color-corrected, finished video and edited photos delivered via Google Drive, formatted for the platforms you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do you work with churches and nonprofits?
- Yes. It’s some of my favorite work. I produce recruitment, testimony, ministry, and impact-storytelling video, and I’m comfortable getting non-actors relaxed and authentic on camera. Project-based pricing makes it easy to fit a ministry or grant budget.
- Do you work with marketing agencies?
- Yes. I work as a white-label production partner for agencies that need an extra crew without adding headcount. You manage the client; I handle the shoot and the edit on your timeline. Day rates and per-project pricing make it easy to build into a client budget.
- Is editing included in the rate?
- Yes. Every commercial rate includes editing, color correction, and finished delivery. Most local quotes bill gear and post-production separately, so an all-in rate usually comes in lower than it first looks.
- How much finished video do I get per hour?
- As a rule of thumb, up to about 2 minutes of finished, edited video per hour booked. Complex edits with motion graphics or heavy color work may take longer, and I’ll flag that when we scope the project.
- Do you travel outside Charlotte?
- Travel within 25 miles of Charlotte is free. For projects beyond that, I’ll include travel in the quote up front.
- Can you shoot aerial footage for commercial projects?
- Yes. I’m FAA Part 107 certified with LAANC authorization for controlled airspace, which covers most of the Charlotte metro. Some locations near the airport or in restricted zones may require a manual waiver with added lead time, and I’ll flag that when you book.
- What’s your turnaround time?
- It depends on scope, but most commercial projects are delivered within a week. Rush delivery is available for $100 when you need it sooner.
- Do you offer ongoing or retainer work?
- Yes. For businesses, churches, or agencies that need a steady stream of content, recurring and multi-shoot work can be quoted per project at a better rate than one-off bookings. Get in touch to talk through what you need.
- What’s your cancellation policy?
- Cancellations within 24 hours of a scheduled shoot incur a $50 fee. Reschedules are free with at least 24 hours’ notice.
Ready to Start a Project?
Tell me what you’re working on and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours with a quote.
NC sales tax (7.25% in Mecklenburg County) applies to all services.