Zak Whitford
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Sound Department
- Cinematographer
Video and film communicates stories and information, entertains us, and captures time and memories. My enthusiasm for being behind the camera began early in my life, capturing photos of the beautiful scenic landscapes of the Fergus-Elora community. I started my photography business selling my photos to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society in 2009. I then moved into shooting business product photography, extreme sports, events, and real estate properties. As a professional photographer I worked for my town's tourist department and shooting story photos for the town's newspaper. Besides the newspaper, my work has also been published online, on television, and in magazines.
In 2011 my career took a turn sideways when I found my passion for video production. While completing my Broadcast Television program at Conestoga College, I was selected to work for the college's Media department to produce professional quality video productions for the college and their clients. Outside of school I had the opportunity to shot and produced my first full-length feature documentary which was viewed by my community in the Elora Movie Theatre in October 2012.
I started my video production business before graduating with honors in 2013. Since then I've been working freelance all over Ontario, learning from great people, gaining experience and expanding my skills in all aspects of production. I've become known for my extraordinary work ethic and commitment to the highest quality work. Working in studio and out in the field, I thrive in high-paced working environments working within tight schedules. I enjoy working with different crews and supporting my team members. I've learned that the ability to do great story telling and to convey emotion in film comes from great technical aspects including lighting, camera composition, and audio. I am always striving to bring the best story to screen using all my technical and creative skills.
My work takes me all across Ontario and I've had the pleasure of meeting and filming many interesting people including Canadian gold medalists, the Hamilton Tiger Cats football team and the Premier of Ontario. I also believe some of the best stories come from people that are not well known as they share their personal and touching stories. Capturing these stories on film allows me to capture time and life itself and share this important information and stories with the world. I can't imagine a more rewarding job.
In 2011 my career took a turn sideways when I found my passion for video production. While completing my Broadcast Television program at Conestoga College, I was selected to work for the college's Media department to produce professional quality video productions for the college and their clients. Outside of school I had the opportunity to shot and produced my first full-length feature documentary which was viewed by my community in the Elora Movie Theatre in October 2012.
I started my video production business before graduating with honors in 2013. Since then I've been working freelance all over Ontario, learning from great people, gaining experience and expanding my skills in all aspects of production. I've become known for my extraordinary work ethic and commitment to the highest quality work. Working in studio and out in the field, I thrive in high-paced working environments working within tight schedules. I enjoy working with different crews and supporting my team members. I've learned that the ability to do great story telling and to convey emotion in film comes from great technical aspects including lighting, camera composition, and audio. I am always striving to bring the best story to screen using all my technical and creative skills.
My work takes me all across Ontario and I've had the pleasure of meeting and filming many interesting people including Canadian gold medalists, the Hamilton Tiger Cats football team and the Premier of Ontario. I also believe some of the best stories come from people that are not well known as they share their personal and touching stories. Capturing these stories on film allows me to capture time and life itself and share this important information and stories with the world. I can't imagine a more rewarding job.