Introduce Yourself : Photographer by Jerry Maestas

Jerry Maestas

Assistant Director, Camera Operator, Casting Director, Cinematographer, Crew, Director, Director of Photography, Location Manager, Location Scout, Manager, Photographer (Still), Producer, Production Manager, Special Effects Technician, Steadicam Operator, Stunt Performer, Visual Effects Artist, Visual Effects Supervisor

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2 years ago

Photographer

I am both a cinematographer and still photographer. I have been attempting to break into the New Mexico industry since I left Los Angeles 4 years ago and have not been able to meet anyone in New Mexico to break into the local film industry.

William Plummer

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- Maurice Vaughan
- Shellie Schmals
2 years ago

I do not know cameras enough to say I am a Cinematographer. I'd like to shoot a western reel and some short films in Agua Dulce, Cali and could use a person with the photography skills on a weekend some day. What you say? Think you could help me with this like Black Gunslinger film.

Matthew Parvin

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Welcome Jerry! Nice to meet you. Glad you're here.

Shellie Schmals

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Hi Jerry - have you reached out to the New Mexico Film Office in Santa Fe?

https://nmfilm.com/

I found that they have a great page for resources and job listings >>

https://nmfilm.com/jobs-training/careers-in-film/crew-calls

They should also have some referrals for you to network in your city.

You can also browse Stage 32 members here and find people based on location and profession >> https://www.stage32.com/people

Jerry Maestas

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

I have been a member of the Santa Fe film office for 4 years and have not been called for any projects as I apply for the several openings that I apply for.

Jerry Maestas

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Hello William Plummer. I would like to find out what your project schedule is like. To be able to help out in whatever your needs may be. Do you have the camera's as I just have 2 small digital camcorders, I do have digital still cameras with various lens if that may help you?

Jerry Maestas

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Hello Mathew Pavin. I am pleased to meet you also

Jerry Maestas

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Sorry Mathew Parvin

Jerry Maestas

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

If only I was not in a rush to spell Matthew Parvin

Maurice Vaughan

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- Marcos Fizzotti
2 years ago

Hi, Jerry Maestas. I've seen you on Stage 32, but I think this is the first time we've spoken. How are you?

William Plummer

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- Maurice Vaughan
2 years ago

Jerry I think the type of cameras doesn't matter, I have cameras and good lens for 1080p films full frame Canon 5D with RF 50mm lens and Sigma lens, but you have the photography experience. Just stay in touch on this page.