Eric Gauder

Showreel

Featured roles

  • Jan 2019-Present │Northwest United Methodist Church

    • Direct, film, and edit special event video productions for live and online attendees.

    • Manage multi-camera broadcast operations, operating BlackMagic ATEM switchers and audio mixing boards to ensure seamless livestream and recorded playback.

    • Collaborate with pastors, musicians, and production staff to storyboard and deliver visually compelling segments that communicate key messages and maintain viewer engagement.

    • Troubleshoot live-streaming and encoding issues in real time, maintaining production continuity under tight deadlines.

    • Train and mentor a five-member media team and additional volunteers on camera operations, editing workflows, and best practices.

  • Oct 2015-Present │Eric Gauder Video

    • Plan, shoot, and edit professional video projects including commercials, weddings, and corporate events – often managing all stages from concept to delivery.

    • Edit video content using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, performing color grading, sound design, transitions, and motion graphics to create polished final products.

    • Operate Canon, GoPro, Panasonic, JVC, and BlackMagic cameras in dynamic, multi-camera environments; manage lighting and framing for visual consistency.

    • Collaborate with clients to define vision, tone, and style—balancing creative storytelling with technical precision and project goals.

    • Maintain organized project timelines and backups to ensure content delivery within strict deadlines.

  • American Bigfoot (90 min) ￨ Aug 2016 - Oct 2016

    • Partnered closely with the Director and Producer to manage all stages of production, including scheduling, scene blocking, and daily shoot coordination.

    • Oversaw post-production editing in Adobe Premiere, ensuring continuity, narrative flow, and pacing that matched the film’s intended tone.

  • When Night Comes (85 min)￨ Oct 2013 - May 2014

    • Led visual direction and camera operation, managing lighting, framing, and shot composition to achieve the director’s desired cinematic aesthetic.

    • Assisted with set preparation, technical troubleshooting, and equipment setup for smooth operations.

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  Projects and live events

    • Roles: director, videographer, editor

    • Featured in industry tradeshows attended by CAMS

    • Roles: Assistant Director / Lead Editor

    • Partnered closely with the Director and Producer to manage all stages of production, including scheduling, scene blocking, and daily shoot coordination.

    • Oversaw post-production editing in Adobe Premiere, ensuring continuity, narrative flow, and pacing that matched the film’s intended tone.

    • Roles: Producer, Videographer, Editor

    • Roles: Producer, Videographer, Editor

    • Roles: Director / Camera Operator

    • Directed and operated cameras for live festival performances, coordinating camera crews across multiple stages.

    • Collaborated with audio engineers, stage managers, and production staff to deliver cohesive, visually dynamic live video for in-person and broadcast audiences.

    • Oversaw shot composition, camera movement, and timing to maintain high visual quality in fast-paced performance environments.

    • Assisted in coordinating multi-day filming schedules & archiving footage for future promotional use.

    • Roles: Director of Photography / Film Crew

    • Led visual direction and camera operation, managing lighting, framing, and shot composition to achieve the director’s desired cinematic aesthetic.

    • Assisted with set preparation, technical troubleshooting, and equipment setup for smooth operations.

    • Role: Camera Operator

    • Operated cameras for live concert and performance events, ensuring accurate framing, focus, and smooth transitions during multi-camera broadcasts.

    • Worked closely with the director, stage crew, and lighting team to capture dynamic, audience-engaging visuals.

    • Supported technical setup and teardown, maintaining equipment readiness and reliability throughout multiple productions.

    • Roles: Co-Director / Videographer / Editor / Playback Op.

    • Co-directed and managed playback for the annual live fundraiser broadcast, which generated nearly $40,000 in donations each year through on-air engagement and community participation.

    • Coordinated live switching, playback, and timing cues for performers, hosts, and production staff.

    • Collaborated with the event director and technical crew to ensure seamless live transmission and audience experience.

    • Filmed, edited, and integrated pre-recorded segments with live coverage to deliver a seamless, high-quality viewer experience.

    • Role: Production Assistant

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