Steve Martínez-Castañeda :
Visual Storyteller
When I was around 6 years old, I watched Batman Begins with my dad on a Toshiba DVD/VCR player (remember those?). As most Batman movies tend to be, it was pretty awesome.
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​But then my dad showed me the "Behind the Scenes" menu in the special features. This is where I learned that the actors who played Batman's parents were not indeed martyrs who gave their lives for the greater good of the film.
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It's also when I became enamored and astonished with the world of filmmaking. Fast-forward almost two decades later, I've had the opportunity to direct, produce, shoot, and edit various projects, including short films, family events, sports content, BTS, and web series.
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I think the most important lesson I've learned during this time is that everybody has a story to tell, including you. Especially you! It'd be my pleasure to tell your story following my three Cs:
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Craft - I have 5 years of professional experience honing my filmmaking craft with the intent of improving each day. I am confident in my abilities to deliver a high-quality product for you, whether you only require my shooting services, editing, or both. I shoot primarily on the potent Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras and edit on the versatile DaVinci Resolve.
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Care - I wholeheartedly believe that if you are going to do something, you have to give it your all. I am very particular about the projects I take on because I want to ensure I'm 100% committed and passionate about the story. Personally, I believe that's the only way we'll have a final product that truly kicks ass and truthfully, I believe that's the only way to do things. I only ask that you feel the same way about the story that you want to tell.
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​Cost - Living in an expensive Los Angeles market, I know firsthand the high costs associated with getting even your basic needs. That's why I believe in charging a reasonable price and always finding the most cost-effective solutions, as I've made a career of getting the most out of very little. I am incredibly flexible and always willing to negotiate!
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I am available to work throughout the greater Los Angeles and Southern California area. Likewise, I am always willing (within reason) to let the story guide me in my travels and next, great adventure!
