Steve MacHnik

Background

About Steve MacHnik

As a cinematographer and videographer with over 13 years of experience, I have a passion for capturing compelling stories through film and video. I have directed and interviewed corporate executives for interviews, case studies, and promotional content, collaborating with art directors and marketing directors to ensure brand alignment. I'm skilled in all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production work, including meeting with clients, storyboarding, planning and coordinating gear and locations, filming, backing up footage, editing, color grading, sound mixing, and delivering the final product. In addition to my work with Maple Tree Films, I have been a live event videographer for the Toronto International Film Festival, operating and capturing red carpet entrances, director intros, Q&A sessions with cast and crew, and b-roll event coverage. I have also worked as a videographer at Duo Creative Communications, sourcing and managing talent, locations, travel, and equipment, and working with the director to produce original video content for various Japanese television shows. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Motion Pictures and Television from the Academy of Art University and am an Apple Certified Pro in Final Cut Pro X and a certified drone pilot.