Hello World! I’m a 1st AC / Focus Puller based in Oakland, CA. This is my resume, gear list, as well as set photos from recent projects. I enjoy figuring out the technical challenges for creative setups, managing multicam shoots, working with film, and dialing in Steadicam and Gimbal builds. I can also connect you to local Bay Area crew and rental houses!

A bit about me: I was born on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, but grew up in the SF Bay Area. I’m part indigenous Chamorro Islander, Chinese, Indian, and Spanish. My career started in Broadcast TV and Sports as an editor and camera operator. I switched to Film Production, where I worked my way up from Loader to career union 1st AC.

Matt Emmanuel