Career Snapshot In Six Questions

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Live Event Photography

Question 1: What cameras are you most familiar/comfortable working with?

I have used a range of professional equipment, including the URSA Mini 12K Pro, Sony A7C, Sony A7S III, and Sony A7 IV. For product photography, I used the Sony A7R III, a 42-megapixel camera that also served as a B-cam for multi-camera video projects. The lenses I worked with include the Sigma 24-70mm, Sony 16mm, Tamron 70-180mm, Zeiss 50mm, Sony 90mm, and Sony 24-70mm GM.

Question 2: What video editing software are you adept at?

I’m a seasoned Adobe Creative Cloud user with over five years of hands-on experience in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator. My workflow is deeply rooted in the Adobe ecosystem, where I handle everything from editing and color work in Premiere Pro to compositing, animation, and visual enhancements in After Effects.

I continually push my craft forward through self-taught study and professional-level coursework, including School of Motion, where I’m expanding my expertise in motion design and vector animation. My process often begins in Illustrator or Photoshop—designing assets that seamlessly transition into After Effects for advanced motion graphics.

Question 3: What photo editing software are you adept at?

As a photographer, I use Adobe Lightroom to organize my photo library and for non-destructive editing. For more complex tasks, I turn to Adobe Photoshop. I also have experience using Capture One.

Question 4: Can you share an example of the work you are most proud of in which you were the videographer/cinematographer?

I am incredibly proud of the MyBeer project I produced in Eastern Europe. Despite being a fantastic experience, it was also challenging due to the language barriers I had to overcome. I worked with a translator while directing talent and had to make the most of the limited equipment available. As a result, creative solutions were a must. Once the project was complete, it opened up new opportunities for me as a freelancer in Europe. Thanks to the project, I was able to develop a professional network abroad. Overall, it was an intense yet unique experience.

Written, Directed, Filmed, and Edited: Roger Rojas

Graphics / Logo: Provided by Client

Question 5: Can you share an example of the work you are most proud of in which you were the photographer?

In my in-house position at Audio Advisor, I created numerous high-quality product photos for digital and print use. While the images used for the front cover of the company's monthly physical catalog were often provided by the companies that sold the product being showcased, the audio rack shown in the photo was owned by Audio Advisor itself. The company had recently released a new color finish and wanted high-quality images for the cover. It was a great feeling to know that this catalog was being sent out to thousands of homes across the United States with my photo on the cover.

Photography & Post-Processing: Roger Rojas

Catalog Cover Design: Creative Director

Question 6: Can you share an example image which showcases your ability to light a scene/shot?

Photo Examples:

Video Example One: I started with the hero shot while incorporating graphics to differentiate the three models. I also used a light with a grid to give the background some depth with a bit of a spotlight effect. After that, I went in for some close-up work to showcase the stands and inform the viewer of the options available.

Written, Filmed, and Edited: Roger Rojas

Call Out Graphics: Template (Envato Elements)

Main Equipment Used & Diagram:

* Sony A7SIII

* Zeiss 50mm + Sony 90mm

* Aputure 300D + 32” Softbox

* Aputure 300D + 27” Softbox

* Aputure 300D + Reflector + 30 Degree Grid

Video Example Two: For Audio Advisors website's Learning Center page, I produced a “How To” build video of the company's most popular bookshelf speaker stand. The goal was to make it quick, concise, and dynamic. It was a two-camera production with a single lighting setup.

Written, Filmed, and Edited: Roger Rojas

Company Intro Graphic: Video Team member

Main Equipment Used & Diagram:

* Sony A7SIII

* Sony A7RIII

* Zeiss 50mm & Sony 90mm

* Aputure 300D + 48” Softbox

* Aputure 300D + 27” Softbox

* Two Aputure MC Lights

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