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Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

Broadcast Videographer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Film and podcast producer, aspiring real estate agent.

  • Education

    • Musicians Institute

      2014 - 2015
      Guitar performance Guitar

    • REDucation

      2014 - 2014
      RED Camera systems

      Official RED Camera course.Led by a team of RED professionals, students shoot and review 4K+ footage on the big screen each day.REDUCATION'S CORE COURSE COVERS: Introduction to the DSMC2 System: Experience the modular capabilities of the RED DSMC2 system with various monitoring, lens, and mounting options Menu Structure: A complete overview of the camera menus and options Exposure Dynamics: Shooting RED in low light, high contrast, and daylight exterior… Show more Official RED Camera course.Led by a team of RED professionals, students shoot and review 4K+ footage on the big screen each day.REDUCATION'S CORE COURSE COVERS: Introduction to the DSMC2 System: Experience the modular capabilities of the RED DSMC2 system with various monitoring, lens, and mounting options Menu Structure: A complete overview of the camera menus and options Exposure Dynamics: Shooting RED in low light, high contrast, and daylight exterior Shooting Exercises: Learn best practices whether shooting motion, stills, or in HDRx Science of RED: IPP2, Bayer pattern, resolution, codec choices, wavelets, and color science R3D Workflow: Post house and DIT overview, archival, editing and grading options Daily Screenings: Showcase of 4K footage from students and RED archives Data Dynamics: Learn about R3D file management, archiving, data rates, and hardware options Color Grading: Demonstrations from industry leaders regarding 4K professional color grading Show less

    • UCLA

      2010 - 2011
      Film

    • Defense Information School

      2018 - 2018
      Army Public Affairs Advanced Leadership Course

    • The University of New Mexico

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor's degree Film and Video

      Activities and Societies: Minor in Naval Science (NROTC)

    • Austin Community College

      2025 - 2025
      Certificate Real Estate

    • New York Film Academy

      2011 - 2013
      Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Producing for Film and Television

  • Experience

    • United States Marine Corps

      Aug 1998 - Aug 2011
      Broadcast Videographer

      Writer, Producer, Editor of short news pieces for the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in 29 Palms, Ca.

    • Rogue Taurus Productions LLC

      Oct 2008 - Apr 2021
      Producer

      Owner of Rogue Taurus Productions LLC. Producer of short films, music videos, commercials, photography and videography. I am a screenwriter, producer, director, cinematographer, and editor.

    • Albuquerque Film Festival

      May 2011 - Aug 2012
      Director of Operations

      Oversight of all aspects of the Albuquerque Film Festival; executive officer to the festival director, supervisor to all events and logistics, locations, personnel, and administrative functions.

    • Rabid Love LLC

      Oct 2011 - May 2013
      Producer/Director

      Writer/producer/director of the independent feature film 'Rabid Love', which received global distribution and is currently available via all digital streaming platforms.

    • Indy Entertainment LLC

      Oct 2012 - Jun 2013
      Production Manager

      Assist the producer in all aspects of feature film production. Oversee all departments concerning equipment and personnel needs, locations and permitting, catering, base camp operations, vendor accounts, etc... Directly supervised the Production Coordinator, 2nd Assistant Director, Craft Services, and all Production Assistants.

    • TWO FILM LLC

      Oct 2013 - Jan 2014
      Line Producer

      Line Producer overseeing all budgeting and scheduling for the independent feature film 'The White Orchid'. Responsible for all vendor accounts/relationships, on set accounting and payroll, SAG signatory process, overseeing all crew in their functions, ensuring all lodging, catering, transportation, and other logistical and administrative needs are fulfilled for the cast and crew.

    • Musicians Institute

      Jan 2014 - Apr 2014
      Guitar Student

      Living the dream!

    • Madison McQueen

      Jul 2014 - Feb 2016
      Coordinating Producer

      Coordinate all aspects of film/video production projects to include cast and crew, locations and permitting, equipment rentals, and all other logistics. Coordinate, produce, and edit various daily podcasts with hosts around the world for the Ricochet Network.

    • Air National Guard

      Jul 2014 - Mar 2017
      Broadcast Videographer/Public Affairs

    • Walter Reed Bethesda/Navy Bureau of Medicine

      Nov 2016 - Jul 2018
      Producer/Director

    • Producers Guild of America

      Nov 2016 - now
      Producer

      Member

    • Maryland Army National Guard

      Mar 2017 - May 2021
      Public Affairs Broadcast Journalist

    • National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

      Jul 2018 - Feb 2019
      Senior Videographer

    • DarkStar Intelligence, LLC

      Feb 2019 - Jul 2020
      Senior Multimedia Specialist

    • U.S. Customs and Border Protection

      Jul 2020 - Oct 2023
      Audiovisual Production Specialist

    • Big Square Media

      Apr 2021 - Dec 2024
      Proprietor

    • Kansas Army National Guard

      May 2021 - Sept 2022
      Electrician

    • Army Futures Command

      Dec 2024 - now
      Podcast Producer and Host

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • REDucation official RED Digital Cinema course

      RED Camera
      View certificate certificate

    • FAA License part 107

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Apr 2021

    • Producer's Guild of America

      Producers Guild of America
      View certificate certificate

    • Real Estate Broker/Sales Agent

      National Association of REALTORS®
      Jul 2025

    • Illustrator 2020 Essential Training

      LinkedIn
      Aug 2020
      View certificate certificate

    • Security Clearance

      United States Department of War
      Jan 2003

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA
      Army Commendation Medal Department of the Army Feb 2004 For exceptionally meritorious achievement while supporting Task Force Gator with coalition resupply operations from 28 Aug 03 to 10 Sep 03. Sgt Porter consistently displayed extraordinary drive fro mission success while driving over 2600 accident free miles through hostile territory. Sgt Porter displayed superior leadership while conducting operations which enabled the successful relief in place of the First Marine Expeditionary Force. Sgt Porter's superior skills and dedication to duty are… Show more For exceptionally meritorious achievement while supporting Task Force Gator with coalition resupply operations from 28 Aug 03 to 10 Sep 03. Sgt Porter consistently displayed extraordinary drive fro mission success while driving over 2600 accident free miles through hostile territory. Sgt Porter displayed superior leadership while conducting operations which enabled the successful relief in place of the First Marine Expeditionary Force. Sgt Porter's superior skills and dedication to duty are in the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, and the United States Marine Corps. Show less
    • Awarded to Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA
      2019 Intel Community Media Excellence Award for Video Production -
    • Awarded to Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA
      Army Engineer Association Sapper Spirit Award (top of class) 2020 US Army

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Public Affairs Officer

      Issued by Texas State Guard on Oct 2025
      Texas State GuardAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Volunteer Photographer

      Issued by Gary Sinise Foundation on Jan 2018
      Gary Sinise FoundationAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Videographer

      Issued by GI Film Festival on May 2018
      GI Film FestivalAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Theater Department photographer/videographer volunteer

      Issued by Howard Community College on Aug 2017
      Howard Community CollegeAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Media Coordinator/Videographer

      Issued by ANNAPOLIS FILM FESTIVAL INC on Mar 2017
      ANNAPOLIS FILM FESTIVAL INCAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Director of Operations

      Issued by Film for Change on May 2010
      Film for ChangeAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA

    • Script Judge

      Issued by Duke City Shootout on Feb 2010
      Duke City ShootoutAssociated with Paul J. Porter, MFA, PGA