Conor Olstad

Conor Olstad

Independent Contractor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Video Production & Photography

  • Education

    • Bethel University

      2012 - 2013
      Communication and Media Studies
    • Taylor University

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor’s Degree Cinematography and Film/Video Production
  • Experience

    • Personal Business

      Feb 2010 - Aug 2014
      Independent Contractor

      There is no substitute for hard work. As an independent contractor, I lead teams of workers and completed projects on-time and under-budget. If I didn't know how to complete a task, I found the best person for the job. Personally interacting with each client and making sure all their desires were met.Tasks included:LandscapingHydro-seedingWaste removalConstructionPainting

    • Olstad Media LLC

      May 2011 - now
      Owner

      There is a difference between someone who tells a story and someone who understands it. At Olstad Media, we are passionate about your story and strive to share that passion in a creative way. Taking a video project from concept to a finished product; Olstad Media specializes in moving videography. A tripod rarely finds its way on set. Glidecam, Steadicam, Sliders, Drones, Osmo, Ronin, and much more make up the tools of our trade.

    • Woodlake Bible Camp

      Jul 2012 - Aug 2014
      Counselor

      As a counselor, I was in charge of overseeing a cabin of (12-14) boys. I established relationships and helped them with any struggles they encountered while at camp.

    • Taylor University

      Feb 2014 - May 2015
      Video Engineering Assistant

      In charge of fixing video and audio equipment and assisting students with technical problems.

    • WFYI

      Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
      Production Intern

      Shoot footage on location for various events around the Indianapolis area. Events included a presidential address, Comic Con, Indiana Motorcycle Expo, and educational discussions. I also edited many different projects for clients of WFYI.

    • EverFire Group

      Oct 2015 - Nov 2016
      Producer

      EverFire Group is full service content, marketing and production company that specializes in igniting passion through innovative products and superior production values within enthusiast markets.We understand enthusiasts. What excites them. What motivates them. Our videos have driven millions in sales for top brands because they deliver best-in-class production values with messages that impact core consumers. Our production capabilities include brand development, scripting, field and post production, animation and motion graphics.Our client list includes top brands in the markets we service. We deliver results! Show less

    • Midwest Flyways

      Feb 2016 - Nov 2022
      Co-Founder/Owner

      At Midwest Flyways we recognize that the traditions of the outdoors are greater than ourselves and we hope to share those traditions with the next generations. We focus on media and education surrounding waterfowl hunting.My responsibilities at Midwest Flyways include:- Cinematography, Editing, and Storytelling through visual media- Web Development- Marketing- PhotographyWe release at least one article and video per week that focus on waterfowl hunting. Check us out! Show less

    • Apple

      Jun 2017 - Nov 2021
      Technical Expert
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Remote Pilot License

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Conor Olstad
      2nd Place - Music Video Category Indiana Association of School Broadcasters Mar 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf1m7NxG2u8Behind the Scenes: https://youtu.be/6PK1l39D8EYFilmed on a RED Dragon with a Steadicam® Shadow. This features three students from Taylor University singing their cover of the song "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen.
    • Awarded to Conor Olstad
      Best Picture Envision Film Festival Feb 2016 https://youtu.be/ppE_hE4JO08Two brothers struggle to maintain their volatile relationship in the wake of their foster parent's recent death.This is a short film that I made my Senior Year at Taylor University with a small production team that consisted of:Alex Cook: DirectorJonathan Eshleman: ProducerErin Fuhr: ProducerMike Metzler: EditorMyself: Cinematographer