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Stephen Maples

@livin_life_as_stephen

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About Me

My journey into video production started with a spark at just seven years old—camera in hand and a fascination with storytelling already taking root. By the time I was 15, I was freelancing for PBS, and at 16, I became a junior editor for a nationally broadcast PBS series. That early passion never faded—it sharpened. Now, I provide professional videography and editing services for churches, small businesses, political campaigns, and corporate clients across White County and the Upper Cumberland. Whether capturing a heartfelt story, producing a campaign video, or building a commercial spot, I approach each project with the same curiosity and care that drew me into this world in the first place.

But more than any title or milestone, I’m most grateful for what the Lord has done in my life. Every opportunity, every connection, and every story I help tell is a reflection of His faithfulness. I don’t just aim to create videos—I aim to create meaningful impact. Through every frame, I seek to serve people well and honor the God who’s made it all possible.

EXPERIENCE

2024 - PRESENT

Regional Production

Life Church, Cookeville, TN

At Life Church, I serve on the Regional Production Team, helping tell the story of what God is doing across our campuses. I plan, produce, and edit video content for services, announcements, and special initiatives—coordinating hosts, capturing B-roll, and creating story-driven media that supports vision, communication, and ministry impact.

2021 - PRESENT

Freelance (Directing, Producing, Editing, Camera Op)

Larsen & Toubro

In my freelance work, I’ve directed, produced, edited, and operated cameras on projects ranging from corporate and small business content to church and event productions. I manage creative vision from concept to delivery, lead on-set execution, and craft polished final edits—ensuring each project is intentional, professional, and visually compelling.

2020 - 2024

Contracted Freelancer

WCTE - PBS, Cookeville, TN

As a contracted freelancer with WCTE PBS, I worked in editing and camera operations on broadcast productions, including serving as Junior Editor and Camera Operator for the Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree, as well as a camera operator on the documentary Songwriting with Soldiers. I supported multi-camera shoots, post-production workflows, and broadcast-ready deliverables within professional television production environments.

2023

Videographer & Producer

Hometown Digital Marketing Agency, Cookeville, TN

At Hometown Digital Marketing Agency, I worked in video production and digital content creation, supporting marketing campaigns for local businesses. I handled filming, editing, and visual storytelling for promotional videos and social content—collaborating with marketing teams to create engaging, brand-focused media designed to drive audience connection and growth.

2021 - 2025

Director - Producer - Storyteller

Keep It Reel Productions

At Keep It Reel Productions, I worked across multiple roles in video production, including camera operation, editing, and on-set support for commercial, event, and creative projects. My work contributed to award-recognized productions, including Best Musical (2021) for Keep On Going Bro and Most Memorable Moments (2022) for Movie Night, with a Best Makeup FX nomination (2024) for The Crispening.

Education

2023 - 2025

Associates in Film & Video (Concentration in Directing)

Full Sail University, Online

I earned an Associate of Science in Film & Video with a concentration in Directing from Full Sail University, where I developed a strong foundation in cinematic storytelling, on-set leadership, camera operations, and post-production workflows—gaining hands-on experience guiding projects from concept through execution in fast-paced, collaborative production environments.

2021 - 2023

Broadcast Camera Op & Editor Internship

WCTE - PBS, Cookeville, TN

During my internship at WCTE-PBS, I gained hands-on experience in broadcast television production, working in both camera operations and post-production. I supported studio and field productions, assisted with multi-camera setups, and contributed to editing workflows—building a strong foundation in professional broadcast standards, teamwork, and real-world production environments.

Skills & Knowledge

Davinci Resolve Editing Suite

Utilizing Resolve Studio, Editor Keyboard, Color Panel, Fusion, and Fairlight

Adobe Creative Cloud

Utlizing Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop

Blackmagic Broadcast Suite

Utilizing Blackmagic's full broadcast suite

ProPresenter Management

Creating Playlists, and Managing Outputs, etc.

Resolume & LED Wall Management

Managing Areana Playlists for screen art

DMX Light Rigging and Adressing

Managing and assigning DMX Channels & Lights

Awards & Nominations

September 2021

Best Musical - 48HFP

Keep On Going Bro - Keep It Reel Productions

September 2022

Most Memorable Moments - 48HFP

Movie Night - Keep It Reel Productions

September 2024

Nominated Best MakeUp FX - 48HFP

The Crispening - Keep It Reel Productions

March 2025

Nominated Best Poster - 54 Hour Film

The Radiant Undead From Linwood Lane - Keep It Reel Productions