Documentary Filmmaking

by Gabriel Paredes Reyes

LIGHTS OUT Mockumentary

Description

Who has the LED-3 Light Kit?

Out of Loyola University Chicago, LIGHTS OUT follows the OWL Lab’s employees and friends as they uncover a grand mystery.

Technology
Canon XF400, Adobe Premiere Pro and other production tools.

Timeline
1 Month

Role
Director Cinematographer Editor

Date Completed
May 2022

Jamming with Ryan Cordero

Description: Alternative artist and multimedia journalist Ryan Cordero jams out with his arsenal of musical instruments.

This package was created in collaboration with Ryan Cordero for my Technology for Journalists class at Loyola University Chicago. Learn more in my blog!

Technology
Sony Nex-Ea50, Adobe Premiere Pro

Timeline
1 week

Role
Director Cinematographer Editor

Date Completed
May 2021

Bienvenidos a Pilsen

Description: Pilsen is known for being a port of entry for thousands of immigrants. From its businesses, to its murals and alleys, a diverse and artistic culture thrives in the neighborhood… even in the midst of a global pandemic.

This story was told in collaboration with Small Town Chicago, a student media group I co-founded in the fall of 2019 aiming to showcase Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods in a new, more positive light. Find out more about Pilsen and other neighborhoods here!

Technology
Sony Nex-Ea50 Camcorder, Adobe Premiere Pro and other production tools.

Timeline
3 Months

Role
Director Cinematographer Editor

Date Completed
December 2020

And more…

Ask about my other documentaries with Small Town Chicago and my Crystal Pillar nominated documentary, The Greatest Gift!