Meet Avery Ramirez

Today we’d like to introduce you to Avery Ramirez.

So, before we jump into specific questions, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Due to my innate nature to want to share stories and to allow an audience into a new world, I became enthralled with the art of storytelling. I grew up watching Ferris Beuller’s day off, Disney films, musical theatre, and escaping into the vast world of film. I loved every moment. I get lost in the perfect combination of framing, light, music, and the beauty of movement in film. That is why I have pursued the career as a Steadicam Operator.

I went to the Art Institute of California-Orange County and got my Bachelors in Digital Film and Video production in 2015. During that time, I worked at Disneyland, then as a Videographer, Editor, Assistant Camera, Audio Editor, Assistant writer, script editor, Sound Designer. Flash forward to now being a full-time camera operator.

During that time a big part of my life was figuring out my identity as a person. About, two years ago I came out as transgender, and transitioning and being in the film industry has been a crazy ride. It’s crazy to think that representation is pretty low for crew and in front of the camera. I’m excited to be part of the generation that is changing that.
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I have been a DP for two short films, and some episodes of a new webseries. I am always looking to learn and become the best at what I love and help create stories for others to escape into. I am a visual thinker and music inspires my thoughts and stories.

I want to create. Joy. Investment in character. Endearment. Fear. Love. Anger. I want people to feel something when they see my work. Creating stories through my framing, camera work, and visions.

Has it been a smooth road?
Life has not been smooth but it hasn’t been too crazy. Coming out to parents that we’re not accepting has been very difficult. In addition, navigating how to talk to my peers about being queer and transitioning while working has been difficult. I’ve found it difficult to network and find new people to work with in the past. However, since being further in my transition I’ve found happiness in who I am and it has given me loads of confidence.

We’d love to hear more about your work and what you are currently focused on. What else should we know?
I’m a camera operator that specializes in steadicam. I’ve recently worked with Puma and some short films.

What really sets me apart is my dedication, great jokes, and love for operating.

Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
I like all the people that I’ve met here and the worst part is the politics of this town.

Contact Info:

• Address: 1234 14th st #5
  Santa Monica CA 90404
• Website: Averydramirez.wixsite.com/film
• Phone: 5622786337
• Email: avery.d.ramirez@gmail.com
• Instagram: @avery.ramirz
• Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Artist/Avery-Ramirez-179590836163323/

 
 
Image Credit:
Aser Santos, Zariah Dally

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