FREELANCE & PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT

Sole Proprietor – DON CUDNEY PHOTO & VIDEO located in Denver, CO from 1994 until Present

• He has sustained a successful freelance commercial photography and videography business for more than thirty years.

• His imagery has appeared on over 200 magazine covers and in hundreds of print publications, as well as across digital and outdoor media worldwide.

• His behind-the-scenes videos attract thousands of views annually on YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, and TikTok.

• He is internationally recognized for creating exceptional visuals, capturing high-quality sound, and solving complex production challenges in diverse environments — from New York City studios to remote international locations.

Live Stream Camera Operator – RHINO Staging located in Denver, CO from 2017 until Present

• He collaborates with show directors, technical directors, video engineers, touring band managers, and local sports teams to plan live shots, visual effects, camera movements,

  and lighting.

• He sets up and strikes camera systems at major Colorado venues, including Ball Arena, Coors Field, FirstBank Center, Paramount Theatre, and Empower Field.

• He manages and coordinates crews of more than 100 stagehands during load-in, show execution, and load-out, ensuring safe operations, efficient workflows, and

• strict adherence to production schedules.

Staff Photographer – Mile High Sports Magazine/Haas Rock Publishing located in Denver, CO from 2005 until 2018

• Produced high-quality images and behind-the-scenes videos of professional athletes and local models

  for print and online distribution.

• Produced and photographed 60+ magazine covers and feature editorials; photographed many of Colorado’s professional athletes and celebrities,

  overseeing planning, location scouting, and sponsored advertorial integration across 10+ years.

Studio Photographer – Concepts Direct located in Longmont, CO from 1996 until 1999

• He photographed a wide range of catalog products, including apparel, home décor, gifts, and collectibles.

• He assisted with the company’s transition from film to high-resolution digital photography in early 1999.

Sales Representative – Index Stock Imagery / Photolibrary located in Denver, CO from 1994 until 1996

• He managed inbound sales inquiries, engaged clients to assess their needs, and recommended appropriate products.

• He processed, tracked, and coded invoices and internal reports accurately and on schedule using multiple computer systems.