Sam Merrill

Filming full-time with the RED V-Raptor [X], Blackmagic PYXIS 12K, Cinema Camera 6K (FF), Sony FX3, Sony FX6, RED Gemini, and RED Komodo.

As Media Production Assistant Manager at BYU–Hawaii, I co-lead a team of 25 student media specialists, producing video and audio content for university departments and live events. I mentor students, manage daily operations, assist with budgeting, content creation, marketing, AI integration, directing, filming, and editing. I’m an MBA grad and hold a BS in biology with minors in hospitality & tourism and photography & video.

With a background in science, business, and media, I bring strategic storytelling to each project. I also freelance as a videographer and photographer with 8+ years of experience. I’ve filmed Dwayne Johnson, Jason Momoa, Russell M. Nelson, the Utah Jazz, and contributed to major TV productions.