ALANI MARIE SMITH
ARTIST PROFILE
About Me
As a student based in Los Angeles, I’ve worked in many different areas on a variety of projects, and am always looking for exciting new opportunities that force me to think outside the box. I love applying my creativity and pushing the boundaries of what I’m capable of doing.
Please take the opportunity to browse through my site. If you’d like to learn more about my inspirations, interests, or past projects, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
MY RESUME
Arts & Entertainment Credentials
December 2025
L’Oreal/ iT Cosmetics “Do It All” Photoshoot
Gaffer, Camera Assistant, Digitech
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Built and operated Canon camera equipment such as the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV.
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Designed lighting layouts for portrait and group shots.
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Organized photos in Capture One software.
December 2025
“Music 4 ALS” Concert Livestream
Camera Operator, Best Boy Electric
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Operated Sony FX3 and BlackMagic 6k Pro.
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Assembled lighting equipment.
April 2024 - February 2025
“Hand-Me-Downs” USC Senior Capstone Film
Director of Photography
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Operated the Sony FX9.
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Handled budget and equipment rentals.
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Coordinated schedules across 5+ departments to improve set safety and efficiency.
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Directed post-production processes, including color grading and editing.
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Created shot lists, storyboards, and camera & lighting setups using Sidus Link Diagram Master and FinalCut Pro.