Live pulse, captured — photo + video coverage for Mass Poetry’s Teen Art Festival.
Over two days on Emerson college’s Boston campus, I provided run-and-gun photo and video coverage of Mass Poetry’s Teen Art Festival, focusing on the semifinals and finals of the poetry slam. With campus credentials for venue access, I documented candid moments, live performances, and audience reactions—delivering assets that fuel promotion, fundraising, and future festival growth.
What we focused on
Performance-first coverage: Clear audio capture and dynamic camera work to preserve the power of each poem.
Candid storytelling: Backstage prep, competitors’ emotion, audience response, and community moments that show the festival’s impact.
Quick turnaround for outreach: Fast processing and delivery so organizers can use content during and immediately after the event.
Budget-smart solutions: Scaled coverage and deliverable bundles designed to stretch nonprofit resources without sacrificing quality.
Scenes & moments captured
Slam rounds: Tight performance shots, reaction cutaways, and performance audio clips from semifinals and finals.
Backstage & prep: Nerves, coaching, last-minute rehearsals, and peer support.
Audience & community: Teachers, families, and student spectators reacting and engaging.
Awards & closing: Winners, celebrations, and closing remarks for hero moments in promo materials.
B-roll & atmosphere: Campus spaces, signage, merch tables, and ambient footage for edit texture.
Deliverables provided
Social-ready photo galleries
Recap video (short-form highlight reel for promo and fundraising)
RAW content files for future use (non-profit specific benefit)
Select high-res stills for press, program materials, and post-event newsletters
Fast-turnaround delivery options to support live promotion during the festival
Production notes
Campus credentialing secured to move between venues and capture varied stages of the event.
Run-and-gun approach with one-camera documentary setup plus on-camera audio capture for clean performance sound.
Collaboration with organizers to prioritize key performers, judges, and sponsor visibility within the shoot plan.
Rights and usage discussed upfront to meet nonprofit needs and long-term promotional goals.
How this work supports Mass Poetry
Promotion: Immediate social assets increase reach and engagement post-event.
Fundraising: Recap video and emotional stills help communicate impact to donors and grantors.
Community building: Visuals that celebrate teen voices and support recruitment for future events.
Cost-efficiency: Tailored packages that maximize coverage within tight budgets.