Bernard Mathis Jr.
Technical Media Specialist
I’m Bernard Mathis, a dynamic tech enthusiast and creative professional with a comprehensive skill set in technology and media production. I’m proficient in a wide array of software and tools, including Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Pro Tools, Studio One, Studio One Live, DCP-o-matic, Final Cut Pro, Blender, Unreal Engine, Aximmetry, and the Blackmagic ATEM system. I own and operate a Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro for live podcast shooting and live chroma keying. Additionally, I’m trained on a 16-channel mixing board, enabling me to run entire live sound venues and perform live sound mixing during concerts. I’m also certified in multiple camera systems, including Blackmagic, Sony, Panasonic, ARRI, RED, Fuji, and Atomos. I’m proficient in handling and color grading raw files, such as Blackmagic RAW, LUMIX RAW, RED RAW, and more, and can set up professional color grading pipelines in DaVinci Resolve for any desired color space.
Bernard's Work:
Here are some works that im most proud of.
The Pressers Draft
Virtual reproduction of the NBA draft for Rappers. Made with Unreal Engine and Blender! Designed, Directed, Shot, Edited, and Mixed by Bernard Mathis Jr.
Green Screen/Rotoscoping Work:
Flick Visualizer made in Adobe AA
"Tiny Clone" Skit Davinci Resolve
Pressers Visual Made in Premeire Pro
*All these examples were written, filmed, and edited by Bernard Mathis Jr. This section showcases his ability to rotoscope and create visual effects in multiple editing software.
Color Grading Work:
Shot in Apple Prores Raw On Atamos Ninja V and colored in Davinci Resolve
Shot on Red Komodo in RedRaw and colored in Davinci Resolve. Video Sponsored by Zeiss Lenses
Experience Matters
My studio training began at LA Film School, where I studied in the Film Science Associate of Arts program. There, I built a strong technical foundation in production workflows, camera systems, audio, lighting, and post-production. The program emphasized both the creative and technical sides of filmmaking, giving me early exposure to industry-standard tools, professional set environments, and disciplined production processes.
Following my formal training, I worked as an AV Technician in a nightclub environment, where I gained real-world experience operating and troubleshooting professional audio and visual systems in live, high-pressure settings. In this role, I was responsible for diagnosing and resolving equipment issues, managing live sound using a 16-channel mixing board, and properly mic’ing performers and instruments to deliver a polished, professional live show. This experience sharpened my ability to think quickly, adapt on the fly, and maintain system reliability during live events.
I later transitioned into studio-based and immersive production at My Studio Montrose, a fully equipped green screen and virtual production studio. There, I worked hands-on with VR systems, Blackmagic DeckLink hardware, and Blackmagic Ultimatte for real-time compositing. I supported live virtual productions using Unreal Engine, helping integrate real-time environments with green screen talent for broadcast-ready results.
In addition to visual production, I supported professional audio workflows, including podcast production in a fully equipped studio using Pro Tools. I also operated the Blackmagic ATEM system, including my own Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro, for live podcast shooting, switching, and real-time chroma keying—experience that strengthened my understanding of live production pipelines from capture through delivery.
Alongside studio work, I am trained and certified across a wide range of professional camera systems, including Blackmagic, Sony, Panasonic, ARRI, RED, Fuji, and Atomos. I am highly proficient in working with professional and RAW camera formats such as Blackmagic RAW, RED RAW, Sony RAW, and Panasonic/LUMIX RAW. Using DaVinci Resolve, I build professional color grading and transcoding pipelines to deliver content in required color standards, including ACES and Rec.709.
Together, these experiences have shaped me into a well-rounded technical professional—equally comfortable in live AV environments, studio production, and post-production pipelines—capable of bridging creative vision with reliable, technically sound execution.
