Christopher Antolak

Creative Producer, Director, Editor

PROFILE

15+ years of production experience organizing an efficient production process, concept to release. 

Creative, enthusiastic, works well with client and crew to accomplish visual/audio/story goals. 

Established video departments and media formats for multiple companies. 

Award Winning Short Films & Live Music Series.

EXPERIENCE

Creative / Media Director - Rick Ware Racing (NASCAR, NHRA, IndyCar, World Supercross, etc) 2021 – Present

• Lead all video and media production across multiple national racing series

• Manage high-volume content pipelines for social, broadcast, and sponsor deliverables

• Direct and capture live event content in fast-paced race environments

• Oversee organization and curation of all team media assets

• Collaborate with sponsors, drivers, and internal teams to execute branded content

Camera Operator / Shader (Live Events) - Red Rocks Amphitheater 2022 – 2023

• Operated cameras for live concerts and large-scale events in high-pressure environments

• Performed shader duties ensuring consistent image quality across multi-camera setups

• Worked closely with directors, TDs, and production crews to execute live shows

• Adapted quickly to changing lighting conditions and live performance dynamics

Director of Marketing, Operations & Special Projects - UFO Plast USA 2019 – 2021

• Built and scaled U.S. operations for an international brand (400% sales growth)

• Developed marketing systems including video, digital, and social content

• Managed warehouse, logistics, and operational workflows

• Created sponsorship and rider support programs

Freelance Director / Producer 2010 – 2019

• Produced & Directed content for major brands (PepsiCo, Subaru, Walmart, Samsung, Lysol)

• Introduced video concepts and processes to top Chicago Fashion Houses (FORD, Galatea, Independent)

• Established Video Departments for variety of agencies (Non-Profit, AT&T, Lysol, Local Business)

• Delivered 4 award-winning short films and a feature documentary

Video Editor  (Freelance)  2010 - 2019

Raw footage through Final Export, executing desired overall vision for the client. 

  • Lysol, PepsiCo, Walmart, Allstate, Samsung, Milwaukee Bucks, FOX Sports, Capitol One

  • Family Travel TV Series,  Feature Documentary,  4 Award Winning Short Films

  • NCAA Final 4 Big Screen Event Content, WeAreTeachers.org educational web/mobile content

Art Director  (Freelance)  2018 - 2019

Set dressing, props, styling, desired physical & practical effects.

  • Netflix : Friends from College, Great Wolf Lodge Resort, Legendary Whitetails Clothing

Camera Operator (Freelance)  2010-2022

• Editor and Camera Operator for live broadcast and event coverage (FOX Sports, NCAA, PBS, CNN)

  • 2022  Red Rocks Amphitheater

  • FOX Sports, SPEED, Arenacross, NCAA, PBS, CNN, Shawn Mendes, Red Bull, Chef Rick Bayless

HIGHLIGHTS

• 15+ years Professional Production experience

• International Business and Production Experience

• Extensive live event and broadcast background

• Award-winning filmmaker

• Experience across sports, concerts, b2b and branded content

• Creative Production from Concept to Release

AVAILABILITY

Open to full-time, hybrid, freelance, and contract production roles.

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