About Xavier Thompson

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Xavier Thompson

BIO

Xavier

BIO

After graduating from Georgia State University with a degree in film theory, Xavier relocated to Los Angeles, California in 2016 to continue enhancing and building upon his skill set. The move to Los Angeles was inspired by a prior trip he took in 2015, where he participated in his first Steadicam workshop. During this visit, he fell in love with the physicality of Steadicam and everything it embodied. The initial visit to Los Angeles, Xavier was overwhelming inspired, a natural endowment presented this “Aha” moment from whence he knew creating stories from behind a camera lens was his ultimate calling.

Xavier was first exposed to his craft while in college, in Atlanta, GA and working for ESPN. He was focused and committed in his career development as a Steadicam operator, to the point he worked endlessly to build upon his skill set by proactively scouting out freelance opportunities and making strategic investments in his future. One such investment occurred in late 2016 when he purchased his first Steadicam rig. Xavier understood that to advance in the industry he would have to make a significant investment in himself and his talents. This action has awarded Xavier numerous noteworthy assignments and has steadily enhanced his skill set forward.

Xavier will note his most influential training came through Garrett Brown, the inventor of Steadicam, to which he accredits many of his techniques and training. Working with Garrett has led to Xavier working behind the lens for an assortment projects from television, feature films to music videos. One of the highlights of Xavier’s career to date is the opportunity he had to work with Jay-Z and Beyoncé in preparation for their OTR II Tour in 2018. It was an epic and humbling experience to work alongside of, what could arguably be considered, the world’s most famous entertainers. Xavier now focuses on film and television, as he welcomes the challenges these types of projects lend to his continued quest in technique and training development.

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Xavier’s focus is to bring a positive attitude and open mind to each project he’s involved in, from music videos to feature films. Constantly sharpening his creative outlet, Xavier embodies confidence and has proven experience that will help you tell your story through a lens. He enjoys being part of a team and working as a unit to help bring your vision to life. Xavier feels a connection from behind the camera and working on several notable music and film projects has positioned him to be an asset to any collaboration. Xavier often expresses, “I love what I do, and I love the fact that I can get excited about the start of each new day. I feel blessed to be able to get up and create daily!”

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Team Player

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Creative Story Teller

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Talented Camera Operated

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Member of Local 600

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Hard Worker

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Dedicated

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