Jesse Rogala

About

Documentary filmmaker and multimedia leader with over a decade crafting visual narratives across Fortune Magazine, Audible, and The San Francisco Standard.I thrive in the intersection of storytelling and strategy: - Built The San Francisco Standard's video department from the ground up, establishing production workflows that balance creative excellence with operational efficiency - Award-winning cinematographer, editor, and producer recognized by California Journalism Awards and SF Press Club for visual innovation - Field production specialist who thrives on-location – coordinating international crews, navigating complex logistics, and capturing compelling stories wherever they unfold - Seasoned traveler who's directed shoots across multiple continents, adapting to challenging environments while maintaining production quality - Equally comfortable directing documentary shoots with Fortune 500 CEOs, leading remote production teams, or hands-on filming in breaking news environments - Strategic producer who transforms complex subjects into compelling content for both news audiences and brand clients - Team leader who identifies talent, creates collaborative environments, and guides diverse crews through challenging productionsMy approach combines journalistic integrity with cinematic quality, technical versatility with creative vision. I stay ahead of evolving platforms while maintaining the fundamentals of powerful storytelling.