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Dance. Music. Live Performance.

"David brought high-level technical expertise, artistic sensibility, and sophistication to every project."

Madeline Cantor, choreographer & dance educator

"I give him a 5-star recommendation.”  

Nancy Malmed, International Ballet Exchange

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About Me

I'm David Wadsworth, a veteran videographer, editor and producer with a lifelong connection to the arts. As a trained classical pianist with a background in visual art, dance and choreography, I bring deep passion and sensitivity to my collaborations with live content creators. Most recently, I've worked with groups including Counter Codex, the Why Collective, and American Opera Projects.  Previous clients include International Ballet Exchange, Dance Theatre of Pennsylvania, DeSales University, Pennsylvania Girlchoir and Cathedral Village of Philadelphia.

My Work

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My Services

Pre-Production

Pre-production consultation and pre-performance viewing of dress rehearsals are essential and included with every shoot.

I also provide pre-production budgeting, scheduling and scripting services for multi-camera and documentary-style productions.

Production

I provide high quality, Full HD and Ultra HD (4K) single-camera documentation of live productions including dance, music, theater, opera and performance art. Multi-camera production shoots are also available on request.

In addition, I offer 'making of' documentary work, including comprehensive rehearsal coverage and interviews.  

Post-Production

Post-production services include video editing, color correction and grading, titling, multi-format encoding and delivery.

Multi-camera edits, scripted and unscripted presentation reels and format conversions are also available.

Testimonials

Madeline Cantor,

Choreographer & Dance Educator

"I had the good fortune to work with David Wadsworth on multiple video projects over more than a decade, projects that ranged from performance videos for websites to a complex performance piece with text and movement. David brought high-level technical expertise, artistic sensibility, and sophistication to every project.  He understood the goals, handled the details, and delivered wonderful work -- on time and on budget."

Nancy Malmed,

International Ballet Exchange

“As a dance studio owner and choreographer, I have used several videographers through the years to document our performances.  When I hired David Wadsworth to tape one of our shows, roughly 15 years ago, I had no need to find another videographer.  David’s videos are excellent.  He understands when to zoom in and when shoot the full stage. The reproduction is crystal clear.  David does a wonderful job with editing, as well.  I give him a 5-star recommendation.”

Robert Polk,

Cathedral Village Bach Festival

"David, what a classy finale you provided to our Bach Live @ Cathedral Village! Your vision and know-how far exceeded my dreams as to what that final program for the Festival would look like.  And personally I think it was a grand slam!!  All I can say is thank you very, very much for all you put into your vision and my dream.  Both proved to be exceedingly fine and on target."

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