Pierre de Gaillande
Event Producer | Video Engineer | Musician | Podcaster
🎥 Summary
Creative professional with extensive experience in live event production, video engineering, and multimedia direction. Expert in managing high-profile events for corporate, artistic, and entertainment clients. Specializes in multi-camera systems, projection mapping, and live video switching. Fluent in English and French.
💼 Experience
Video Engineer | Vermillion Video (2005 – Present)
• Provide video engineering, projection, switching, and display for large-scale events.
• Direct and switch multi-camera productions using Barco, Blackmagic, Analog Way, and Panasonic systems.
• Execute indoor/outdoor projection mapping for concerts and commercial installations.
Event Producer | Arts on the Lake & Cultural Arts Center (Kent Lakes, NY | 2019 – Present)
• Manage talent booking, production logistics, and technical direction for outdoor concert series.
Event Producer | Cultural Arts Coalition (Brewster, NY | 2022 – Present)
• Produce multimedia performances combining live music, projection, and theatrical elements.
Touring Video Lead | Andrea Bocelli (2022)
• Operated Barco E2 multi-screen switcher for national opera tour.
Camera Operator / Director (2005 – Present)
• Multi-camera directing, PTZ operation, and drone videography.
• Produced and edited content for clients including The Climate Museum and Bang on a Can.
Recording Studio Owner | California Hill Studio (2014 – Present)
• Record and produce music albums; livestream performances using Blackmagic ATEM.
Project Manager | Pearl Media (2013 – 2022)
• Managed logistics, budgets, and site coordination for large-scale outdoor media installations in NYC.
Touring Musician / Composer (1999 – Present)
• Perform in rock and jazz ensembles; compose for film, TV, and dance.
Podcast Host | Pierre Pressure Podcast (2018 – 2024)
• Hosted bi-monthly podcast on music and politics featuring award-winning guests.
• Managed guest booking, interviews, and post-production.
⚙️ Skills
• Video Engineering – Barco, Blackmagic, Analog Way, Panasonic
• Projection Mapping – Millumin, Resolume, MITTI, PBP
• Camera Operation & Drone Videography
• Event Production & Logistics
• Recording & Mixing – Logic Pro X, Pro Tools
• Podcast Production & Editing
• Fluent in English and French
• Instruments: Guitar, Bass, Trumpet, Vocals, Keys, Drums
🎓 Education
• University of California, San Diego – B.A. Visual Arts / Media
• University of Paris & Sorbonne – Critical Film Studies