about benjamin oliver films
From a young age, I was captivated by the magic of storytelling on screen. Growing up, I spent countless hours with my mother, writing and acting out short scripts. What began as a childhood fascination soon evolved into a lifelong passion for film and television. This passion guided me through my formative years and into a dedicated career in the industry.
I pursued my formal education at Southern Arkansas University Tech in Camden, Arkansas, where I studied film and television production under the mentorship of Steve Taylor. Steve’s approach was unconventional yet invaluable—he emphasized learning the craft outside of the classroom. my final semester, I had spent just six days in a traditional classroom setting; the rest of my time was devoted to hands-on experience on various TV and film sets, where I learned not only from successes but from mistakes as well.
Just a week after graduating high school, I landed my first role in the industry as a production assistant on TLC's "Toddlers & Tiaras," thanks to Steve Taylor’s network of contacts. This early exposure to the fast-paced world of television production ignited a fire in me to continue growing and expanding my skill set.
After college, I joined JM Associates in Little Rock, Arkansas, where I worked as a videographer, field producer, and editor. This role allowed me to explore different facets of television production, giving me a well-rounded foundation in the industry. However, as time passed, I felt the need for a new challenge and relocated to Bentonville, Arkansas, to take up a video directing position at Walmart Headquarters. While the role was rewarding, I found myself missing the diversity of projects that had initially drawn me to the industry—commercials, TV shows, and more.
During my time at Walmart, I began freelancing on the side, investing every dollar I earned into building a collection of high-quality camera gear. I slowly accumulated everything from cameras and lights to drones and gimbals. When I reached the point where I had both the equipment and the client base to support my ambitions, I knew it was time to take the leap. That’s when Benjamin Oliver Films LLC was born.
From day one, my vision for Benjamin Oliver Films has been clear: to create captivating content that resonates with audiences across various platforms. Whether it’s commercial production, television, or corporate videos, my goal has always been to deliver top-tier work while maintaining a close, personable relationship with each of our clients.
What sets Benjamin Oliver Films apart is our ability to offer a wide range of services under one roof. We have a full grip & electric truck, top-of-the-line cinematic cameras, an array of FPV drones, DJI standard drones, gimbals, and more. We’re passionate about what we do, and we pride ourselves on doing it fast and doing it well.
