Kalab
Templeman
Sydney-based videographer, photographer, web designer and content creator with seven-plus years across social media, production and digital services.
Summary
I’m a Sydney-based videographer, photographer, web designer, and content creator with over seven years working across social media, production, and digital services.
Currently, I shoot and manage sports footage for TOPPA as a Camera Operator, working directly with directors and coaches for performance analysis. I also work in customer support at Tyro Payments, which has given me a solid grounding in fintech and client-facing communication at scale.
Through my freelance practice, The Kalab Network, I work with clients on photography, videography, web design, graphic design, and social media. I recently completed an Advanced Diploma in Screen & Media at TAFE NSW, covering production, editing, lighting, and sound.
I hold an ABN and Certificate of Currency. Available for freelance projects and collaborations.
Experience
Focused on delivering high-quality support and a smooth transition for clients upgrading their 3G EFTPOS terminals. Managed shipments, tracked returns, and collaborated with distribution partners to resolve customer needs effectively.
Experience in data entry, troubleshooting, and handling customer inquiries, committed to ensuring every interaction is efficient and positive. Enjoys dynamic environments, solving challenges, and helping clients navigate technical requirements seamlessly.
Recording and uploading sports video content for analysis and viewing. Uses professional-grade cameras to capture clear, smooth footage of athletes across Soccer, Rugby, AFL, Cricket and more. Manages video files, troubleshoots technical issues, and organises footage data for easy retrieval. Works independently and collaboratively, with willingness to travel at short notice for filming assignments.
Comprehensive freelance services across photography, video production, social media management, graphic design, and website development. Track record in customer service with strong communication and problem-solving skills; adept at adapting to fast-paced environments, including managing multiple tasks during live stream broadcasts.
Designs engaging landing pages, integrates client CMS programs and data feeds, optimises sites for speed and scalability, follows industry best practice, conducts thorough testing, collaborates with backend developers, ensures seamless functionality across devices, and incorporates brand elements and market research through the full build and launch process.
Kalab Templeman (formerly Kalab Templeman Vlogs & Tech) grew to nearly 2,000 subscribers and 500,000 total views, with brand collaborations including FilmoraGo, Prism+, Streamlabs Talk Studio and Maono Global. Published technical content (reviews, unboxings), creative parody work, and lifestyle vlogs. Operated camera and editing gear including GoPro Hero 5 and Canon 750D, plus live production via OBS and Streamlabs.
The channel was later discontinued after the associated Google Account was disabled; appeals were submitted but the account and channel were permanently closed.
Provided customer service welcoming guests, managing orders and processing payments, collaborating with the team through high-demand periods. Maintained cleanliness and service standards under pressure. Contributed to the Hashbrown STAT team, earning the “Outstanding Overnight of the Year 2022” award for consistently delivering strong guest experiences in a fast-paced environment.
Freelance photography for Colour Frenzy’s Wollongong & Sydney events (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025 β Wollongong).
Photography for Colour Frenzy at multiple Wollongong events.
Customer service, cash register operations, and visual merchandising to maintain an inviting store environment. Stock sorting, pricing, donations, and customer assistance. Played a key role in Lifeline’s Big Book Fair, running feedback surveys and implementing improvements.
Helped out with events such as Viva La Gong, Comic Gong, and others.
- Filmed and edited video and photo content for the event’s social platforms
- Created engaging content capturing the event’s excitement
- Uploaded content and managed the team’s social accounts
- Collaborated across teams to keep content on-brand
- Packing materials and equipment; assisted with scrutiny of ballot papers
- Counting votes and maintaining integrity of results
- Safe custody and handling of ballot papers; ballot paper formality
- Checking and securing legitimate ballot papers
Finish Line: collected timing clips, recorded finisher data, crowd control, securely stored medals and confidential information, supported runners.
Pedestrian Crossing / Safety: crowd control, managed high-pedestrian areas, coordinated safe crossing timing, answered spectator questions.
Registration: greeted athletes, ran ID checks against registration records, took EFTPOS payments, checked categories, assisted with pack-up.
Scheduled and ran rehearsals, communicated the director’s wishes to designers and crafts, coordinated the stage crew, and called cues and actor entrances during performance.
Year 10 work placement at a local media production company. Roles included content creation, editing, content research, and graphic design.
Education & Training
Strong project management demonstrated through high-profile projects including TV commercials, short films, and leading personal projects such as the short film “The Haunting Notes.” Proficient in sound design, colour correction (DaVinci Resolve), and collaborative tools (Milanote, Monday.com).
Filmed and edited interviews, a music video, a sports promo video, and short films. Built production schedules, shot in multi-camera environments, edited dialogue, edited complex media productions, and helped manage media assets for web-based online projects.
Year 12 subjects: English, Maths, Business Studies, PDHPE, Modern History. Awarded 1st place in Film Making in both 2018 and 2019. Mentored Year 7 students through the Year 11 Peer Support program, volunteered as a School Expo guide in 2020, and assisted with catering at school fundraising events.
Per the school’s student reference (25 Oct 2021, Mr A. Kellaway β Year Adviser, Mr S. Frazier β Principal): described as a reliable, courteous, independent worker and cooperative group member, recommended without hesitation to any future employer.
Completed through high school EVET courses in 2020.
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Recommendations
“Kalab is the best! His work ethic says it all. He knows how to make it happen without a doubt. I’m so grateful for all his help and support. Thank you Kalab from the bottom of my heart, you’re the best.”
“He was a great worker. He made sure my website was working right. Anyone would be lucky to have him. I have known him for 6 years.”