Aaron Sharper

Visual Researcher @Stalkr-Worldwide

Minneapolis, MN, US

Search for, curate and coordinate digital content consistent with creative briefs from advertising agencies and production companies for commercial projects. •Edit and convert footage from digital platforms to appropriate codecs for uploading to cloud based sharing platforms.•Negotiate licensing contracts with filmmakers, both amateur or professional, clearing Right of Publicity, property, talent and trademarks.•Work as a clearance manager and assist in determining licensing release status, as well as tracking down and gaining talent and property releases.•Perform administrative tasks to improve company efficiency including archiving visual content, adding metadata to improve search ability for future re-use, researching up and coming filmmakers for potential partnership with STALKRFilm library, stay up to date with knowledge of the industry and trends. • Clients include Nike, Apple, Google, Meta, Chevy, HBO, Pepsi, Gatorade, Jeep, Frito-Lay, Universal Theme Parks, Raytheon, Wieden + Kennedy, McCann, BBDO, Netflix, BLK-OPS, Ogilvy, TBWA/Chiat, Lost Plant and beyond.