Hadley Gustafson
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Editor
- Actress
Hadley Gustafson is a versatile Los Angeles-based creative professional, specializing in Audio/Video Creation and Editing, especially BTS (behind-the-scenes)/Set Photography & Videography/Unit Photography & Videography; Motion Graphics Design; Art Direction; Web and Graphic Design; Business Consulting; and Teaching.
Her journey in multimedia began with an M.A. in Multimedia Documentary Filmmaking from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Journalism, where she earned a full scholarship. At UNC, Hadley demonstrated her leadership skills by heading the design team and crafting motion graphics for the major-award-winning "Coal, A Love Story" environmental justice project. Additionally, she contributed to the feature-length documentary "Las Abuelas de la Plaza de Mayo" by Dr. Charlie Tuggle, showcasing her expertise in camera work, grant-writing, asset management, and more.
Since 2010, Hadley has been dedicated to producing impactful short documentaries focusing on Public Health, Human Rights, and Social/Environmental Justice. Her collaboration with the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition led to significant legislative changes, saving thousands of lives from opiate overdose mortality.
Beyond her documentary work, Hadley excels in fine art, event, and street photography. Her acclaimed photography has not only received awards but has also been featured in various galleries. In December 2023, she contributed production stills for the music video "Rock 'N' Roll Angel" by glam rock band Hammered Satin.
Hadley's artistic journey extends to the 1990s, when she performed in independent movies in Seattle, including notable projects such as "Doomed Planet," "Planeta Deleria," and a music video for The Colourifics made by Peter Lipskis. During this period, she also lent her talents to fine art photographers, including sessions with Lincoln Clarkes.
In 2015, Hadley made a memorable appearance in the background role of "Hideout Denizen" in Season 6 Episode 7 of the hit series "Hawai'i Five-O."
Her journey in multimedia began with an M.A. in Multimedia Documentary Filmmaking from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Journalism, where she earned a full scholarship. At UNC, Hadley demonstrated her leadership skills by heading the design team and crafting motion graphics for the major-award-winning "Coal, A Love Story" environmental justice project. Additionally, she contributed to the feature-length documentary "Las Abuelas de la Plaza de Mayo" by Dr. Charlie Tuggle, showcasing her expertise in camera work, grant-writing, asset management, and more.
Since 2010, Hadley has been dedicated to producing impactful short documentaries focusing on Public Health, Human Rights, and Social/Environmental Justice. Her collaboration with the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition led to significant legislative changes, saving thousands of lives from opiate overdose mortality.
Beyond her documentary work, Hadley excels in fine art, event, and street photography. Her acclaimed photography has not only received awards but has also been featured in various galleries. In December 2023, she contributed production stills for the music video "Rock 'N' Roll Angel" by glam rock band Hammered Satin.
Hadley's artistic journey extends to the 1990s, when she performed in independent movies in Seattle, including notable projects such as "Doomed Planet," "Planeta Deleria," and a music video for The Colourifics made by Peter Lipskis. During this period, she also lent her talents to fine art photographers, including sessions with Lincoln Clarkes.
In 2015, Hadley made a memorable appearance in the background role of "Hideout Denizen" in Season 6 Episode 7 of the hit series "Hawai'i Five-O."
