Discover Top Documentary DPs in El Cajon, California, USA

I'm a Southern California-based video journalist who produces, shoots, and edits stories for BBC News, PRI's The World, The New York Times, TIME, PBS, and others. My video stories have taken me around the world, and I've worked extensively across Asia. I've produced and filmed video stories about camel traders in India, cat cafes in Japan, and a child goddess in Nepal. I previously worked as a video journalist for NBC News in New York City. It was there that I found my quirkiest, and most fun video story ever: a circus sideshow school in Coney Island (I learned fire-breathing isn't as hard as it looks!) I studied journalism and documentary filmmaking at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Brady Holden is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, director and producer specializing in environmental videos, branded content, TV, and feature documentaries. His work has appeared on PBS FRONTLINE, CNN’s Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain, NPR, Outside Magazine, YouTube RED, Comedy Central, Smithsonian Channel, Investigation Discovery, Current TV, HGTV as well as in National Park Service visitor centers and museums. Clients and partners include The Nature Conservancy, Marriott International, Columbia Land Trust, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Fidelity, IBM, Chef’s Cut Real Jerky, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, The Dougy Center, The Land Trust Alliance, Blue Chalk Media, Requisite Media. Brady is based in Portland, OR. x | x.

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• Drone Operator

Producer, shooter and editor with 20+ years of experience working in Mexico and USA. I create content for agencies like CAA Experiential, Conill Advertising, The MRN Agency, BUM Experience and Walton Isaacson for brands like Nike, AT&T Mexico and USA, Cricket Wireless, Amway, Lexus, Chase, DAZN, Budweiser, JAFRA, Princess House, Herdez and more. I also worked as an editor and post production supervisor for over 15 TV shows like Operation Repo, Guerreros del UFC, Jenny Rivera presents Chiquis and Raq-C, Videos Insolitos, Fugitivos de la Ley and create content for DAZN brazil and DAZN USA. In the Streaming area I produce virtual and hybrid events like festivals, concerts, conferences, workshops and sports

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Corporate Videographer
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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Senior Editor
• Digital Content Creator

My journey started by pursuing a career as a pro snowboarder, then outerwear design, and finally landing as a globe-trotting filmmaker for the past 15 years. I’ve had the privilege of working with many lovely people including Tom Brady, Post Malone, Rainn Wilson, Cindy Crawford, Tony Hawk, Richard Dreyfuss, Steph Curry, Steve Aoki, Giselle, and U2's The Edge. Projects include commercial, episodic, and documentaries shot globally including the Philippines, Iraq, Fiji, Vietnam, and Europe. My clients include Toyota, Burton, NBC, Sony, Honda, Live Nation, Reef, Levi’s, ESPN, and Hewlett Packard and I run my own productions via my company Radiant Ghost. I like to keep it professional and fun. Thanks for stopping in!

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• Corporate Videographer
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• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Executive Producer

Jocelyn Azucena Contreras is a visual storyteller focused on the latinx community, social issues, and the LGBTQ+ community. As a journalist at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, Jocelyn recently collaborated in a project with Univision and ProPublica where her reporting centered on the effects of the pandemic on Latina mothers. As a CNN Fellow, part of the 2020 Media Leadership Project (MLP), Jocelyn spent her summer with CNN’s Great Big Story as an editorial intern pitching stories, writing scripts, doing research and pulling archival footage for their videos. Jocelyn has freelanced some video work and even produced a short documentary for her thesis about an incarcerated individual seeking clemency.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
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• Reporter / Journalist
• Copywriter
• Video Editor - News
• Colorist
• Production Assistant
• Podcast Producer
• Social Media Producer
• Audio Storyteller
• Translator

I am an award-winning Cinematographer who works on documentaries, TV series, and commercial content. My work has taken me around the world and ranging from following a band of circus performers through Nepal to documenting the aftermath of natural disasters and political unrest in Haiti. My footage can be seen on networks such as VICE, New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, National Geographic, HULU, CBS, and Netflix. I have completed my Hostile Environment and First Aid Training (HEFAT) and hold an FAA Drone Pilot's license. My recent accolades in 2024 include a PEABODY AWARD for an episode I shot of USA Today's "States of America" titled The Post Roe Baby Boom: Inside Mississippi's Maternal Health Crisis.

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• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer

Hey, I’m Marco Colombatto, the founder of Cast At Sea Productions in San Diego. My journey into filmmaking started at a young age, and over time, my work has expanded to cover a broad range of projects. From capturing the raw beauty of nature to exploring the fast-paced energy of action sports, my early work was rooted in artistry and environmentalism. As I’ve honed my craft, I’ve taken on diverse projects, including television series, luxury hotels, commercials, documentaries, and branded content. With a portfolio spanning music videos, live productions, and beyond, I’m passionate about telling stories that resonate and leave a lasting impression. Let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life with creativity and precision.

• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
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• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director

Angel Castro is a professional visual content creator. With years of experience in the marketing and advertising industry, he has worked with various brands, companies, and individuals – telling their stories through digital media by bringing conceptual content to life. Castro specializes in developing and building strong narratives through photography, cinematography, video, animation, and audio design. Castro has experience in every stage of any given project. From ideation through to execution, from pre-production to post – Angel can operate, plan, and execute on every aspect of a production. With years of shooting and editing under his belt, Castro has gained a greater perspective of what is needed for creating memorable final content.

• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Sound Designer
• Colorist
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• Fashion Photographer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
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• Motion Graphics Designer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
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Curious, creative and driven Filmmaker and Video Editor with 15+ years of experience, filming documentaries, commercials and social media content. Ligia has all the equipment you need, an excellent eye for detail, a deep passion for documentaries, music, and all things visual. Ligia creatively interpret client ideas, loves to brainstorm and create engaging content always ensuring client satisfaction. Proven performer during high pressure situations, ability to handle multiple projects and meet prescribed deadlines. In-depth knowledge of social media platforms with her creative instagram account - @curious.lotus with over 7000 followers.

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• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

John P. Beatty is a Director of Photography based in Kansas City, Missouri. His commercial work has aired on national television across the United States, and his narrative, documentary, and music video work has screened at film festivals all across the country. He holds a degree in Film and Media Arts from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and has nearly a decade of experience in the industry. He has filmed in almost every major city in the United States, working alongside a variety of directors and crew across the country. No matter the size of your shoot, he is available to lend his expertise to your next project.

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• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Drone Operator

Greetings! I'm presently serving as a producer at ESPN. My background in journalism spans over a decade where I’ve contributed in various newsrooms and roles, building a solid foundation of experience. I hold a master's degree from Columbia Journalism School, with a focused study of documentaries. Prior to joining ESPN, I held a notable position as a producer at NowThis News and also engaged in freelance collaborations with esteemed media organizations such as CNN, Al Jazeera, Reuters, Vice News, and NatGeo. For a closer look at my body of work, please visit baghakhan.com. I'm more than happy to entertain any inquiries you might have. Wishing you a successful and rewarding 2023 ahead!

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• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer

I believe stories are powerful. I have worked as a DP and Director for the last 6 years. It's been an incredible journey bringing me places like the slot canyons of Arizona, ancient archeology dig sites in Israel, mountain villages in Haiti, and so much more. I am looking to work with more like minded people who believe in telling peoples stories to connect the world. I have been shooting mostly on Red cameras (currently own The Red Raven) but have used a multitude of cameras (whatever tool works best for the need) I love collaborating with teams and bring stories to life. Feel free to hit me up, lets talk :D

• Documentary DP
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• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
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• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator

I'm a British Director / DP based in Los Angeles. I direct, shoot and edit depending on what the project needs. I can work as a one man bad or part of a crew - which I can also help assemble. I have a passion for character driven real human stories. I've shot over 100 short docs that have appeared on Mashable, CBS etc. Directed and shot 2 feature docs - licensed one of them to Redbull and directed over 60 TV commercials. My work has won awards at Bafta, Big Sky Doc Film Festival, American Doc Film Festival, Glass City Film Festival, Spotlight Doc Film Awards and NewFilmmakers Los Angeles. I look forward to hearing about your project.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

I’m a Lebanese-American, four-time Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker and podcaster. Most recently, I was a Senior Producer for Muck Media where I produced National Geographic/Disney+ documentary series Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller and Science Fair: The Series. I also worked in their development department, finding stories, securing access to people in those stories, and pitching to potential partners and financiers. I've previously worked for The Wall Street Journal, Al Jazeera English, Al Jazeera America, and the United Nations Development Program in Beirut. Dana holds a Masters degree in Journalism from Northwestern University in Chicago.

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• TV News Producer

Erik Olsen is a Video Journalist/Producer in Los Angeles. Formerly, he was West Coast Video Correspondent for Quartz and Senior Video Journalist for The New York Times in New York City and Berlin. He shoots, writes, edits and narrates video stories for various outlets and is an FAA certified drone pilot. Occasionally he writes for print and shoots photos. He has produced for NY Times, Scientific American, Popular Science, Great Big Story, Hakai Magazine, ABC News, and other outlets. He's an avid photographer, panoramic shooter, writer, and scuba diver.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
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• Fixer
• Sound Mixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer

Lucia is Founder of Corporate Media Lab and a multifaceted creator, whose first career in the field of Financial Planning and Master’s Degree in International Political Economy & Development reflect in the content that she creates to help businesses win online. Lucia’s mission through Corporate Media Lab is to help corporations and startups create innovative content that connects with their audiences and brings about successful results. When she’s not creating content, you can find Lucia bouldering at her local rock climbing gym or splashing in the pool with her beautiful family.

• Field Producer
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Translator
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Production Assistant

I have been shooting and editing professional videos and photos for the last 8 years. I enjoy shooting all kinds of projects from business profiles to music videos. My goal is to combine my creativity and vision with my client's goals. I love working with new people and strengthening my video and photo skills daily. I have all of my own high end gear including a Sony A7s, Zhiyun Gimbal, Sennheiser Lav Mic with Zoom Audio Recorder and interview lights. I also am an FAA certified part 107 Drone Pilot. I own the DJI Mavic Air (4k!) Let's shoot something!

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• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator

Emmanuel is a self-taught filmmaker with a background in music. While studying at New York University he began his work in film at HBO under documentarian Ellen Goosenberg-Kent and went on to work with filmmaker Morgan Spurlock for a number of years. His work explores topics of intent and pursuit while discovering new ways of visual storytelling, and seeks to synthesize the worlds of narrative and documentary film making. He currently lives in Los Angeles working as a freelance director, DP, and editor. He continues to write music when not behind the camera.

• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Music Composer

I am a freelance video journalist and cinematographer based in Los Angeles, CA working in documentary and creative video production for over 5 years. Much of my work has been documentary-style work, including an Emmy-awarded project for which I worked as Assistant Editor for The Texas Tribune. I am willing and able to commute for hired projects. My Gear List: Sony FS7 (Mark II) and Sony A7III as well as wireless lavalier microphones and shotgun/ boom. Easyrig Minimax, Gimbal, tripods and shoulder rigs are also part of my gear list.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Podcast Producer
• Commercial DP
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist

Ian Midgley (Director/Cinematographer) is an independent filmmaker dedicated to empowering people through understanding and controlling their own lives. He has traveled extensively within American subcultures and specializes in immersive journalism, cinema verite, and in-depth interviewing. He has created content for Vice, TakePart, Ableton, One Potato Productions, and Huffington Post among others. Ian received a degree in film and photography from Emerson college and has since been freelancing in Los Angeles and on assignment across the country.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial