Discover Top Documentary DPs in Irvine, California, USA

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
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Recently named 2015's 10 Latino Filmmakers to watch out for, Gloria Morán is a filmmaker based out of Los Angeles, California. Merging theories and practices of Ethnic, Cultural, and Communication Studies, Gloria’s films tell powerful stories. Gloria works as an independent producer/director while maintaining an advanced level of editing capabilities. Gloria has worked with The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS), and Presente.org, to name a few, producing and/or editing content for broadcast and online distribution.

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

I started shooting skateboarding in the 90’s, and fell in love with cinematography and film. Today I have a small production company called OTDfilms and it's a fully-insured, one-stop shop for video content. I specialize in documentary and action, but I'm heavily experienced in all forms of storytelling. I'm a skilled producer, director, cinematographer and editor, so I can turn an idea into broadcast-quality content. I can also plug my main camera right into a zoom call so you can be on the set with us. I look forward to working with you.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary

Los Angeles, CA / Charlotte, NC Videographer/DP with Gear* (FAA 107 certified drone pilot). Gear List (custom gear available upon request): 1x Sony FX3 (Full frame - 10bit 4K 60fps, XLR handle) 1x Sony FX30 (Crop frame - 10bit 4K 60fps) 1x Atmos Ninja V Recorder (12bit ProRes RAW) Sigma Art 24-70mm f2.8 MKii Sony 50mm f1.4 Tamron 70-180mm f2.8 DJI Mavic Air 3 DJI Ronin RSC2 Gimbal 1x Boom Mic kit with stand 2x Lav Mic Zoom H6 Recorder 100w, 60w lights with diffusers. (Additional gear available depending on the project specifics).

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Production Company
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist

Hi there, My name is Josh Fair and I'm the director of Insight Studios, a full service video production company based in Irvine, CA. For over 14 years I've directed projects for Apple, Salesforce, Michelin, Queen's Medical Group, and more. In addition to our video production services (which include directing, producing, cinematography, drone piloting, audio tech, post production, etc.) we will work with you to understand the story which needs to be conveyed. I look forward to hearing from you! Josh Fair Director Insight Studios insightstudios.com

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

At NORTH + NOMAD, we artfully combine rich visuals and dynamic sonic landscapes to craft award-winning, documentary-style films. We work closely with clients of all sizes to take their audiences and consumers on bold audiovisual journeys. With a background in advertising, content marketing, journalism, publishing, editorial and commercial photography, music and sound, we offer a range of video-production services to help brands and artists craft original stories. We produce, shoot and edit projects from start to finish, from initial conception to delivery of final, polished files.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

JP Keenan is an award-winning multimedia journalist currently based out of New York City. His photography and documentary work has spanned four continents and been published in ABC News, NowThis, Upworthy, USA Today, Huffington Post, Al Jazeera, and more. He's shot and directed multiple documentary films that have premiered at film festivals around the U.S. Combining visceral images and storytelling, JP captures the world through his unique lens and hopes to continue uncovering stories worth telling.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP

I love creating content and telling stories. I can wear many hats. I come up with ideas, produce, shoot, write scripts, interview, edit and fly drones. I am strong and can handle a video stabilizer. There is always a cool story to tell, we just need to pay attention. I am extremely interested in climate change, human stories, travel, food and animal stories. I don't stop until I get the job done!

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Field Producer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• TV News Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Full-Service Live Production

Bettina Hanna is a brazilian born award winning filmmaker who has been living in California for many years. She has produced and directed high quality short docs, branded content and is the Head director of one of the most successful shows at MTV Brazil. She has been working in the television business since 1999 in different networks such as MTV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Discovery Channel and clients like RedBull, Bumble App, Foundation for Women, Unity4Oprhans and many more.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Colorist
• Senior Editor
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Corporate Videographer

I'm a seasoned professional who's great at lighting and conducting interviews, capturing dynamic b-roll, capturing scenes, using natural light as well as studio lighting. I'm also an editor so I shoot with an edit in mind, always capturing great establishing shots, Slow-motion, transitions, metaphors, sound design and everything you'll need in post. Im also great with connecting with people, and make my interview subjects feel relaxed, and creating a positive experience for all involved.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Fixer
• Field Producer

With an emphasis on branded content and documentary filmmaking, I have directed & edited content for multiple brands & platforms that include Pepsi, Dove, NBCUniversal, and Viacom. I am currently directing my first feature documentary which will be released in 2020 and I also directed a documentary series called Odd Jobs for Eli Roth's digital company CryptTV, which was featured at 2017 Tribeca film festival.

• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer

Hiii!! I've had the privilege of being a storyteller for more than a decade, but it's not just the time spent learning my craft that has placed my work at a professional level. My experiences connecting with the subject to deliver the essence of the overall "vision", has proved to be a critical asset in capturing engaging stories. When I'm not submerged in my post-production cave, I'm an in-field producer for branded content, films, music videos and live-streaming events.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Corporate Videographer
• Post-Production Manager
• Executive Producer
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location

Sarah McClure is an investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker. She is currently in development on two documentaries through the support of The Investigative Fund at the Nation, Investigative Reporters & Editors, and ICFJ. Her films can be seen at The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Univision, Agence France-Presse, NPR, the Center for Investigative Reporting and Netflix's The Naked Truth investigative documentary series.

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

Founder of Kinship Filmworks, has over 15 years experience in video production. She makes her series directorial debut with URBAN FOOD CHAIN. Producing credits include educational series and documentary projects for Maryland Public Television, WTTW Chicago and Good Planet Productions. Film credits include "A Lawyer Walks into A Bar" and "Samsara". Native of Chicago, now living in Los Angeles. She is also a photography expressly interested in photojournalism.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Social Media Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Landscape Photographer
• Digital Content Creator

Hello! I've worn many hats in the production world throughout my career. My career began as an editor and camera operator and still love returning to these types of jobs. Currently, my main work is as a commercial director and photographer, but I also have been doing a lot of volumetric capture work for AR, VR, and VFX projects. I love working on new and exciting projects so please feel free to reach out with anything! I'm constanty travelling so no location is out of the question.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary

Nolan Veneklasen is a Location Sound Mixer, Camera Operator and Media Manager currently based in Los Angeles, CA. Raised in the gritty environment of the Arizona Sonoran desert, Nolan has worked in many different fields including : Reality TV, Documentary, Commercial and Feature Films. Combining his music/recording background with his On-Set knowledge, he can help create a helpful environment for your next upcoming project.

• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer
• Documentary DP

jed i. rosenberg was born in pittsburgh, studied film at nyu-tisch, and then moved to los angeles to make movies with his friends. his first feature film, louder than you think, a doc about the original drummer of indie rock royalty, pavement, debuted at the sxsw festival in 2023, where it won the audience award for its category. and no, his parents have never seen the film star wars, and any relation to characters, fictional or otherwise, was unintended by his creators.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Documentary DP

Miguel has been a Photographer, Cinematographer and Film editor for over 15 years. Originally from San Francisco, Miguel now lives in Los Angeles where he primarily produces and shoots content regularly . His filmic resume includes Documentaries, Feature films, short films, music videos, EPKs, corporate & commercial and other types of creative media. His photographic resume includes editorial, fashion, fitness, photojournalism, and more.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary

What makes a captivating story that touches the heart of your viewers? And how can you get that story out to millions of people? I’ve learned that the secret to engaging short form video content is to grab your viewer’s attention within the first three seconds and to keep them with shifting, critical key story points. I’ve worked with media organizations like Bloomberg, ITVS, WIRED, and KQED who are pushing the boundaries of news today. Let’s work together to publish stories that matter.

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

My name is Daniel Kusnir and I’m a Freelance Cinematographer from Pittsburgh, PA. I’m a graduate of Point Park University and have a ton of on set experience ranging from short films, feature films, Netflix documentaries, music videos, commercials, interviews, and corporate. I always strive to push my creativity to it’s limits so that every project I learn something. This has helped me to learn how to adapt on set and always work quickly and efficiently.

• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP