Discover Top Documentary DPs in Paterson, New Jersey, USA

Tenzin Shakya is a Tibetan-American Journalist with more than four years of experience producing news stories in private and nonprofit journalism. She covers stories related to social justice, peace and security, national security, and human rights. Before becoming a journalist, Shakya worked for Rethink Media, a nonprofit organization working to shift the public discussion on issues related to peace and security, national security, and human rights. Shakya graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Women and Gender Studies. Her work has been published in San Mateo County Times, San Jose Mercury News, Contra Costa Times, and The Oakland Tribune.

• Reporter / Journalist
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Over the past five years, I've worked with NBC Olympics, The Huffington Post, NBA.com, ESPN, USOpen.org and others to produce high-end broadcast and web content. The majority of my professional work has focused on sports and non-profits, but I am also interested in culture and health. Last year, I started shooting a short documentary following a premier athlete who decided to go vegan. And last summer, I shot, edited and produced a multimedia series following the female athletes who are moms who competed for Team USA in London. As a long-time New Yorker, I'd love to continue hunting for stories here as well as abroad. This summer, I'm considering taking a road-trip across the U.S. to hunt for stories.

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Nicole Boliaux, Nikki to her friends, graduated from Western Kentucky University and the Danish School of Media and Journalism in Aarhus, Denmark. She was a photo intern at Tulsa World in Oklahoma, NPR Music in DC, the Deseret News in Salt Lake City and the San Francisco Chronicle. Currently, she is currently a freelance video editor and cinematographer in New York City. Her work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, NPR.org, The San Francisco Chronicle, Buzzfeed, The Smithsonian Magazine, ViewFind, Courier Journal, Tulsa World, The Deseret News, The Salt Lake Tribune, The Oklahoman and The Cleveland American. x x

• Documentary DP
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• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
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• Sound Mixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Commercial DP
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Sound Designer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Colorist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Audio Storyteller

Hi! I'm a hard-working and easy to get along with director of photography, working in corporate, branded content, documentary and reality television. Originally from Slovenia, I moved to the Washington, DC area at the age of 10. During college I started to PA and got my intro into the documentary/political world prevalent in the area. For the past eight years I've been based in NYC shooting for clients like National Geographic, Ralph Lauren, HBO, ABC and many others. I am proficient in Movi, Phantom and other specialized camera systems. Thanks for reading and looking forward to working with you!

• Commercial DP
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• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator

I'm a videojournalist, writer, and editor based in New York City with experience freelancing in Brazil, Paris, Mexico, and China. My filming style ranges from news documentary to hip-hop clips, to live streams and in-studio productions, and everything mixed up and in between - all depending on your story. My videos have ended up at international news agencies, local media, music labels, NGOs and universities. Although I grew up in the inner-cities, today I strive to live on the inside of the outer world: ready to pitch unique local stories, investigate dangerous curiosities, and cross the borders necessary according to the latest assignment.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
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• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
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I'm an award-winning director and producer based in New York. I've produced a wide range of documentary and television projects for PBS, A&E, VICE, New York Times, Fusion, CNN, MTV, and several other networks and outlets. Most recently I directed a film about an underground fight club created to stem gun violence for the New York Times, and a harrowing film about the female FARC guerillas of Columbia for the Emmy-nominated VICELAND series "Woman." I've also directed a feature-length documentary titled "The Money Stone" which explores the child labor in African gold mining through the intimate coming-of-age story of two struggling boys.

• Documentary DP
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• Video Editor - Documentary
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• TV News Producer
• Video Editor - News
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Independent videographer/PA/MMJ covering breaking news and current events around the U.S. and world, producing content for a wide variety media clients - from video news agencies, newswire services, online magazines, businesses and non-profit organizations - while covering a diverse range of topics. Over the past 10 years, I've provided video production and reporting services at competitive rates for local, national and international publishers. I received my master’s degree from the Medill School of Journalism and hold a bachelor’s degree in Multimedia and Communication Studies from Florida Atlantic University.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Assistant
• Grip
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Audio Storyteller

Ora DeKornfeld is a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she studied Media Studies and Gender Studies. She likes to tell stories through video, audio and dance. She is candid, intrepid and unapologetically herself. Some of her clients include the New York Times, P&G, The Los Angeles Times and Found Sound Nation. Her work has been featured by National Geographic, SXSW, Pictures of the Year International and The Webby Awards among others. She loves acro yoga, feminist satire and sleeping on coffee shop sofas. She hates writing in the third person. She is currently based in Brooklyn, NY!

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

Emily is a director and editor who has worked on award-winning documentaries, TV specials and advertising campaigns. Her work has been featured in numerous publications such as (but not limited to) Creativity, Fast Company's CoCreate, and Huffington Post. Most recently, Emily launched "The Sidekick Series," a documentary web series featuring rescued and adopted pets. The diverse stories ended up being featured in CoCreate, BuzzFeed, The Atlantic, and more. Emily holds a BFA from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and is a member of New York Women in Film & Television, The Film Shop, Film Fatales, and IFP. She currently works at Firstborn in New York City.

• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
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• Video Editor - Documentary
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Ashleigh Hill is currently a Events Producer at Milk Studios in New York City. She may be young, but her enthusiasm, drive, and adventure make up for what she lacks in years. Ever since the day she was born, her head has been lost in the clouds, endlessly dreaming, leading her to shoot for the stars, eventually landing her in New York City. Her passion lies with humanity, making her primary goal, parallel her work with positive progression of mankind, as well teaching all to live each day with kindness, generosity, and love. A true pioneer of altruism and empathy, following her duty to strangers helping the world for future generations to come.

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• TV News Producer
• Production Assistant
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• Full-Service Live Production
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
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• On-Air Reporter / Host

Founded while backpacking around the world in 2012 and 2013, Less Than Far Films (formerly Flyover Pictures) is focused on stories of underrepresented communities and disappearing places. Our work has been featured as an official showcase in the 2014 Greenpoint Film Festival, in the 2013 Green Unplugged Film Festival, on Yahoo! Brazil. We’ve been commissioned to create work for Wanderlust Festivals, a U.S.-based organization, and Friends of Koh Rong and Trailblazer, both Cambodian non-profits, and featured on About Harvest. We’re currently working on our first long-form, The Last Roadhouse, about an old Pony Express roadhouse in Nevada and their struggle to implement renewable energy.

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Joseph Macharia is a skilled Cinematographer/DP who brings stories to life through his lens. As an award-winning editor with expertise in motion graphics, he turns ideas into engaging visual content. Whether working on documentaries or commercials, Joseph's collaborative approach and careful planning help realize each client's vision. His work has attracted diverse clients, including the World Bank, USTDA, Prosper Africa, the Virginia Health Department, Fresno State Athletics, and the NFL Foundation. Looking to turn your concept into a memorable visual project? Joseph's experience with respected organizations could be just what you need.

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• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Video Editor - Commercial
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• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Assistant

I'm Emily and I'm the owner/exec producer of GC.NYC, a.k.a. Geraghty Creative, a video and photo production company in New York City. I've been working as a director, producer, journalist, photographer, DP and editor for the past 11 years. Before starting my company, I was staff for Conde Nast, Bustle, and MTV. My team at GC.NYC works together 5 days a week in our Times Square office and 855 square foot studio. We make broadcast and streaming spots, branded content documentaries, product photo and video, UGC and so much more. We work with Sony cinema cameras, Aputure lighting and top-of-the-line gear. We are proudly an all-women team. We'd love to work with you!

• Art Director
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• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Colorist
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
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• Corporate Videographer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Full-Service Live Production
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Executive Producer
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• Post-Production Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Digital Content Creator
• Podcast Producer
• Social Media Producer
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• TV News Producer

I specialize in producing high-performance videos at scale and support areas in editing and motion design. My experience heightens acquisition and brand awareness. Pre-production capabilities include ideation, conception, scripting, and storyboarding geared across diverse platforms. As a junior writer and stylistic editor, I approach my work from creative and editorial standpoints while leveraging Google and MOZ Analytics to refine and optimize content. I've worked with companies like Uber Health, Zumba, Strong Nation, Trovata AI Banking, Icertis, the Heritage Foundation, and more. I produce a customized approach to every project.

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• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Sound Designer
• Digital Content Creator
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Video Editor - Documentary

Telling stories and building content marketing strategies at the Gamma Lab, where expertise meets passion. I'm an innovative visual storyteller with 10+ years producing, shooting, and directing photography (DP). As a producer with a passion for creating unique visual aesthetics, I work closely with clients and crew to create media that represents their unique brand and message. My credits span TV, social media, and film, include work with Americas Promise Alliance, Encore Global, AARP, and MoveOn.org. Though have I produced on big budget, multi-camera shoots, I most enjoy micro-crew productions where I can be hands-on with lighting, shooting, and directing.

• Documentary DP
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• Line Producer / On-Location
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B. 1989, NYC, Isaac Green Diebboll is an artist, documentary filmmaker and co-founder of educational non-profit ENGN ("engine") Civic Creative Center, 501(c)3. His projects focus on human connection, working intergenerationally between urban and rural communities. Isaac has an MS in Design and Urban Ecology from Parsons School of Design Strategies, The New School, and has a BFA in Interdisciplinary Sculpture from the Maryland Institute College of Art., and serves as part-time faculty at Parsons, The New School. He has also served on various government, planning, non-profit and community boards and is a volunteer fireman in Hortonville, NY.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Video Editor - Documentary

I am a cinematographer and video editor located in Connecticut. Multiple years in broadcast engineering and over a decade in general videography. This includes all aspects of producing, directing, cinematography, and video editing from pre-to-post production. I am fluent in Adobe Premiere Pro CC, and have various levels of skill in Adobe After Effects CC, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Audition, DaVinci Resolve, and Avid Media Composer. I have worked with a multitude of production organizations including Universal, RED, Paramount, Warner Brothers, and have produced a variety of short films, music videos, and documentaries for online media.

• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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• Production Assistant
• Grip
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• HD Live Operator
• Fixer

Joey Carey is a Producer/Director and founding partner of Sundial Pictures. He has worked on a variety of scripted and documentary films including Emmy Nominated Welcome to Leith, The Seventh Fire, Obvious Child, Jiro Dreams of Sushi, Pariah, Jack of the Red Hearts, and Youth In Oregon. His films have played at festivals including Sundance, Berlin, SXSW, Tribeca, and Toronto. His films have been released by companies such as A24, Magnolia Pictures, Focus Features, and Samuel Goldwyn. He has also created content for companies such as Univision, Fusion, and Conde Nast. He lives and works between in New York City and Havana, Cuba.

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Co-creator of the five part documentary series, Third Candidates. Where we looked at the 2016 election from the angle of third party candidates and election system reformers to learn about what keeps insiders in and outsiders out. Rather than learning php in high-school, I picked up Final Cut Pro. That lead me to my first job in NYC editing branded content videos for the likes Bon Appetit and Allure. That was 2007. No one called them branded. For about 7 years I moved into management for a couple media platforms (Blip, Timehop) in the NYC area before moving back to the storytelling side of things.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
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A versatile and innovative executive video producer, director and editor with extensive experience in brand development through video production and creative business communications. A dynamic leader with established capabilities in performing concurrent duties under tight deadlines. Assembles talented teams, collaborates with stakeholders, and utilizes each associate’s skill set to meet or exceed the desired goal or result. Possesses a proven aptitude for strategy-driven and integrated marketing communications programs. A goal-oriented problem solver with exceptional vision who brings proven leadership to every new project or initiative.

• Commercial DP
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• Sound Mixer
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• Video Editor - Commercial