Discover Top Documentary DPs in Reno, Nevada, USA

Sarah Berkovich is a grad from Stanford’s MFA in Documentary Film and Video program. She has produced and directed several award-winning short documentaries, which have played at film festivals across the United States. Covering topics as eclectic as modern day lighthouse keepers, a Hassidic all-girl rock band, and an elderly man who planted 10,000 trees, she gravitates towards compelling characters and unique perspectives. She has had the opportunity to work at MIT, the International Documentary Association, and for the WGBH production, American Experience. Sarah currently lives in Silicon Valley and has recently become involved with interactive multimedia and virtual reality video production. She seeks to apply her storytelling skills to connect people to new ways of looking at the world.

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• Video Editor - Documentary

DREAM IT. MAKE IT. AMPLIFY IT. Full Production Studios Built To Engage, Educate, & Entertain. Our business is delivering quality video production, and our heart is compelling and meaningful storytelling. Oliver de Lantsheere makes magic happen. Anywhere, anytime. Oliver has twelve years of experience working as a Director/Producer and Media Strategist. He’s directed video content for major Broadcast Networks, such as MTV, Speed, Stars and Fuse, and Fortune 500 companies like Nielsen, Chanel, and Starwoods. He built multi-screen content networks from the ground up; notably Billboard Video, where he successfully boosted viewership from zero to half a billion views in only two years. He also designed and developed TrickMob, a user generated, curated, video learning tool with the goal of giving content a purpose through community and game.

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I'm a San Francisco Bay Area based Director, Producer & DP bringing empathy, authenticity and beauty to branded content & documentary films. My background in photojournalism, non-profit and agency work allows me to find the emotional core behind my client’s stories. As a creative director & cinematographer I’ve brought the feel goods to all aspects of production for clients including Uber Freight, Levi's, Intel, Twilio, Dignity Health, TOPIC, CNN, Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and Silicon Valley Bank. Before this, I spent a decade as a Director / DP crafting documentary content in the U.S., East Africa and Central America. From concept to execution, I produced projects for clients such as the GE Foundation, Google, Microsoft, The Guardian, Al Jazzera International and The San Francisco Chronicle.

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Patrick Burns, founder and CEO of Still N Motion, has been creating innovative video and photography in the San Francisco Bay Area and across the globe. Patrick received a degree in Radio Television Broadcasting with an emphasis in Film and a minor in Journalism from San Jose State University. He started Still N Motion in 1982 after extensive experience as a Cinematographer, Aerial Image Special Effects Artist, studio and location Photographer and Producer for 5 years. He has worked with many of the top corporations and technology companies in the Bay Area and beyond. Patrick has extensive experience with green screen compositing in Studio and on Location in single and multi-camera configurations. He has worked as DP/Videographer for ABC, CBS, PBS, BBC, ESPN and many other broadcast agencies.

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Emmy Award-winning reporter/anchor with 15 years of on-camera experience, including 4 years at CBS in Los Angeles. I've traveled extensively for work, including 2 seasons with the LA Rams and I've done 1-man band reporting in Australia, Germany, London, and the Philippines. I’m equipped with a full video production setup, including professional video cameras, audio equipment, and a green screen. I also have 5 years of social media work under my belt, building a following of 250K by connecting with people in creative ways. I continue to learn Spanish & pride myself on being a team player. For a reel of my work, please visit this link which includes a story I shot & edited - https://youtu.be/6NEHpw_kCRw

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• Video Editor - Documentary
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Pallavi Somusetty is a documentary filmmaker and video journalist and an alum of UC Berkeley J-School's documentary program. She works as a videographer and editor filming important stories for media outlets and clients. Her recent documentary, Escaping Agra (escapingagra.com), is screening in film festivals across North America. In the last fourteen years Pallavi's career has seen her reporting for a community newspaper in Silicon Valley, videotaping product users at a New York City ad agency, producing short-form educational documentaries, and traveling internationally to film challenging stories, most recently in India and Belize. In her spare time she fills up her phone with photos of her kid.

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We produce digital and emerging media that’s innovative, compelling and resonates with an audience. We specialize in video & animation and can concept, produce and post projects partnering with agencies and clients alike. We’ve been producing video and animated media for over 15 years for world-class clients such as CBS, AT&T, Intel, MTV, Microsoft, NBC, Spike TV, Warner Brothers, and more. We focus on creating digital media: Instagram & Facebook, Online Marketing, Explainer Videos, Education & Training– Testimonials & Interviews, Lifestyle and Brand Essence. We use a broad range of skills: Full Video Production, Scriptwriting, Video Editing, Post Production Effects, Title Graphics, Sound Design, 2D/3D Animation. Audio Production, Title Design. Live Streaming Broadcast.

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I am a documentary filmmaker and photojournalist based in Bay Area. Currently I am attending Graduate School of Journalism, University of California at Berkeley. I bring more than ten years of experience in documentary photography, producing, directing and editing documentary films and video productions. My work spans diverse subjects, ranging from human rights and environmental sustainability to community empowerment and cultural preservation. As a versatile filmmaker, I am adept at navigating various production environments and collaborating effectively with diverse teams. Additionally, my professional journey has taken me to fifteen countries, where I've had the opportunity to immerse myself in various cultures and work with diverse teams.

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I am an Oakland-based shooter/editor. Before moving to video in the mid-00's, I worked as a photo assistant and photographer for advertising and editorial where honed my lighting skills and technical camera knowledge. I have worked on projects ranging from independent feature films to short documentary series to corporate explainers. I was born in Singapore, transported to the Mid-Atlantic and grew up Chinese Minnesotan. Moved to the Bay Area as a lot of folks were heading the other direction. Fast friends, but not really much of a hugger. When not working (but not malfunctioning), you can sometimes find me playing music or riding my bike, but you're just as likely to find me on the couch reading or napping.

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JoeBill Muñoz is a Mexican-American director and producer. He’s currently working on a scripted series with Left/Right Media in collaboration with The New York Times, and directing and producing an independent feature documentary about solitary confinement in California prisons. He's previously worked on a feature documentary with director Gabriela Cowperthwaite in collaboration with Reveal at the Center for Investigative Reporting, and an Emmy-award winning Frontline investigation, KIDS CAUGHT IN THE CRACKDOWN, about the for-profit mass detention of migrant children in the US. His work has been supported by the Sundance Documentary Fund, Firelight Media, ITVS, SFFILM, the Reva and David Logan Foundation, and others.

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Kyle Maack is a video producer at Engadget and all-around maker of images. He graduated from Temple University’s Film and Media Arts program in Philadelphia, and co-founded the artist collective Girard Hall in 2011, which continues to thrive as an institution in the local arts and music scene. Upon graduation, he ventured to Los Angeles to work under veteran documentary filmmakers Keith Fulton and Lou Pepe until he was lured away by the rolling rolling hills of San Francisco. Whether Kyle is creating a simple product review or an ambitious documentary, he places truth and authenticity above all else. Through candid moments and the occasional happy accident, he strives to put a little bit of real in everything he does. He intends to continue keeping it real.

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Hi, there! I hope you're having a great day! My name is Maria Goddard and I worked for a nationally-award-winning student newscast as a reporter, anchor, and producer. I have experience shooting, editing, writing, and on-camera talent. I have won awards from the AP, Society of Professional Journalists, Southeast Journalism Conference, and Louisiana Association of Broadcasters, to name some. I completed two internships at WDSU & WAFB. WDSU is 2nd largest in New Orleans and WAFB is one of 2 major in Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana. The link will bring you to a video that I shot, edited, and wrote to make a package. I am located in the northern California area, specifically, Redding, but am willing to travel. God bless you and I am looking forward to hearing from you!

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Raymund Amonoy is a professional Cinematographer and producer, he started his career as a production assistant for several independent films and was mentored by multiple filmmakers for directing, during his time with mentoring he discovered his interest in working and designing with lights and doing more camera works, which gave him opportunities to get to work in several film, commercial, and documentary in the Philippines, his long term work is with “Storyline” a documentary show produced by ANC He his currently based in San Francisco California and working as a freelance DP/field producer in various production house He recently won two Emmy awards for his collaboration with abc7 producers Full time father and part time cinematographer.

• Documentary DP
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I am a multimedia artist and storyteller––a commercial and documentary filmmaker and photographer who specializes in outdoor adventure, lifestyle, environmental, and human interest work. I am especially drawn to working with eco-conscious brands, B corporations, and companies that are committed to equality and the environment. For the past twelve years I have been freelancing full time in the film and photo industry, starting through the camera department while pursing creative side projects. Along the way I have worked on union commercial sets, feature films, television, and documentaries. Now I primarily fill the roll of photographer, camera operator, documentary DP, and/or director but I also take my love of illustration/design, audio, and artistry wherever I go.

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• Audio Storyteller
• Portrait Photographer
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My name is Touacha Her and I am a DP based in Chicago, IL. I started my focus in the camera department since 2011. Working a lot with direct to client work, I have a deep understanding on how production is run. As a DP, I work extensively with the Director and communicate through the entire process and vision to ensure that we are capturing the aesthetic and style imagined. I utilize CineDesigner in Cinema4D, to pre-visualize everything from blocking, lighting, composition to camera movement all in a 3D environment. This allows me to communicate to my clients and crew, my vision quickly and effectively reducing costs through preparation while honing in on the critical storytelling elements that matter.

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Currently residing in the San Fransisco Bay Area, Rob is a photographer and filmmaker with experience working with the world’s foremost networks and publications. Most recently Rob has worked as a photojournalist with ABC10 Sacramento covering Northern California wildfires, police shootings, homelessness, and a broad range of other topical stories for daily broadcast. His international work has focused on Syria, Iraq, and North Africa, and has been published and broadcasted on the BBC, Al-Jazeera, National Public Radio, Deutsche Welle, Perspective Magazine, Radio Netherlands Worldwide, and Vice Magazine. Rob has also worked in television production for National Geographic, Discovery Channel, and PBS in New York City.storytelling experiences.

• Documentary DP
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• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
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• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
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• Corporate Videographer
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I’m a producer, videographer, editor and storyteller. I’ve worked in documentary video production for more than 10 years, focusing on stories of human interest and health. I received my MA in Broadcast Journalism from the Annenberg School of Journalism at the University of Southern California. And although I no longer work in “day-to-day news”, I am using the skills I attained at Annenberg to help tell meaningful stories of couples, organizations, and individuals. A native of the Sonoma wine country, I love nature, meeting new people and learning as much as I can about the world around me. When I’m not behind the camera, I can be found tending to my garden, feeding my turtles, or experimenting in the kitchen!

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• Corporate Videographer

Originally from Los Angeles, I’m a writer and radio & multimedia producer with a particular interest in documenting stories on cultural identity and human vulnerability. I’ve also worked as an arts reporter, and currently report news and features for KALW in San Francisco. Recently, I completed a documentary multimedia project exploring how a community of western parents with adopted Chinese daughters connects with and preserves their Chinese culture. My audio, visual and written work have appeared in The New York Times, NPR, KQED, and BBC World News, among others. Currently, I’m based in Oakland, California. I graduated from U.C. Berkeley with a degree in Rhetoric, and hold a certificate in Photography and Multimedia from the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies.

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Esy Casey's directorial debut JEEPNEY (2014) premiered on the PBS World Channel program FILIPINO AMERICAN LIVES, was nominated for Best Documentary at CAAMFest and won the jury prize for Best Cinematography at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival. She is the recipient of awards and fellowships from organizations including The Princess Grace Foundation USA, The Ford Foundation’s JustFilms Initiative, The Center for Asian American Media, and The American Association of University Women. Her cinematography work can be seen in the films BORN TO FLY on Independent Lens (with DPs Albert Maysles and Kirsten Johnson, Dir. Cat Gund) and BEFORE YOU KNOW IT on America Reframed (Dir. PJ Raval). Her clients include The New York Times, Condé Nast, and Filmmaker Magazine.

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Eli Jacobs-Fantauzzi is a film director who graced the screen making his mark in international documentaries. His unique style blends a modern visual aesthetic with relevant content. A graduate of UC Berkeley, he received his MA degree from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Capturing stories for non-profits, Eli has carved a niche working to further the missions of organizations like Ford Foundation, Leveraging Investments in Creativity Inc., Microsoft Research India. His work has circulated through the National Broadcast: Free Speech TV, Teaching Channel and PBS. His dedication to his craft is deeply connected to his commitment to social justice and the belief in the transformative power of film.

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