Discover Top Commercial DPs in Richmond, Virginia, USA

Sarah is a PhD-trained wildlife biologist and award-winning producer with extensive experience in broadcast and digital filmmaking, from development through post-production. She has traveled the globe documenting a wide variety of wildlife, ranging from golden eagles to hedgehogs. A lifelong animal-lover, Sarah decided to combine her passion for nature, travel, and storytelling into a career in wildlife filmmaking at an early age. After earning a BSc in Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology from the University of California, Davis, and a PhD in Animal Behavior from the University of Queensland, Sarah moved to the D.C. area to begin a career at National Geographic, where she most recently served as Supervising Producer for the magazine's video team.

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

In December, 2020, I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, with B.A. Anthropology and B.A. Media Studies. I am primarily interested in ethnographic film and photo journalism. ​ The intersection of anthropology and digital content creation converge in a space dedicated to ethical film making with holistic, comprehensive methodology and intent. My intention is not to tell people's stories for them, but rather, be a vessel in helping people tell their own stories, because everyone has a voice. My time at UNC-Greensboro and The University of Cape Town, helped in the acquisition of the necessary videography, editing, and journalism skills required to be successful in the media industry

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Documentary DP
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Event Photographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP

I am an award winning filmmaker and have experience in many disciplines in different cultures/countries including five years in the Taiwan and the Middle East.I spent 10 years in Hollywood in the entertainment field, writing, producing, directing and editing, primarily biographies and documentaries. These programs aired in syndication and on cable. The past few years I have focused on international/corporate productions with year-long contract stints in Taipei Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Dubai. Over the course of my career, I have successfully produced and directed with Arabic speaking crews as well as Mandarin Chinese and Filipino speaking crews. The success is all about being a clear and concise communicator no matter what the genre or locale.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

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.

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

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
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Production Company

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
• Fixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Leslie Baker is a photographer, filmmaker, and proud North Carolina native. After receiving a BFA in Photography from East Carolina University, Leslie moved to New York to work with Magnum photographer Steve McCurry. She then made her way to Durham, NC to study filmmaking at the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke. She has produced, directed, filmed, and edited several independent projects, including the short documentary Las Mujeres de San Juan (The Women of San Juan). Leslie is interested in documenting the ever-changing people and culture in small Southern communities. Her work often explores themes of social inequality and female empowerment.

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

I love editing good stories, making characters come alive and helping clients share their vision. I work as a video editor, shaping mini-documentaries and profiles to make a lasting impact, and touch the most people. Over the years, I've directed, filmed, and edited long-form and short documentaries. I've worked on independent projects, feature documentary films, and many shorter client pieces. I know what it takes for a video to 'work', and how to overcome production challenges in the edit room. I've won industry awards and had videos with over 5 million views. And I'd love to help you create content that inspires and moves people toward your goals.

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

Coastrightimages Director of Photography Cinematographer 24 years experience ENG/EFP/Color correction Lighting **Motion Film, Video and TV Production since 1996 ** Sony FS7 F3 A7SII(x2), A6000 +++ Tilta Cine Rig/10 Manuel Zeiss primes/ Angenieux /Legacy Nikon F, Minolta, Pentax Arri LED, Arri Tungsten, Chimera Medium Pancake Lantern, Chimera, Kino Flo, Kino Flo Divas, Arri 575 HMI, Arri 1k, 2k, Nila Boxer LED Light Fixture Deluxe Kit with Chimera, Daylight Matthews Grip, Lee Filters, DANA Dolly, Sachtler, Sennheiser, Sony OLED 17 and 7 inch, Small HD 702 Bright. Three Ton- 16 Foot Isuzu Turbo Diesel- Lighting & Grip Truck Owner I have a Soundman with full Sound package

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Gaffer
• Grip
• HD Live Operator
• Full-Service Live Production
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Fixer

Renegade is an innovative production company and powerful post-production house. Led by a seasoned team of producers, directors, editors, motion artists and visual storytellers Renegade Productions has served the Mid-Atlantic for over twenty years. Our team has collectively produced national commercials, Emmy Award winning campaigns, PSA’s, broadcast television, digital content, and feature films.   Our clients include Comcast, Under Armour, University of Baltimore, SECU, Erickson Living, Dunbar, Stanley Black & Decker, Dirt Devil, One Love Foundation, Care First, Sylvan Learning and many more.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Production Assistant

After a decade in television, award winning producer, writer and multimedia artist Emmett Williams started Mission Man Media, a company that has produced dozens of inspiring and educational documentaries, web series, and short films around the world. He has told the story of grieving mothers who have lost their sons in Brazil, produced a web series about climate change in Africa, portrayed threatened fishing communities in Alaska, documented illegal logging in the Amazon, created a Black Lives Matter web series, been part of large scale art performances in Europe and filmed protests from Standing Rock to Washington, DC.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Audio Storyteller

I have over 8 years of video production experience and have worked with grammy-nominated artists, national & international brands, and beyond. Currently, I serve as the Creative Director and Cinematographer of Odyssey Narratives, my video production company based in Raleigh, NC that specializes in music video, commercial, and strategic business content. Within these specialties, you can find me simultaneously wearing the hats of: producer, writer, storyboarder, camera operator, cinematographer, director, editor, & colorist.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Digital Content Creator

For 15 years I have been crafting documentaries on social issues and impact brands that activate audiences. I co-founded Invisible Children made famous by the hyper viral film KONY 2012 (100MM views in 5 days on youtube.) and the non-profit Global Poverty Project USA. Responsible for Global Citizen Festival in Central Park every September. I have grown up shooting, directing and editing from Central Africa to the DRC to Thailand. I love working with talented producers and sound mavens to tackle stories big and small.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I am Journalist and filmmaker with a passion for cultivating positive social change. Based out of Washington, DC, I am available for both foreign and domestic projects. As a filmmaker, I posses the skills to shoot and edit video as well as successfully market its message to the public. I currently work on the production team at the documentary journalism collective Discourse. To date, I have filmed multiple video packages for local companies and organizations, two international short documentaries as well as many news packages and short films.

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

Forage Films was founded in 2014 by award-winning documentary filmmaker Laura Asherman. Our tight-knit team of industry-professionals help mission-driven businesses, non-profits, and news outlets connect to their audiences through the power of video storytelling. We wear all of the filmmaking hats, including producing, directing, filming, editing, and working closely with clients to see their projects through from start to finish. Laura is currently working between Latin America and Atlanta, Georgia.

• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant

Teo Melchishua is an award winning digital media producer, filmmaker, animator, projection and motion graphics designer, VJ and professor. He is currently exploring narrative projects that explore concepts in sci-fi, drama, animation, experimental as well as artistic endeavors in video projection, projection mapping and visual experience design. As a digital media producer, Teo is always "in the lab" seeking new and innovative ways to trasmit his audiences and clients into new worlds and challenge boundaries.

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

What's in my core camera kit: 1x Blackmagic Pocket 4K, 2x Rode Lavaliers. Warm hello to all assignment leads and editorial producers! I'm a professional live producer, camera operator, field producer, and full-kit videographer, having spent the last decade working with documentary teams, and as a video journalist for the Huffington Post, NowThis News, and various political campaigns. I have traveled to 18 countries, many for documentary style projects, serving as a field producer and audio tech or camerawoman.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Field Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• HD Live Operator
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Post-Production Manager
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

Seasoned producer/dp with over twenty five years experience shooting nationally and internationally. Intimately familar with the rigors of shooting in Washington DC. Whether you need a one man band for a quick stand up or interview on Capitol Hill or an original set, and multiple camera package, we are available to guide you through the production process. We provide many different camera packages from a simple EX3 to a 4K F5, we will have the camera, lighting, grip package to meet your requirements.

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

Ahmad Alami is a seasoned Director of Photography with over 20 years of experience in broadcast news, documentary filmmaking, commercial projects, and more. He speaks four languages (Arabic, Hebrew, Russian and English) and has experience working on everything from large set productions to one-man-band operations. He can jump into a news crew team with in-depth knowledge from lives working with i24 News in Jerusalem, and also produces rapid-dissemination social media content for corporate clients around the world. He also edits with Final Cut Pro X, Premiere, and Davinci Resolve.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Senior Editor

I’m a Lebanese-American video journalist and documentary film director based in Washington, D.C. I work with clients like The New York Times, NPR, PBS’s Frontline, The World Bank Group, UNICEF and many more. I’ve reported on the election of President Barack Obama, 2005 elections in Lebanon, the Charlie Hebdo terrorist attacks in Paris, Black Matter in Italy, a Hepatitis E epidemic in Nepal and genetically modified mosquitoes in Italy. I’m a native English speaker with fluent French and Italian with intermediate Arabic.

• Art Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Field Producer