Discover Top Commercial DPs in Simi Valley, California, USA

French born, Thomas grew up in Reunion Island, spending his time between the ocean and the movie theaters. After graduating with a Bachelor's Degree of Film Production in Australia, Thomas travelled the world for a number of years from his Dubai base, expanding his knowledge and developing his sensitivity whilst filming everything he saw. Having relocated to Los Angeles in 2018, he has perfected his eye and established his voice and versatility as both a cinematographer and director, with an ever growing body of work in all areas of the industry. Thomas loves storytelling and is a collaborator at heart. It's as simple as that.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Production Company

Joshua Ortiz is an award-winning Las Vegas filmmaker who has directed and produced content for international brands like The NBA, Coke, Booking.com and more. In 2014, Ortiz’s short film Listen was awarded Most Unique Short Film in Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's HBO TV Show Project Greenlight. In 2015, his film Wake Up was chosen as 1 of the 12 best international short films to screen at the 2016 Festival De Cannes. In 2017 and 2018, he completed a 3,500-mile drive across America to direct a documentary series called the Drive For Men's Health. Ortiz is currently writing a feature film script with his wife Valeri while working as a freelance director and editor.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director

Shoubert is a director and a DOP, (Director of Photography) based in Orange County, CA. He has worked in both the private and public sector throughout his career. His love for visual inspiration has led him to produce inspiring and engaging solutions through multiple platforms while helping clients tell their story and engage their audience. Shoubert has directed, filmed and produced numerous international and domestic productions in South East Asia, Africa, Central America, Europe and here in North America, working with organizations such as World Vision US and Canada, Bethany, Ten Thousand Villages, Luxottica, Martin Vanegas Agency, Taco Bell, SHELL, and Safe Families to name a few.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Creative Director
• Colorist
• Sound Designer

Kenny McMillan is the founder/director of OWL BOT Digital Cinema in West Los Angeles. Started in 2015, OWL BOT is a small production outlet designed to produce premium content with speed and efficiency. By combining the most recent filmmaking technology with traditional concepts and practices, OWL BOT is able to create beautiful content with even the most basic of shooting packages. We currently use the Full Frame 6K C500mkII for the ultimate in image quality. Before starting OWL BOT, Kenny worked for a number of companies including Red Bull, ABC Studios, New York Film Academy, and Fuel TV. Visit www.owlbot.co for videos, articles, and further information.

• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer
• Colorist
• Corporate Videographer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Video Editor - Documentary

Award winner filmmaker, Matías Muñoz-Rodríguez is the founder of Fu The Dog Productions, a digital video company focusses in creating and executing content like short documentaries, promotional videos, SM campaigns, among others. Some of his clients include; LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), Bunim & Murray Productions, KCET PBS, La Musica. Muñoz-Rodríguez has proven experience producing seamless shots, mitigating and anticipating problems and expertly collaborating with project members including senior executives. He is passionate about film, art, fashion, music and social media–lifestyle videos.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Translator
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Executive Producer
• Senior Editor

My name is Nicola De Prato and I'm an Italian Cinematographer, Videographer, and Editor Based in LA. My experience ranges across different fields: short films, music videos, commercials, documentaries, and interviews. Style is a must nowadays so creating a world within the frame is my ultimate goal. I'm capable of recreating multiple setups and moods depending on what the director/artist is looking for. I own a BMPCC 6K, Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8, Canon 24-70mm f/2.8, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8, Canon 100mm f/2.8, Manfrotto Tripods, Zoom F3, Sennheiser MK 600, Aputure Lights, DJI Ronin RS2. Here's my Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/nicoladeprato/

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer

From shooting atop 350-ft tall wind turbines to inside caves to the jungles of Central America, I have done a lot of interesting work in some unique situations. I have 12+ years experience as a filmmaker, where I've learned how to do nearly everything myself, including shooting, editing, motion graphics, writing scripts, and presenting/hosting on camera. I have ridden my bicycle across America (twice), creating videos to promote bicycle travel, and have created a 10-episode web series using nothing but stock media. I shoot a lot of nature stock footage with cinema cameras, and create filmmaking tutorials.

• Corporate Videographer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Copywriter
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Reporter / Journalist
• Field Producer
• Production Company

I am an editor based in the Los Angeles metropolitan area with experience in short documentary and branded content. I'm available for documentary and corporate videography Outside of hands on production, I have extensive experience working as a producer and production partner with startups and tech companies to deliver on their video content creation goals. Narratively, I'm Interested in stories about youth culture and subcultures of the United States, and I'm infatuated with the American experience as it is lived by the marginalized and the downtrodden. I hope to tell the stories of the “others” through my work.

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

ALEX DAVIS-LAWRENCE is a filmmaker, photographer, and creative producer based in Los Angeles. He has more than ten years of experience creating documentary-style video and photography for commercial clients and agencies, including for companies like Adobe, Visa, T-Mobile, Cisco, Coca Cola, Spotify, Dell, Microsoft, Neutrogena, and more. In addition to his advertising work, Alex has produced, shot, and edited narrative and documentary short films that have screened in festivals across the country, and has worked with major art and non-profit institutions like the Kellogg Foundation, the ACLU of Washington, and Storm King Art Center.

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

I am a filmmaker, producer, and editor. I love meeting new people and learning about what they do. My job is to create videos that promote my clients. Whether they are a large business or small start ups, or musicians, my mission is the same. Create a video that gets their audience engaged and excited! I have been in the industry for 8 years and have my own professional equipment. I have worked on corporate promotional videos, kick starter videos, music videos, real estate videos, aerial videos and weddings. Each new project is different and I love that because it forces me to keep my skills sharp. Feel free to contact me for a free consultation.

• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Production Assistant

As a freelance videographer and photographer based out of Ventura County, I specialize in creating content centered in the fitness, wellness, luxury wedding, and travel space. Stemming from my own love of adventure and exploration — I’ve developed a craft for creating compelling and authentic content that tells the story of both my client, and the beauty and culture of my surroundings. Whether I’m shooting in the middle of a rapid-paced river, or along the serene beaches of Bali — the quality, precision, and passion of my work remains true to one goal: To celebrate and experience the world through my camera lense — and invite those on the other side to join.

• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

I have worked as a cinematographer, editor, and producer in the action sports industry for 16 years. My goal is to create content that is not only visually stimulating, but that also brings out the emotion of the viewer and tells the whole story. I started off my career in the surf industry and over time it has blossomed into creating content for a wide range of acton sports. Mountain Biking, Surfing, Skating, FMX, Wake boarding, Snowboarding, Rally car, and MMA are not only sports I enjoy watching, but have been fortunate enough to have been able to shoot and produce fresh content diving deep into the lives of these professional athletes.

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

Founder of Brand Story, a Video Marketing Agency. We work with brands, businesses, nonprofit organizations who want to connect on a deeper level. Our brand story videos capture the stories around a business in a way that they are strategically told to land with the ideal target viewer. From a 3 day shoot in Baja California Mexico telling the incredible stories behind nonprofit organization Greatness Collective, to capturing the Story Influence Event of Chris Smith's popular "The Campfire Effect" and helping them sell out their next events, we create both mini-documentary as well as narrative videos with frameworks that capture the essence of a business.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

Steven Wilson is a Los Angeles based filmmaker who grew up in the California Central Coast. He started making short films In high school, and was named a Presidential Scholar in the Arts for his work in film/animation. At UCLA he wrote and directed sketch comedy with comedy group The Wait List, with whom he made an award-winning student short film that went on to be shown in Sundance's Shorts Corner. After college he formed Beautimus Productions where he produced and directed commercials. His commercial clients include Lego, Bayer, GMC, Bud Light, HP, MapQuest, Axe, Norelco, Ricola, and ESPN. He has also directed narrative content for MTV and PlayStation.

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Music Composer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Fixer

Videography has always been a passion of mine. I have been interested in all aspects of videography since Junior High. I currently have a 4 year degree in the field and constantly expanding my skills to further assist my video work. Some of these skills are music composition, vfx, writing and graphic design. I also enjoy matte painting, programming and audio engineering. My wife is at least assisting on my projects because I love to have multiple insights and love her talents. She's an excellent color grader, writer, photographer and graphic design artist! She has a more realistic approach to her art as mine is more Disney or World of War Craft style.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer

Kadri Koop is an Estonian director/DP based in LA. Before moving to the US, she studied and worked in various parts of Europe and Asia from Amsterdam to Singapore. Her work experience extends from her native Tallinn to Beijing, London and Havana. She thrives in foreign production climates and has work experience in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, English and Estonian. Her films have screened at film festivals from the US to the Middle East, and her work has been featured in various online publications including AJ+ Español, The Atlantic and USA Today. ​ Kadri holds an M.F.A. in Documentary Film & Video from Stanford University and is a cinematography fellow at American Film Institute.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Commercial DP

I live to shoot and shoot to live. My work history is compiled of a vast array of content. Nothing holds me from throwing myself at non-fiction content in its various forms, as well as my own artistic expressions in fiction. In the commercial realm, I've worked with huge clients as well as scrappy bands just starting out. I'm an explorer of the countless dimensions of the visual capture, and viewing experience. I've shot Features Films, Short Films, TV Ads, Web Ads, Promos, Music Videos, Documentaries, Scripted Web Series, Web Talk Shows, And Experimental Films. I'm willing and able to contribute to your story.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• HD Live Operator
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Digital Content Creator
• Sound Designer
• Colorist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager

I'm a documentary/commercial filmmaker. I've been shooting now for over 10 years on everything from low/no budget to big budget productions. I started my own rigging company about 6 years ago, but I enjoy filmmaking more than running a business. Among many projects, building our own electric car has been one that's kept us entertained the last year, and I plan to integrate that into filmmaking projects coming up. I'm always excited for what's coming next and I embrace and learn a lot from every situation. Problem solving is what I do best, it really doesn't matter what type of problem it is. Hope we get to work on a project together soon.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Graphic Designer
• Motion Graphics Designer

Nader is a videographer, photographer, and documentary film director born in 1984, based in SD,CA. but he's available for any worldwide assignment, His postgraduate thesis focuses on the difference between the image in theater versus video art. Nader has acquired 85 international awards since he started his art career in 2010. Many of his Videos/photographs have been exhibited and published in highly prestigious venues including the National Geographic website & Great Big Story channel. Nader’s footages are known for expressing intimacy with his subjects as well as spontaneity. They have a dynamic quality that gives the impression that they are film scenes.

• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Commercial DP

Cole Sprague is an innovative cinematographer known for their artful use of cutting edge production technology. With a background in robotics and photography, they are uniquely equipped to handle the technical aspects of production, and they have an eye for powerful imagery. From an early age Cole was exposed to fine art through their mother and grandmother, both lifelong painters, and learned to appreciate the possibilities of good lighting and composition. When they aren’t on set, Cole can often be found exploring the outdoors on their bike or in their 4Runner. Cole often fabricates custom hardware via 3D printing, CNC, and laser cutting, to help tackle difficult production challenges.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Fixer
• Production Assistant