Boris S.

About

Boris Shirman is a first-generation American, whose family came from the former Soviet Union. Boris graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Photojournalism. Currently, he is based in Brooklyn, N.Y. working as Director of Photography and Editor recently left his position as Director of Photography and Editor at Fly on the Wall Productions. He collaborates with producers and editors to capture and edit content in order to create docu-styled stories. Interfacing with clients on location, in the studio, and remotely to set up and film interviews and capture B-roll content often working on strict deadlines, and managing multiple projects concurrently. Responsible for managing company equipment, maintaining and establishing company visual filming styles, managing freelance videographers, and training new hires. Boris Shirman is currently available for freelance. While recently his work has centered around branded content all of his visuals are still directly influenced by a documentary background in visual journalism. Whether it’s searching door to door for a story in the Bronx or walking into a Double lung surgery Boris' level of commitment to sharing a person’s story hasn’t changed. Boris has a strong passion for telling a human story; using verité to highlight candid moments in order to let the characters help tell their own stories.

Top Services

Video Editor - Documentary

Audio Storyteller

Documentary DP