Discover Top Non-Fiction Film Directors in Athens, Georgia, USA

I'm an Oscar-nominated and two-time Emmy-winning filmmaker and photographer based on the East Coast, USA. I'm the DP and producer of Academy-Award nominated film and Netflix Original "Heroin(e)" and the Netflix Original Documentary "Recovery Boys." As a journalist, I've directed and published short films on The NY Times, The Bitter Southerner, Center for Investigative Reporting, and Mashable, among others. As a commercial director and DP, I've shot films for Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, Facebook, and more. For both documentary and commercial work, I fully produce, direct, shoot, and edit my own films. I also get hired as a DP/shooter and director. I'm also an FAA certified drone pilot with more than six years of experience. For documentary work, I often use a Canon C300III, Panasonic S1H, DJI Mavic 2 Pro, gimbals, glidetracks, and have a large selection of high-quality prime and zoom lenses. For commercial work, I use the Red Komodo and (soon) the Red V-Raptor 8k VV camera. Note: I used to spell my name KERRIN, but now it is CURREN.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Sound Mixer

Gabriela Díaz Arp is an independent director and producer passionate about the ways visual language can deepen human understanding and connection. She has directed and produced a number of independent films, exhibits and interactive experiences, as well as co-founded production companies Rabbit Raccoon and Las Palmas Studio. Some of her clients include New York Times, Blue Chalk Media, CNN International, Univision, Emory University and the United Nations. She is currently working on her first feature film in her motherland of Puerto Rico. The film, Matininó, tells the story of a multi-generational family of women transforming their experience with domestic violence and misogyny into a science fiction film. Her last film, Meeting a Monster, which explores the memories and motivations of former white supremacist Angela King through a virtual reality experience, premiered at the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival and was shown at festivals around the world including Cannes NEXT, Sheffield Doc Fest, Atlanta Film Festival and New Orleans Film Festival. Gabriela has a Master's in Visual Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has been a Knight Fellow with the Sundance Institute, a participant in Oculus’s VR for Good program, and most recently a Studio IX grantee, honoring her work as both a mother and filmmaker.

• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• VR / AR

Emmy Award-winning Filmmaker, video journalist, and PhD candidate, Nolan combines a passion for storytelling with a commitment to social change. Currently, Nolan serves as the Video News Producer at Atlanta Community Press Collective, where they are trailblazing new approaches to local documentary news—focusing on immersive, intimate, verité news stories that resonate with diverse audiences. Beyond the newsroom, Nolan is embarking on an exciting venture as the director of their first feature documentary, "A City in the Forest." This ambitious project delves into the intricate tapestry of Atlanta's identity, and a radical movement trying to the defend the city's urban forest. Nolan's accolades extend beyond the documentary realm. Their work has garnered recognition at film festivals, and their storytelling prowess has been showcased in prominent outlets such as Rolling Stone, NPR, Flood Magazine, Vinyl Mag, Ghetto Blaster Magazine, and numerous other publications. With an impressive portfolio, Nolan has directed, shot, or covered projects for a range of organizations, including The Debt Collective, the Union of Southern Service Workers, Pineapple Street Studios and Hulu, R2ise Theatre, PBS, Al Jazeera, More Perfect Union, The Mainline, Linqua Franqa, Ernest Jenning Record Company, The Real Young Prodigy's, and many more. Their ability to craft visually stunning narratives has left an indelible mark on the projects he undertakes. As Nolan continues to build their body of work, their overarching dream remains clear — to leverage the power of film in building narrative strength for a more just and equitable world, a vision they relentlessly pursue in each frame of their storytelling journey.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Senior Editor
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Colorist
• Executive Producer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Reporter / Journalist
• TV News Producer

We have been creating great video since 2001. Television programming, ENG, corporate video, reality, internet video, broadcast commercials, aerial video, animation, multi-camera shoots, and more. Great gear including: 6K broadcast cameras, teleprompters, gimbal stabilizers, steadicam, dollies, 12 foot crane and jib, 5 foot motorized parallax slider, 20 foot by 12 foot portable green screens, piles of lights, stands, grip gear, full location audio package and much more. We have shot everything from full television series broadcast in 53 countries to local commercials. We are insured, experienced and love what we do. Our past clients include: NBC, Warner Bros., Discovery, Inside Edition, CNBC, The CBS Early Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Outdoor Channel, Bristol Myers, UNC Healthcare, Wake Med, Ultrasound, Nokia, Turn Here, US Army, Freight Farm, Huffy Bicycles, Great Dane, Aramark, Wal-Mart, Bright Horizons, Random House Publishing, Penguin Publishing, Pottery Barn, American Express, Girl Scouts USA, Cheerios, and many more.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Full-Service Live Production
• Digital Content Creator
• Creative Director
• Content Strategist
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Drone Operator
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Post-Production Manager
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Hair and Make-up Artist
• Series Producer / Show Runner

A non stop idea machine, director, and producer I started NINTH HOUR Productions in 2003. He holds a degree in Cinema and Video Production and has worked on theatrical films, international documentaries, and television shows and commercials. The most notable projects are Sherwood Pictures Courageous and Fireproof. In 2017 Shane started MOG Studios a production company that focuses on storytelling in the commercial and corporate space. Shane's passion for film really took off in high-school. After seeing so many well intentioned people create bad presentations. Shane's desire was to help them tell their story in a exciting, engaging and relevant way. The dream is simple. Create great stories.

• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Gaffer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Colorist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

I am an independent news shooter/producer/DP residing in Asheville, NC. I love to travel and will drive within a 4 hour radius of Asheville (Knoxville, Nashville, Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, Chattanooga, Winston Salem). I carry a valid passport and travel worldwide. I am an experienced front line humanitarian relief worker, and additionally carry certifications: HI 001, HI 002, HI 007. I also train humanitarian relief workers on personal security protocol. I can also pull in WorldChanging Films, a documentary film company that focuses on meaningful material and relevant news media content. UN, PPG, SCP, and IPPA press accreditation.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Fixer
• Production Assistant

There has been a large evolution in the video production world in recent years in how content is created, shifting from large production crews to smaller more versatile creatives that understand the new landscape. We are at the forefront of this change and pride ourselves in our ability to tackle the challenges in creating video content at a high level. As visual story designers, it is our job to craft narratives that will truly help our clients connect with their target audience. Our approach is tailored to each individual client's needs by learning and understanding what problems they face and what they ultimately want to achieve with the production of a video.

• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• Drone Operator

I have 20 years of experience in film and video production to help you cover your stories, as well as a solid network of team members to bring on to any project. I have produced work in 30 countries. I'm an ambitious, self- starter, able to take initiative to get your job done. I have strong producing and directing skills as well as solid editorial/postproduction capabilities and writing proficiencies. I also have a strong sense of marketing for clients and projects.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial

Kristian Melom is an award-winning director, cinematographer and editor of documentaries, podcasts and branded content. His work has screened at film festivals internationally and recently been published by Short of the Week, BOOOOOOOM TV, Aeon, Canal 180, Directors Notes and The Bitter Southerner. In 2018 Kristian won an emmy for his camera work on the documentary Martha's Race. He is based somewhere between Atlanta, Asheville and New York City.

• Documentary DP
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Audio Storyteller
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Ryan Trenkamp - Camera operator, editor, part 107 UAS drone certified, and owner of SkySail Productions. Past experience includes filming interviews, international work, music videos, drone operation, editing, narrating, and years of outdoor experience as a runner and wildlife research technician. 2017 North American Nature Photography Association college scholarship winner.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Drone Operator
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

Hello, My name is Devante Blackwell. I’ve written, directed, and shot over 300 projects. I’ve been fortunate to work with and learn from some of the best in the industry; on the set of movies like Fantastic Four, Jack Reacher 2, and Jurassic World.

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director

Director/producer/editor based in Atlanta and San Francisco. I'm the co-owner of a production company called Xerophile Studios.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - News
• Senior Editor
• Documentary DP
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist

We are a full service production and post-production company. Offices in Atlanta & Nashville. Work globally.

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• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Full-Service Live Production
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Executive Producer
• Digital Content Creator
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Social Media Producer

I am a hardworking videographer and video/audio editor. I have over eight years of experience in producing commercials, event videos, music videos, documentaries, and narrative films.

• Sound Mixer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Colorist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Senior Editor
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Production Assistant
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Typographer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Digital Content Creator
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Creative Director
• Copywriter
• Sound Mixer
• Commercial DP
• Colorist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Non-Fiction Film Director

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP

• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Field Producer
• Creative Director
• Non-Fiction Film Director

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

• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Copy Editor

Felipe is an Emmy award-winning producer. He is a bilingual and bicultural producer, director, filmmaker, artist, musician & writer creating content both in English and Spanish. Felipe is also the Co-Founder, CEO and Executive Producer/Director of his own production company, IGNI Productions, and his online channel for the arts thegchannel.com. For the last 20 years, Felipe has been producing outstanding high quality storytelling at CNN. Most recently, Felipe worked as Supervising Features Producer at the CNN Vision team in Atlanta, creating special and sponsored programming. Within the unit, he led and managed a team of storytellers in Atlanta and Miami with passion, inspiring and empowering them to fulfill their own creative potential. He also worked in several countries with colleagues, anchors, correspondents and freelancers to get high quality stories on TV, digital and social media. At the same time, he managed budgets and financial forecasts for different shows. He has received several awards and lately has been a guest speaker in film & TV production conferences. Felipe Barral is a storyteller who expresses himself in many ways –through his visual works (documentaries, films, video/art installations & TV shows), his music (both as a performer and composer), his art (painting and photography) and his writing (he’s a poet and a journalist) . He is also a multicultural journalist with a Masters degree in Philosophy. As a filmmaker, Felipe explores and experiments with the audio visual language to create projects that capture the dangerous path of a creative human venture. Listening to the heartbeat of life he thinks in images, syllables and pigments. He talks in music, words and colors. He speaks the visual language that our modern culture understands. He has released 6 short films (The Book of Life, Inhabit, PIXEL, Desire, Dust House and touchME: Dida); short and long format documentaries (including Louvre Atlanta); 3 books of poetry (Múrberon, El Libro de Isamar and Aion); has composed several original scores for silent films and documentaries (including Nosferatu, Metropolis and CNN’s Filling the Blank among others); has done several multimedia installations (including Fire Woman among others); and has performed live both in Chile and the United States. Felipe has taught his “Creative Production Philosophy & Style” to producers, reporters and colleagues from CNNE, CNNI and HLN; and he also teaches it to children and young storytellers in an international school in Atlanta, which led him to be recognized with Time Warner’s Richard D. Parsons Community Impact Award in 2014. In 2010 Felipe produced, directed, filmed (second camera) and wrote the acclaimed Alzheimer’s documentary “Filling the Blank” for CNN International’s World Untold Stories show. He also did a version in Spanish for CNN en Español. Both premiered in 2011. In 2011 Felipe also produced, directed and wrote the special documentary film “Crescendo – la música es vida” (Crescedo - why music is life), the first time CNNE blended fiction with reality in a documentary/film style. The film was released in 500 movie theatres in the US before being broadcasted on CNN. Between 2003 and 2012 Felipe produced and hosted the live weekly segment Juego de Palabras in the show Encuentro on CNN en Español. And between 2006 and 2012 Felipe produced, directed, hosted, filmed and edited almost 300 Juego de Palabras short stories and 4 special shows focused on arts, culture and entertainment. In a special collaboration between thegchannel.com and artsatl.com, Felipe has continue to tell stories related to entertainment in Atlanta. And has continue to inspire audiences around the world with outstanding, thought-provoking and engaging content for different platforms and ubiquitous screens. Always with freedom to push to envelope, Felipe has been working all his life with an entrepreneurial state of mind designed to tell great stories in a fearless way, aiming to achieve high quality and looking at limitations as windows of opportunities. Through his creative point of view, and in collaboration with his own production company, we welcome the opportunity to tell your stories.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Drone Operator
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• TV News Producer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Audio Storyteller
• Sound Designer
• Corporate Videographer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Colorist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Copywriter
• Copy Editor