Discover Top Documentary DPs in Birmingham, Alabama, USA

I create non-fiction, impactful stories that matter. My background is in motion-design, creative direction, and video journalism, and I use my skills to produce documentary, science, museum, and humanitarian stories. I also create sponsored content for visionary brands. I push every production to be an award-winning story (or series) that creates true impact. Previous clients include: PBS, The New York Times, AJ+, CNN, VOA, UNICEF, The American Museum of Natural History, WebMD, US Aid, Penguin Books, Adult Swim, Future of Storytelling (FoST), Showtime, MTV, Time Magazine. Production Equipment: Canon C300 Mark II, Canon C70, Canon C100 MkII, RED Epic, GoPro OMNI 360 cameras for 8K, 4K and HD deliverables. Post-Production Toolset: Illustrator, Photoshop (design, illustration), After Effects, C4D (motion-graphics, animation), Premiere, Final Cut (editing), and VR/360 (stitching, editing, motion-graphics, animation).

• Creative Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Production Company

Alexander has directed, shot, produced, and edited a wide variety of film projects ranging from commercial, music, and art videos that have reached millions online, to documentaries that have been featured in film festivals internationally and broadcast nationally. He has shot commercials for major brands such as Google, USAA, Jagermeister, and Georgia Power. He has also shot projects for HBO, CNN, VH1, Discovery, Fusion, NYtimes.com, Great Big Story, and CNBC, as well as created a number of fundraising videos that have raised tens of thousands of dollars for New Orleans youth programs. While it is rare to claim propensity in both the director and DP roles, having directed (and edited) two award-winning, feature-length films, Alex has become fluent in every phase of production, developed a strong understanding of perspective, story structure and emotional rhythm, as well as learned how to effectively delegate and lead a team. But the merging of his background in visual art with an infatuation with cinematography has him most often finding himself on set as the director of photography. While having a love for directing, he feels most at home with a camera in his hands, composing frames, painting with light and color, and crafting a visual language to serve a story and a directors’ vision.

• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer

I am a Television Production Professional with a wealth of media experience. I have Produced, Written, Shot and Edited a multitude of projects from Promos to long format stories. I have deep experience in Sports, Education, and Medical content. I am comfortable in a variety of roles in a Live or Post environment. I Edit in Premiere Pro and have experience in After Effects and Photoshop. I am also experienced in Brightcove, Jira, 3 Play, Trello and Asana among others. I have Produced and Directed both single and multi-camera productions for both storytelling, on-set and virtual productions from coast to coast. I have performed as a professional Actor, Voice Over Artist and Public Address Announcer.

• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Field Producer
• Documentary DP
• Line Producer / On-Location
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Senior Editor

I was born in Bogotá, Colombia. For over 15 years, I have worked as a photo-journalist, covering stories and documenting the life of minority ethnic groups in Asia, Central America and South America. I have worked as director and cinematographer in numerous short films and commercials. I'm a passionate storyteller, educator, consultant and speaker about video production for social media and visual storytelling. I'm also an instructor at the Connecticut Broadcasting School in Doral, Florida. With my films, I believe firmly that when it comes to telling the untold stories of people doing something to make a difference, there is no story too small to tell, no story too big to touch one heart and change the world for good.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Translator
• Commercial DP
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Reporter / Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Corporate Videographer
• TV News Producer
• HD Live Operator
• Full-Service Live Production

Emmy-nominated producer, cinematographer and editor who is principle at an award-winning production company and ad agency. Enjoys technology, story telling and college football. Located in the heart of the South (Mississippi), but travels across the country producing products for clients. Licensed FAA part 107 sUAS (drone) pilot.

• Fixer
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Creative Director

Brandon is a producer, director, & DP, living in historic Macon, GA. Convenient to Atlanta and much of the southeast US, Brandon specializes in documentary style filmmaking. Whether the project is a documentary film, or a promotional marketing video, he enjoys telling stories from the point of view of intriguing characters. x x

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• HD Live Operator
• Corporate Videographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Full-Service Live Production
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Digital Content Creator
• Drone Operator
• Social Media Producer

For over 30 years with Turner Broadcasting: from his early days as a Video Journalist for CNN to Director of Photography with Turner Studio’s elite Film and Video Unit, Mike was awarded the opportunity to travel the world creating stunning imagery. He was hired directly out of college and worked his way up and around the Turner organization, broadening his experience as he went, including: field sound recording, long format post-production editing, videography, and field producing. Eventually he found his comfort zone and his greatest challenges within the Turner Studio’s Film and Video Unit shooting high-end entertainment productions Michael brings the same intensity and passion to exotic locations and to the seemingly mundane. He’s shot “everyman”, businessmen, icons and news makers. He’s shot in war zones and end zones, from some of the highest peaks to stunning underwater depths. Since leaving Turner, and then starting his own business Deep Blue Imagery, in 2012, Mike has brought his eye for capturing truthful images and his warmhearted exuberance to all his projects and clients. As a Rescue and ReBreather Certified SCUBA diver for over 30 years, Mike looks for every opportunity to shoot above and below the ocean surface. Michael is a multi Emmy Award winning DP and has worked in over 50 different countries.

• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Commercial DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Production Company
• HD Live Operator
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Drone Operator

Dayvee Sutton is a two-time Emmy Award Winning journalist, travel host, media entrepreneur and speaker. Over the course of her career she’s worked for ESPN, Comcast Sports, Turner Sports and CNN (Atlanta and London). She hosted an entertainment and lifestyle show for NBC Charlotte, covered sports for CBS Atlanta, and produced video for USA TODAY Network. Now Dayvee is a national travel correspondent with monthly segments on HLN, TVOne's "Sister Circle Live" and the syndicated shows “The Jet Set TV” and "Coffee with America." She also hosts the Amazon Prime video adventure travel show "Beyond the Usual", runs the syndicated lifestyle website “The Daily Affair”, and represents travel brands as a spokesperson and produces programs through her production company Dream Network Media - - including the thought provoking and emotional film “What We Told Our Sons: Families React to the Trayvon Martin Verdict.” Dayvee is based in Atlanta, GA.

• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Audio Storyteller
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• TV News Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Drone Operator
• Reporter / Journalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Documentary DP
• Fixer

Emmy award winner Albert Hedgepeth III, founded Rendered Communications and has worked with Discovery Channel, Disney, Speed TV, WB, CW, CBS, DIY, Lionsgate, Warner Brothers, Universal Studios, Fox Searchlight, Capital Films, Columbia Tri-Star, ABC, Vertigo Pictures, Rouge Pictures, Intrepid Pictures, E!, The Golf Channel, HGTV, Zoom Culture and many other production companies. Albert has worked on feature films including: Journey to the Center of the Earth II, The Hunger Games, Gospel Hill, Nailed, Like Dandelion Dust, The Strangers, The Marc Pease Experience, Cabin Fever II and The Secret Life of Bees. Albert has also worked on various television series including: Fatal Attractions, Pinks: All Out, Garage Mahal, Elimidate, 48hrs and Modern Sniper. This work history helped him learn that: "The best approach, is collaborative." Albert studied film production and creative writing at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington, and recently earned his MBA with a focus in marketing.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Production Company
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant

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

Jason O'Brien is an independent filmmaker based in Birmingham, AL who has been creating original content and working as a director, producer, cinematographer, writer, and editor for over 15 years. He founded his production company Fast Lane Productions in 2014 (www.flprods.com). Moving seamlessly between short film projects, feature films, music videos, and documentaries, he achieved his first major success with his 2014 documentary "Cuddle", which received a distribution deal, and is currently available on many streaming platforms and DVD. Two of his feature documentaries, "Cuddle Me" and "My Body Is Not Obscene" were finished in 2021, both were picked up for distribution, and can today be seen on numerous streaming platforms, including Tubi and Plex. His IMDB page can be viewed at http://www.imdb.me/jasonobrien/.

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

Hello! I'm Jonathan Barbee and I founded my company 25 years ago and we have 5 Telly Awards from 2021-2023! Over the years I have worked in almost every position in the production industry. I have spent most of my career as a producer, camera operator, and editor. I have worked on small projects and multi-million dollar feature films. Some of my clients include the Trump campaign, Tanya Tucker, Lions Gate Films, ABC, CMT, Military Channel, KOCH Entertainment, GAC, Converse, BET, Honda, Mercedes, Sunset Pictures, DYI, Court TV, and many more. My team and I are equipped with HD and 4K cameras, a 4K drone, two Adobe edit suites, a 5-camera Live production truck, 14' jib, Steadicam, sound recording, and Arri light kits. I actually own all of this equipment and do not have to rent anything. We are ready to go at a moment's notice! Call us for your next project.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - News
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company
• Fixer

My name is Josh Ausley, and I am a Director of Photography for national commercial and corporate content, feature narrative and documentary films, and music videos. I own Sony F55 and Canon C300 cameras and shoot on RED and Alexa as appropriate for the project. I am currently in production on a feature film in Atlanta, Tampa and Grenada, In the commercial world I have worked with National Geographic, ESPN, Discovery, Food Network, DIY Network, the NBA, Coca Cola, Samsung, Honda, American Airlines, Lowes, Ashley Furniture, Mercedes, Porshe and many more, with stars including Usher, Chris Paul and Kirk Cousins. I have also shot international documentaries in Nepal, India, Japan, Canada and the Caribbean. I was DP for feature documentary Fiddlin', "Man Made", and a DP on "Sinful Sweets" on Food Network and "Made by Destruction" on Discovery Science; and many more

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

I am an accomplished photojournalist, cinematographer, producer, editor, and storyteller with a proven track record of creating compelling content for various mediums, including documentaries, social media, podcasts, and video portraits. My passion lies in capturing beautiful imagery, captivating sound, and telling great stories. With a seasoned career spanning news, sponsored features, and everything in between, I bring a wealth of expertise and unwavering dedication to the craft of video production. I consistently exceed client expectations through my commitment to excellence and passion for storytelling. Each project allows me to make an impact, connect with people, and create work that inspires and ignites emotions. The transformative power of video fuels my passion, and I strive to create work that resonates with audiences and clients alike.

• Colorist
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Corporate Videographer
• Documentary DP
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Full-Service Live Production
• Podcast Producer
• Production Assistant
• Digital Content Creator
• Social Media Producer
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Gaffer

Hannah Joy Gebresilassie is an award-winning journalist, community advocate, media personality, videographer, photographer, motivational speaker and entrepreneur hailing from Atlanta, GA. In 2018, she transitioned from working as a multimedia television reporter to launching her own media platform, HannahJoyTV, along with the Promote Positivity Movement. Her mission is to share uplifting content and promote positivity worldwide. As the daughter of Ethiopian and Eritrean immigrants, she also created a globally-recognized brand inspired by peace initiatives between the two countries in 2018. Through her platform, she partners with organizations and does photography/video services for clients including the Atlanta Falcons. Hannah is a proud alumnus of Georgia State University, Georgia Tech and Northwestern University (Medill School of Journalism).

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Documentary DP
• Fixer
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Full-Service Live Production

Zachary Will is an Atlanta based video producer. He has experience working with reporters in the field and remote producers. He's worked with news organizations such as CNBC, Cox Media, and Voice of America. He's also worked on countless corporate video productions for companies like Georgia Center for Opportunity, Pepsi, Hershey, Sears, Home Depot, WebMD, Delta, Six Flags, the Atlanta Braves, and more. He's directed/produced a feature documentary, Business Not as Usual, and feature length narrative film, Grandma Werewolf. He graduated from Full Sail University in 2016 with a B.A. in Film. He also has extensive experience in event coverage being rated "Top 9 Wedding Videographers in Sandy Springs, GA" by giggster.com

• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Documentary DP
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Drone Operator
• Sound Mixer
• Creative Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• HD Live Operator

Bob Miller is a film director and photographer with roots in the American South. As a visual storyteller specializing in non-fiction, he provides regional coverage of contemporary social issues for a wide range of editorial clients. As a film director, Bob extends the same journalistic ethos to commercial storytelling, crafting original content to promote reputable brands. Bob accepts commissions from anyone who has a desire to leverage authentic storytelling. It is his conviction that a good story transcends barriers – pushing us beyond our own experience into the reality that we are all characters living similar narratives, facing like challenges.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Production Company
• Commercial DP
• Sound Designer
• Field Producer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Corporate Videographer
• Reporter / Journalist

I'm a freelance content creator based in Tuscaloosa, AL. In the past couple of years, I have had the opportunity to work with AOL's "In the Know Food," Visit Tuscaloosa, Rice University Athletics, Archaeology Now, First Service Credit Union, and Downtown Knoxville. Formerly, I was an associate producer for Discovery, Inc. producing long form shows for HGTV, and viral social assets for Travel Channel. Along with producing, I was also a videographer on most of these projects, including a shoot with former First Lady Michelle Obama. Previously, I was a reporter for The University of Alabama Athletics Department.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Immersive/Spatial Video Capture
• Video Editor - News
• Corporate Videographer

Nicole Craine has over 10 years of experience as an editorial photographer and documentary videographer with a focus on sociopolitical issues in the southeastern United States and the ongoing impact of climate change in America. Nicole is the founder of Everyday Rural America and a regular contributor to New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Washington Post and Getty. Clients include New York Times Magazine, Time Magazine, Marie Claire Magazine, Columbia Journalism Review, ESPN, Intercept, Liberty Science Center, Hudson County Tourism, Huawei, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Gilead Sciences, Citi, JCC Maccabi Games and Corning. Nicole is currently based in Brooklyn, NY and Atlanta, GA.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Podcast Producer
• Event Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Production Company