Discover Top Editorial Photographers / Photojournalists in Lexington, Kentucky, USA

Allen is a commercial and advertising photographer based in Nashville, Tennessee. He is consistently rated one of the best photographers in the country. His work can be seen on music packaging, magazines, and countless celebrity and Fortune 500 company websites. With over 25 years of experience in photography, Allen has traveled the world doing what he has described as his dream job, with a side of glorified stalking. “When I began as a professional photographer many years ago, I had this idea that no one would even look at my portfolio unless I had someone in there that everyone would recognize. I then just went about finding the best characters for my book and filled in the spaces with things and people I have admired since I was a child.” Over his career, Allen has photographed several celebrities including two US presidents, two knights, a host of famous musicians, producers, writers, actors, politicians, and what he likes to call, “everyday hardworking people (you know… the normal ones).” He has been published in : The Washington Post, Forbes , The Hindu, Discovery Magazine, People, Shape, Time, Wired, Rolling Stone, Mojo, & The Telegraph. His celebrity clients are quite diverse & include: Jim Gaffigan, Cal Ripkin Jr. Ethan Hawke, President George H. Bush, President George W. Bush, Peyton Manning, Rick Ross, Nicole Kidman, Beyonce, Sir Elton John, Leslie Odom Jr. (Hamilton), Julian Assange, Shaun White, Sir George Martin, Carmello Anthony, James Earl Jones, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tiffany, Norah Jones, Justin Timberlake, Tom Brokaw, Tony Hawk, Walter Cronkite, Dave Matthews, Ludacris, Juicy J & Kid President! His corporate clients include: NFL, MLB, Puma, Reebok, Washington Post, The Telegraph , The Source , The Hindu, MTV Networks, A&E Networks, Steve Madden, Journey’s Shoe Stores, Jack Daniels, Time/Life, Lifepoint Hospitals, 20th Century Fox, Delta Machinery, Lifeway Publishing, Sony Music Group, NARAS (Grammy’s), Yamaha,Yum Brands Inc., Wired, HCA Healthcare & Conde Nast.

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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.

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Michael Clubb is a photojournalist based in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in Louisville but raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, Michael returned to the Bluegrass state to attend the University of Kentucky. After joining the Kentucky Kernel, UK’s independent student newspaper, as a photographer, he soon realized that photography was more than a hobby for him; it would be his career. Now a junior, he is majoring in marketing and continues to work for the Kentucky Kernel— now as managing editor as well as photographer. Though he has shot news and features for the Kernel and other outlets, from a shooting at the Fayette Mall to how local businesses operated on Election Day 2020, Michael especially enjoys shooting sports. UK’s nationally recognized athletics program has allowed Michael many opportunities to photograph large-scale sporting events, such as UK football’s 2018 and 2019 bowl games, the 2019 NCAA men’s basketball Elite Eight, and historic 2020 basketball and football games played under COVID-19 protocols. Michael’s work has gained state, national and international recognition. Most notably, he was recently named Kentucky News Photographers Association Sports Photographer of the Year, competing against journalism professionals as well as against fellow students; in 2020, he earned an Award of Excellence from the College Photographer of the Year association for his Sports Portfolio. A full list of his accolades, including first-place finishes at the state and national level, can be found on his resume. Michael is available for freelance assignments. Contact him at x

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Seth Herald (b.1991) is a photojournalist who is currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. He has worked across the United States covering national news events, protests, politics, and daily life. In 2014 and 2018 he worked in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories documenting daily life and the continuing conflict, In 2019 he documented pro democracy protests in Hong Kong. In 2015, He placed first and second in the Indiana Associated Press Awards for his collaborative work covering the HIV epedimic in Southern Indiana with WFYI public radio for Best continuous coverage of a single event, and Best news series. His work has appeared in publications such as: The Atlantic, BBC, Bloomberg Businessweek, CNN, Esquire, Forbes, The Guardian, Huffington Post, Mondoweiss, NPR, Newsweek, TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and others. Hostile Environment Training. RISC Training: Hostile Environment Training, Cyber Security Training, and Battlefield Medical Training. Reuters Hostile Environment and Medical Training.

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RECOGNITIONS: I was recently named among the top multimedia photojournalists in the National Press Photographers Association's international Best of Photojournalism contest for my portfolio of video work (March, 2016). I was also named Ohio Photographer of the Year for my still photography (April, 2016). Since 2013, I've received five Emmys from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' Ohio Valley Chapter, which covers four states. Whether it's a daily turn or a months-long project, I'm in constant search for the surprising or underexposed. I get special satisfaction in producing pieces on weighty topics, but also like exploring what makes this world bizarre, comical and beautiful. From Hurricane Katrina, the earthquake in Haiti, immigration in Mexico, to my own Midwestern backyard, with every story I do, I learn a little more about our world.

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Erica Calhoun is an AP Middle Tennessee award-winning photographer & videographer currently based in Nashville, Tennessee. Born and raised in Ohio and a 2016 photojournalism alum of Ohio University, Erica has been published in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, NPR, Business Insider, Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, as well as other notable publications and gallery exhibitions. Previously, Erica worked as the Content Producer for global non-profit, Soles4Souls. Before that, as a visual journalist for the USA Today network, as well as an assistant editor and colorist for Emmy-winning Evolve Studios. When not behind her camera or editing suite, Erica can be found exploring new trails with her dogs, practicing yoga or trying some new complicated recipe in the kitchen.

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I'm a cinematographer, doc filmmaker and founder of Hard Road Pictures, a small production company with a documentary focus. We produce independent documentaries and mini-docs for media outlets, non-profits, and commercial clients. Our recent projects include the production of a TIME 100 video featuring a New Orleans-based educator reflecting on education in New Orleans ten years after Katrina, and the documentary "Invisible Curriculum" which explores the global youth employment crisis. We work with small crews, typically 1-3 people, and are equipped with all the tools (Sony FS7, A7SII, pro audio) to capture stories beautifully.

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I am originally from Washington D.C., raised in the greater Boston area and now living in central Ohio. I hold an M.A. in Documentary Photography from Ohio University and a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University. I focus on social issues, politics, breaking news and climate change. I wholeheartedly believe that everyone is made a bit better when we have the opportunity to connect to unfamiliar people, places, cultures and topics. My work has taken me around New England, Appalachia as well as Ireland. I cherish the opportunity to meet so many different people, many of whom have graciously let me into their lives.

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I am a photojournalist and a multimedia producer based in Delhi, India. I have worked with Blue Chalk Media and TIME as a series producer for the TIME India 100 series. I work as a DP for documentaries, branded content and films for NGOs such as Dream a Dream and Rangde. In 2019 my photo essay on the NRC issue in Assam, India was published on NPR. My master's in photojournalism & Documentary photography is from Ohio University. I own a small production company called Stray Dogs Media - https://www.straydogsmedia.com/ My documentary work is on https://www.ckvkphotos.com

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Jeremiah Rhodes is an award-winning video producer and filmmaker whose work has focused on race and sexuality and how those influence life in the American South. He is a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he received a BA in photo and video journalism. His work has been published in news outlets such as Washington Post, Texas Tribune, NPR, and the Raleigh News and Observer, and his film work has been screened in film festivals across the country, including Blackstar, New Orleans Film Festival, and Indie Grits.

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Director of Photography/Television Director Cameraman. Also a Producer and Editor. I have worked on thousands of TV spots over 30 years. I've shot feature films and TV shows. I shoot and direct as many as 100 TV spots each year. For fun I shoot Time Lapse, Motion Control Time Lapse, and look to use equipment in unusual ways. I am fortunate enough to have received numerous awards for my work. I own a fair amount of camera and motion control gear as well

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I received a degree in photojournalism from Western Kentucky University in 2005 prior to working in the newspaper business for four years. I currently am the chief photographer for UK Athletics while also freelancing when the opportunity presents itself. Proficient in lighting with multiple lights at a time, on location lighting, portraiture, etc. I've done recent work for Brown Forman in Louisville as well as UAW Ford. My passion lies in commercial photography and portraiture.

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Freelancer TV and Film • Remote Camera Operator (Camera Car etc.) • Arial Camera Operator/Drone Pilot (FAA Certified) • DP • Jib operator • Editor • Video/Photo • Graphic & Animation Artist • Grip • PA Anything - I am a very quick learner and love the film industry with a “whatever it takes” attitude... Non Union (so far)

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My name is Jeff Dean. I was a MEDEVAC crewchief in the US Army for 9 years before going to the University of Oregon where I received my Bachelors and Masters in Journalism. I've worked in Ghana both as an intern and as a freelancer. I've interned with the Cincinnati Enquirer and will continue freelancing upon returning to the United States.

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I am a self employed videographer, drone pilot, and editor. I have been freelancing since 2014 and love content creation. I've had a camera in my hands since 2011 and have captured sports content, music videos, live shows, medical and beauty content, tech and corporate content, real estate, weddings, and much more! I'd love to take a stab at whatever project you might have!

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I've been a one-man-band producer for over 15 years. I'm most passionate about creating documentaries of all shapes and sizes. I'm currently working on a number of feature documentaries that I've self-funded on shoestring budgets.

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I’m a commercial and editorial photographer based in Louisville, KY. I cover the Midwest and South for The New York Times, Washington Post, NPR, and Bloomberg. I have over a decade of experience photographing presidential campaigns, natural disasters, portraits, and manufacturing.

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Hello, my name is Todd and I've been doing audio production in various forms for around fifteen years. I started in live sound, moved into studio engineering for a few years and for the last eight or so I have been doing production sound mixing for television.

• Sound Mixer
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I have been creating powerful video stories and stills for Southeastern clients for over 15 years. Shooting for emotional impact, I look for humor as well as passion. I bring the balanced view of an experienced storyteller to my work, shooting award-winning projects for health care, entertainment, and educational clients. Clients include Aetna, Pringles, Comcast, Kohl's, People Magazine, Baptist Hospital, Doctors Hospital, MicroSoft, the Walton Rehabilitation Center, Business Insider, NBC Left Field, the American Occupational Therapy Foundation, the Nashville Arts Magazine, and many more. I bring cinematography skills gained working in New York and Los Angeles as well as experience shooting around the world. I have deep experience creating testimonial videos and making "real people" comfortable with my camera, and enjoy finding new ways to make them fresh and exciting. Collaboration is my touchstone. I want my clients to be thrilled with what we create together.

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Storytelling is my tool to share everyday moments, showcase unfamiliar cultures and to battle division and differences with truth and empathy for others. However, I also perceive the world through the lens of a geographer and I’m fascinated by how economic, political and cultural structures affect the autonomy of individuals and societies. It’s no wonder why I’m drawn to themes such as immigration, universal healthcare, climate change, environmental justice, human rights and access to education. When I’m not envisioning a better world, you can find me learning a new language, climbing trees, playing a classic rock song or letting loose on the dance floor.

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