How to Become a Cinematographer
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- 05 Sep 2022
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From Roger Deakins’ color palettes in “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” and “Blade Runner 2049,” to Claudio Miranda’s digital innovations in “Life of Pi” and “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” the art of cinematography brings film aesthetics to life. Keep reading to learn why it's an important part of film production and to learn more about the path to becoming a cinematographer yourself.
What is a cinematographer?
What does a cinematographer do?
Why is cinematography important?
Where does the cinematographer fit within the crew?
How much does a cinematographer make?
Getting started as a cinematographer
What skills are needed to be a cinematographer?
Who are some of the best cinematographers?
What is a cinematographer?
A cinematographer is responsible for the photographing and recording of a film, TV series, music video, or other filmed live action production. They create a visual narrative by deciding on how to capture all of the onscreen elements—including camera angles, lighting, framing, color, and filters—as well as deciding the camera, film, and lens type.
Cinematographer vs. director of photography
The term cinematographer is often interchangeable with director of photography (DP)—both titles refer to the person on set who is responsible for crafting the visual style of a production. “Cinematographer” tends to be used for projects with more aesthetic elements, while “director of photography” is often used for projects with special effects. Read More...
