Behind the Camera
Years in camera department on narrative features, commercials, music videos, and documentary work — built on technical precision and a quiet, collaborative presence on set.
Ed is a cinematographer and 1st Assistant Camera working across narrative, commercial, and independent film productions. His work focuses on creating visually intentional imagery while supporting efficient, collaborative camera department workflows from prep through final capture.
With hands-on experience across camera assisting, operation, and on-set technical coordination, Ed brings a strong understanding of camera systems and production logistics. He has worked on a wide range of projects including narrative films, music videos, branded content, and commercial productions, supporting both small independent crews and larger professional sets.
His approach is driven by a deep interest in how lensing, camera movement, and lighting work together to serve story and emotion. He is equally engaged in the creative and technical sides of filmmaking, translating directorial vision into practical, precise execution on set.
Based in California, Ed continues to build his career within the camera department while expanding his cinematography work across narrative and commercial projects.
Roles & Departments
CINEMATOGRAPHER
Director of Photography on shorts, documentaries, and select commercials. Shot design, lighting, and crew supervision.
1ST ASSISTANT CAMERA
Focus pulling, lens changes, camera build and maintenance across features and commercials. Wireless FIZ specialist.
2ND ASSISTANT CAMERA
Slating, marks, media management, and on-set workflow. DIT-adjacent on smaller units.
CAMERA OPERATOR
Handheld, dolly, and studio operating. Long lens and beauty work for editorial and brand.
Camera Systems & Technical Movements
- ARRI ALEXA 35 / EXTREME
- ARRI ALEXA MINI / LF
- ARRI AMIRA
- RED KOMODO 6K / X
- RED HELIUM / GEMINI / EPIC DRAGON
- CANON C300 / C400
- CANON C70 / C80
- BLACKMAGIC PYXIS 6K / 12K
- BLACKMAGIC 4K / 6K
- SONY VENICE I / II
- SONY BURANO
- SONY FX3 / FX6 / FX9
- SONY FS7 MK II
- SONY FS5 MK II
- ARRI HI-5
- PRESTON HU-3
- TERADEK RT CTRL.1 & CTRL.3
- TILTA NUCLEUS M
- TILTA NUCLEUS NANO I / II
- DJI RONIN 2
- FREEFLY MOVI PRO
* Camera build experience for a variety of operators