Cinematographers in New York
Vetted New York cinematographers for commercials, brand films and narrative work.
14 verified cinematographers and directors of photography in New York for commercial, narrative, and documentary work. Review profiles or post a brief.
Verified cinematographers in New York
Sam WilsonVerifiedDoPBrooklyn, New York, United StatesSam Wilson is an award-winning film professional based in NYC with 12 years of experience in narrative film, documentary…ReelFrom 800/day
Nathan Crane CohenVerifiedDirector of PhotographyNew York, New York, United StatesPark Bench Pictures is a full-service production company in New York City started by ASC Heritage Award-nominated…ReelFrom 1000/day
Andrew RavaniVerifiedProducer / DirectorNew York City, New York, United StatesFrom 853/day
Stephanie GawedaVerifiedCinematograperNew York City, New York, United StatesI am an NYC based cinematographer and producer with an encyclopedia of experience ready to pull together any type of…From 500/day
Parker FosterVerifiedDirectorBrooklyn, New York, United StatesFrom 10000/day
Maia KimadzeVerifiedCinematographerNew York, New York, United StatesReelFrom 800/day
Charles AdofoVerifiedFilmmaker/Cinemtographer/PhotographerNew York City, New York, United StatesExtremely motivated visual storyteller who tells compelling and immersive stories through the eyes of a lens. I am also…From 500/day
Alejandro VelizVerifiedBrooklyn, New York, United StatesReelFrom 1500/day
Tom SochanVerifiedTom SochanNew York, New York, United StatesCinematographer & Editor based in NYFrom 700/day- Edwin Lai YinVerifiedNew York City, New York, United StatesDP for Commercials · Director of Photography · Lighting Cameraman
- Hany OsmanVerifiedCinematographerBrooklyn, New York, United StatesFrom 400/day
- Brandon BakerVerifiedBrooklyn, New York, United StatesFrom 750/day
- Ace BouchardVerifiedQueens, New York, United StatesReelFrom 500/day
- Ricardo MassillonVerifiedFilmmaker/PhotographerMontclair, New Jersey, United StatesAdvertising Photographer · Product PhotographerFrom 1000/day
Before you hire
Hiring a cinematographer in New York
A DP's crew is exactly what turns a New York shoot from no-permit into permit. Plan the footprint, the parking and the stage before you plan the shots.
Lights, trucks and parking are the permit
A cinematographer brings equipment, and under MOME's rules equipment is anything more than a hand-held camera, a tripod or hand-held items. Add the production vehicles that need parking and you need a film permit: $500 per 14-day period, commercial general liability of at least $1 million per occurrence naming the City as additional insured, filed at least two business days ahead. The permit is what gives you parking for the equipment truck. Elaborate exterior commercial shoots and multi-location projects also need a pre-production meeting with the Film Office, recommended three weeks out.
Stages and rental houses
If the brand film wants a stage, the city has three big ones: Kaufman Astoria in Queens (eleven stages and the city's only studio backlot), Silvercup in Long Island City and the Bronx (23 stages), and Steiner at the Brooklyn Navy Yard (30 stages). For gear, Scheimpflug splits camera (Chelsea) from lighting and grip (Long Island City), and LVR is on West 38th Street. Your DP will usually arrange the package; ask for it as a separate line.
The DP sets the crew
Brief the cinematographer with a treatment and references and let them size the crew: a gaffer and grip are usually non-negotiable on lit work. The profiles on this page include DPs who direct as well; say in the brief whether you have a director. Through White Glove, the project manager coordinates the MOME paperwork with you and handles the pre-production meeting.
How hiring works
Two ways to hire a cinematographer in New York
Step 1
Post a job or send a brief
Share the dates, location, deliverables and budget range. Vetted cinematographers apply, or White Glove shortlists for you.
Step 2
Review vetted talent
Every professional on Spexster is vetted before appearing: a real, working professional whose portfolio, credits and professional presence have been reviewed. No paid placement.
Step 3
Hire, with the admin handled
Contracts run through the platform and payment runs through secure escrow, released when the work is delivered. With White Glove, a dedicated project manager runs the production end to end at no extra fee.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can I book a cinematographer in New York?
Timelines depend on the project, but briefs for New York shoots sent through Spexster typically get a response within one business day, and cinematographer sourcing starts immediately. For urgent shoots, say so in your brief — same-week bookings are often possible.
How is Spexster different from directories like ProductionHUB?
Directories list anyone who pays to be featured and verify nothing. Spexster vets every professional and then manages your project end to end — briefings, contracts, logistics, and escrow payments — through our included White Glove service. It's a production partner, not a listings site.
Can Spexster handle a shoot in New York if I'm not based there?
Yes — that's our specialty. Spexster coordinates remote productions worldwide, including live remote video villages so you can direct and give real-time feedback from anywhere. US and international brands regularly run New York shoots through Spexster without traveling.
Does Spexster cover the whole New York area?
Yes — New York listings cover the greater metro area, and crews regularly work across the region. If your shoot is outside the core city, note the exact location in your brief and we'll match accordingly.
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