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On the show cinematographer, Carter Hewlett takes a holistic look at life as a working director of photography. Through conversations with directors, producers, DPs, actors, and everyone in between, you'll gain insight, knowledge, tricks, and tips on all things cinematography. Being a successful cinematographer is more than just the art, more than just the photography. Discussions about lighting, cameras, lenses, and photography are given for any cinematography podcast. On this show, we aim ...
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WE ARE BACK! After two and a half years we are finally back 'on the air'. In part 1 of this 2-part conversation, host and Cinematographer Carter Hewlett takes a DOP deep dive with Manchester-based Director of Photography Mike Staniforth. Mike shares his journey from one-man-band to Director of Photography and how a well-curated Instagram account an…
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London based camera assistant Christopher J Orr tells us about finding a way into the film industry in the north of England. He shares his experience working as a runner and his hunger to get into the camera department at all costs. The guys discuss the relationship between the cinematographer and different camera assistants and how vastly they var…
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Bring you a very quick update on the state of the Better Cinematographer Podcast and what to expect in the next episode. What do you think of the news? Voice your opinion here For more episodes and show notes head over to The Better Cinematographer Podcast For show notes and more episodes head over to HOLISTIC DP.com Connect with Carter on Instagra…
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12: Director, Dumas Haddad // Defining your taste and pushing the cinematographer
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Reach Carter on INSTAGRAM Dumas Haddad is a director based in London, UK. He works on music videos, commercials, and narrative. We talk about his time as a content producer for Sony and how he used that time as well as his own spec projects to develop and refine his taste as a director. He also talks about what he looks for in a Director of Photogr…
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11: Movi Operator, Stephan Knight // Small town one man band to Big name music promos
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This episode was recorded as a YouTube Live back in May during peak lockdown. Stephan takes a deep dive into his career looking back at humble beginnings as a one-man band in Leicester, UK. With a heavy portfolio of shooting music festivals, Stephan talks about making conscious decisions to steer his career in a particular direction. For more episo…
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10: Director of Photography, Rick Joaquim SASC LIVE!
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At the beginning of the Covid-19 Lockdown we hosted a live episode of the podcast on Zoom. Carter Hewlett sits down (virtually) with award-winning cinematographer Rick Joaquim. The guys talk about Rick's journey from being in a band and shooting music videos for other bands, to become a member of SASC (South African Society of Cinematographers). Ri…
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Carter answers question listeners sent in via Instagram. A few of the questions answered are: How important are test shoots? and how much budget should we be setting aside for them? How can you push production to confirm pencils? Do you own kit or do you rent on a project by project basis? Best and worst equipment purchases? How do you go about sel…
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Manchester based Director, Jarred McKnight talks about his ambition of becoming a professional golfer and how that lead him to become a director. He discusses the challenges he faced moving from directing "give away" viral content to directing commercials. The guys talk about the nuances of creating work you can be proud of while at the same time e…
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In the second half of Ian's interview, he talks about moving in with a group of filmmakers fresh out of film school and the dynamic of living with a group of hungry creatives half his age. The guys go on to discuss the hype and buzz that can build around a particular artist and whether or not it's good to be the "hot right now" DOP. If you get hot …
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In part one of this two-part episode commercials cinematographer, Ian Murray has an in-depth conversation with host Carter Hewlett. Ian talks about what initially sparked his interest in cinematography and navigating his current 25-year career. He explains his experience coming up as a Director of Photography in "golden age of commercials'. The guy…
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05: Producer, Alex Pescosta // The film school approach to producing & respecting the budget
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On episode 5 of The Better Cinematographer Podcast host, Carter Hewlett has a conversation with Producer, Alex Pescosta. Alex talks about coming to the UK from Italy to study media and learn English at the same time. He then provides insight on studying for a Masters in Producing in London. They discuss the challenges a producer faces on a job day …
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04: Colourist, Thomas Mangham // From Runner to Colourist at one of London's premiere post production houses
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On this episode of the show Director of Photography Carter Hewlett sits down to chat with Colourist Thomas Mangham. Thomas talks about his journey from starting out as a runner and working his way up to colourist. The guys discuss the benefits of creating a look for a project early on in pre-production and how this can ultimately make the process o…
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03: Interview with Director, Vasilisa Forbes // When to stay in your lane & choosing the right Director of Photography for the job
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London based Director of Photography sits down with friend and collaborator Vasilisa Forbes. Vasilisa talks about her journey to becoming a music video director and how studying fine art helped shape her work. They discuss the importance of an artist's showreel as well as the pros and cons that come with the choice of work you show to the world. Va…
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02: Interview with Gaffer, Simon Battensby // The importance of good scheduling and working with the art department
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Cinematographer Carter Hewlett is joined by gaffer Simon Battensby. They discuss how important scheduling is when working on fast-paced projects as well as the importance of the art department. Simon shares his experience working on various projects and how he likes to work with the cinematographer and his process managing the lighting department. …
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01: Interview with Actor, Gamba Cole // Lighting for varying skin tones & the actor - cinematographer relationship
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In the first ever episode of Better Cinematographer Podcast we talk with London based actor Gamba Cole. He talks about his path into the industry and his stance on working for free. As well as his experience working on the recent Amazon Prime series Hanna and his relationship with cinematographer Kate Reid BSC. We talk about lighting for varying sk…
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