About

Thanks for stopping by!

Hi, I’m Charlie and photography has always been a part of my life. Professionally, I have over a decade of professional experience as a director of photography and camera operator.

I lens narrative, documentary, and commercial projects, many of which have earned best cinematography at various film festivals, American Advertising Awards for cinematography, a CMT Music Award nomination for Breakthrough Video of the Year, and two #1 music videos on CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown.

Before a career on set, I also worked as a freelance photojournalist and photo editor, capturing photos for the publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and The Texas Tribune.

I’ve always been infatuated with photography, but fell in love with the power of visual storytelling while completing dual photojournalism and film production degrees at the University of Texas at Austin. These days, I’ve further dedicated myself to the craft by pursing a Cinematography Master of Fine Art degree at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles, CA.

Regardless of form or format; my goal with each frame is the same—lens evocative and compelling images through a story first and collaborative mindset. I aim to create an aesthetic that is not only visually striking, but elevates the narrative by providing subtext and universality to human driven imagery.

Drop me a line and tell me about the story you want to tell. 

- Charlie

Cameras:

• Arri Alexa Mini LF Camera

• Arri Alexa Mini Camera

• Sony Fx9 Camera

• Canon EOS R5 Camera

Lenses:

• Sigma FF Cine Prime Lenses

• Canon L Series Zoom Lenses

• Nikon Ai-S Prime Photo Lenses

Accessories:

• Bright Tangerine Matte Box & Filters

• Teradek Bolt 4K 750 2:1

• Nucleus-M Wireless Lens Control Kit

• SmallHD DP7 Handheld Monitor

• SmallHD 503 Handheld/ Operator Monitor

• Ergo Rig w/ Low Mode

• Astra 6X Interview Lighting Kit