director of photography
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of director of photography
First recorded in 1915–20
Example Sentences
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In New Jersey, “they’re not sick of you,” said director of photography Francis Spieldenner.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
"Film work has definitely been impacted by AI... it's really kicked us down," said Laura, 35, a director of photography in London, who preferred not to share her last name for professional reasons.
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
"It almost feels like having a cinematographer or director of photography specialising in action films assisting you."
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2026
Work with my director of photography Christopher Messina on the visual language, lighting and technical aspects of the film went on for more than a year before shooting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2025
She even knew a Chinese cameraman who would be her director of photography.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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