Chris Helcermanas-Benge

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About me

Roster still photographer IATSE 600 & 669; Retired US military; dual US/CND citizenship; 200+ film credits, covered assignments in 72 countries; 3 wars; 11 combat zones & numerous world events.
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CHRIS HELCERMANAS-BENGE is recognized for his creative and innovative photography. Dual Canadian / American citizenship and EEC work visa enable him to shoot freely throughout the world.
36 years of producing stills for film, industry and government has taken Chris to 72 countries. He has been the photographer 200+ film projects; covered 3 wars, 11 combat zones, numerous world events; won many awards, and been published worldwide. He is a member of IATSE local 600 (USA), founding member of IATSE Locals 667 and 669 (Canada), and the BC. and Yukon Council of Film Unions and serving twice as president of 669.

Chris has a BA in Military History, MA in International Affairs and a diploma in Fine Arts. His Military service included Southeast Asia, Africa, Greece, Germany, Turkey, Africa, the Pentagon, and the Middle East.

He is a licensed pilot; a Padi certified diver, and parachutist, trained in desert, jungle, and mountain survival. He is an experienced sailor, a kayaker, mountaineer, Bon vivant, lover of fine wines and avid cross-country skier

Chris is a member of C.A.P.I.C., The Overseas Press Club, The American Society of Media Photographers, National Press Photographer's Association, Combat Photographer's Association, I.A.T.S.E. (roster member US Local 600, Canadian Locals 667 and 669). Chris donates his time and photography as a volunteer to the MS Society, CHilD Foundation, Make a Wish Foundation, and Children’s Hospital.

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Job Titles	Photographer
Years in industry	6+ years