Derek Means

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Files
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video file (mp4)2017 Cinematography Reel
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Credits
Year | Role / Type | Name of Production / Director | Company | |
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2019 |
Cinematographer
Commercial |
Dr. Brandt Skincare
Justin Rigby |
Studio Matter
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2019 |
Cinematographer
Commercial |
Trunk Club - How To Care
Alex Burton |
Team People
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2018 |
Cinematographer
Music Video |
J.S. Ondura / Torch Song
J.S. Ondura |
Verve Records
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2018 |
Cinematographer
Commercial |
Hanger 1 Vodka Summer Sizzle
Andrew Sternberg |
Media Grind
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2018 |
Cinematographer
Commercial |
Asics / Well + Good
Anthony Pellino |
MWAC
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2018 |
Director
Music Video |
Sirintip / In My Garden
Derek Means |
Nightingale Productions
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2018 |
Cinematographer
Film (Short) |
Little Charlotte's Unannounced Visit
Ruya Koman |
Ruya Koman
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2017 |
Cinematographer
Music Video |
Raekwon & P.U.R.E. / M&N
Erick Sasso & Brian Wendelken |
ICEH20
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2017 |
Additional Cinematography
Documentary |
Islam & The Future of Tolerance
Jay Shapiro |
Think Inc
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2017 |
Director & Cinematographer
Documentary |
Lori Nix - Pull Them In With Beauty
Derek Means |
Vimby
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2017 |
Cinematographer
Film (Short) |
Heidee
Lauren Versel |
Lucky Monkey Pictures
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2017 |
Director & Cinematographer
Music Video |
IX / The Hive
Derek Means |
Nightingale Productions
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2017 |
Cinematographer
Television / TV |
Rachel Unraveled
Rachel Ravel & Austin Spero |
Hit The Lights Productions
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2016 |
Director of Photography
Documentary |
Bedrooms
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Shed Media
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2016 |
2nd Unit Director of Photography
Music Video |
De La Soul / Pain
Bryan Barber |
Rebel of America
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2016 |
Cinematographer
Music Video |
Shakir Standley / Frittata Swag
Victor Varnado |
Victor Varnado
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2013 - 2016 |
2nd Unit Camera Operator
Television / TV |
Who Do You Think You Are?
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Shed Media
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Film (Feature) |
Grinder
Brandon Ruckdashel |
Ruckus Film Works
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2015 |
Director / Cinematographer
Music Video |
Lea Thomas / Phenomena
Derek Means |
Nightingale Productions
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2015 |
Additional Cinematography
Documentary |
Overload: America's Toxic Love Story
Soozie Eastman |
Dog With A Bone
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Television / TV |
A Fucking Webseries
Josh Miller and Elias Tanner |
No Fun Intended
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Film (Short) |
Here
Lisa Bass |
Lisa Bass Productions
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Film (Short) |
Choice
Shuchi Talati |
Starcatcher Productions
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Television / TV |
Solid 8: Meanwhile At Home
Danny Gorman |
Solid 8 Productions
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Film (Short) |
Platonic
David Leidy |
Eidetic Productions
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Television / TV |
Mazal Tov Season 1 (webseries)
Daniel Sterba |
Bernstein Productions
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2015 |
Director of Photography
Television / TV |
The Sonnet Project: Sonnet #29
John Hayden |
Shakespeare Exchange
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2014 |
Director / Cinematographer
Music Video |
The Secret Whistle / Capable of Flight
Derek Means |
Nightingale Productions
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2014 |
Director of Photography
Film (Student) |
Double Take
Anna Nora Bernstein |
Columbia University
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2014 |
Director of Photography
Television / TV |
The Sonnet Project: Sonnet #3
David Ketterer |
Shakespeare Exchange
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2013 |
Director of Photography
Music Video |
Violets / Honor Killing
Crystal Arnette |
Adventure We Can
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2013 |
Director of Photography
Film (Short) |
Game Plan
Justin Ciccotelli |
East Rock Films
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2013 |
Camera Operator
Commercial |
SmokeFree Spot
Chad Cooper |
SmokeFree
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2012 |
B Camera Operator
Commercial |
Bon Appetit Product Commercial
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Bon Appetit Magazine
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2012 |
Director of Photography
Film (Short) |
Cameron
David Ketterer |
Davit Ketterer Productions
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2012 |
Director of Photography
Music Video |
Patwa / Young Girl
Patwa |
True Griz Productions
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Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2005 | BA Comp. Sci BS Criminal Justice | American University |
Equipment
I own and can operate: Red DSMC2 Helium, Duclos Leica-R Prime Set, Teredek Bolt, EasyRig
I can operate: Arri Alexa, Arri Alexa Mini, Movi Pro, Canon C300 mkI & mkII, Arri Amira, RED Epic, Aaton XTR Prod, RED Scarlet, Sony F35, RED One/MX, Steadicam CamCrane200, Sony FS100, Arri SRII, Sony F3, Cannon 7D, Panasonic Varicam (35 and LT), Sony A7S
About me
Derek Means is a Brooklyn-based cinematographer. His work spans feature films, documentaries, music videos, art videos, dance films, and commercials. His artistic process is devoted to the creation of potent and honest films, focusing on emotive expression and nuance. Derek sees his function as that of a film doula, offering his passion for emotional connection in the service of the director’s vision. His commitment to communication makes its way onto the screen as well, through his interest in stories that demonstrate the ways in which we communicate through spoken word, unspoken physicality, and the spaces we leave in between.Skills
Secondary Job Title | Director |
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Job Titles | Camera Operator, Camera Operator (HD), Cinematographer, Director (Self Shooting), Director of Photography, Writer / Director, Aerial Camera / Drone, Director |
Years in industry | 6+ years |
Experienced in | Arts, Comedy, Commercials, Corporate, Digital/Online Campaigns, Documentary, Drama Reconstruction, Environmental, Film (Feature), Film (LB), Film (Short), Music, Music Promo, Television |
Interested in | Arts, Comedy, Commercials, Documentary, Environmental, Film (Feature), Film (LB), Film (Short), Music, Music Promo, Television, Wildlife |
Languages Spoken | English |
Own a car? | No |
Driving Licences | Standard |
Organization/Union Membership | IATSE |