I'm a cinematographer who's spent the last fifteen years turning caffeine into moving pictures that people actually want to watch - some to the tune of billions of views, which still sounds made-up to me. Along the way, I've learned how to lead large teams (and deal with the personalities that come with them), coordinate seamlessly with other departments, and keep my cool when capturing massive action sequences - turns out the secret to handling explosions is the same as handling any other high-pressure situation: clear communication and a little bit of coffee or Yerba Mate (google it - it’s amazing).
I cut my teeth in the feature film world, working my way up through the ranks to eventually serve as both camera operator and 2nd Unit DP, where I learned to thrive under the pressure of ‘we only get one take at this’. These days, I focus primarily on commercials, bringing that feature film sensibility and storytelling depth to every project - because even a 30-second spot deserves cinematic treatment.
I've had the privilege of shooting music videos for major recording artists that have collectively garnered millions (and yes, some billions) of views across platforms. Whether it's capturing the perfect moment in a broadcast spot or building the visual language for an entire feature, I approach every project with the same obsessive attention to detail that once made me a Division I swimmer - except now instead of staring at black lines on a pool bottom, I'm staring at waveform monitors.
When I'm not behind a camera or buried in DaVinci Resolve, you'll find me at home with my wife of ten years and our three kids, who serve as both my greatest inspiration and my most honest critics. They've yet to be impressed by my IMDB page, but they do think I'm pretty good at making pancakes.
Ready to elevate your next project? I'm always excited to collaborate with fellow storytellers who believe that great visuals can transform good ideas into unforgettable experiences. Let's talk about how we can create something extraordinary together.
Drop me a line - my typical response time is faster than my 50 freestyle split. Spoiler alert: I was a backstroker.
Email
AElkinsDP@gmail.com
Phone
(513) 315-5911