Staff Video Production Camera Crews
Assignment Desk employs 20+ W2 staff Directors of Photography in 24+ cities across the US and Canada. Every DP is trained through our federally accredited apprenticeship program and equipped with identical broadcast-quality gear packages.
Here are the best Directors of Photography in America. Our Crews are all Staff Directors of Photography with years of experience. They're trained through Go To Crew's one of a kind, Federally Accredited Apprenticeship program, provided the very best gear in the industry, placed strategically and marketed as Elite.
Why Staff Crews?
W-2 Employees
Not freelancers. Full-time staff with company training, background checks, and consistent quality on every shoot.
Elite Equipment
Every DP carries identical high-end gear packages so you get the same broadcast-quality result regardless of market.
Nationwide Coverage
20+ Directors of Photography in 24+ cities across the US and Canada. One call staffs any market.
Apprenticeship Trained
Every crew member completes a 12-month federally accredited apprenticeship program before going solo.
Roger WoodruffRoger WoodruffSenior Managing DP
New England150 Dorset St. STE 245 PMB 222, South Burlington, VT 05403
Emmy winner. Directed photography on HGTV's "Fixer Upper." Great energy, hard working attitude, and decades of broadcast experience.
Nate GalluppiNate GalluppiManaging DP
Dallas, TX9540 Garland Rd Ste 381-180, Dallas, TX 75218
Worked on HGTV's "Fixer Upper", HBO, ESPN, FOX Sports, WWE. Also covers New Orleans and Louisiana market.
Zach ReedZach ReedDP
Los Angeles, CA2629 Foothill Blvd. #110, La Crescenta, CA 91214
Based in LA, covers all of California. Experienced in Network News, Weather, Sports, and Entertainment production.
Nate SilvermanNate SilvermanDP
Atlanta, GA12195 Highway 92 Ste 114 #193, Woodstock, GA 30188
Shot multiple Super Bowls and reality shows. Credits include HGTV, ESPN, Forbes, Barstool Sports, and NFL Films.
Ryan BrowerRyan BrowerDP
Washington, DC509 Quince Orchard Rd #123, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Seasoned video production professional based in DC. Frequently travels for assignments across the mid-Atlantic.
Jordan WoodsJordan WoodsDP
Cleveland, OH5120 Mayfield Rd Box #231, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
7 years in TV production. Credits include ABC, CNN, Weather Channel, and NewsNation. Covers elections, crime, and lifestyle.
Reinaldo Gentile-RondonReinaldo Gentile-RondonDP
Nashville, TN2500 Murfreesboro Rd Ste 105 #101, Nashville, TN 37217
Originally from Upstate NY, calls Nashville home. Credits include Turner, WWE, NFL Network, CBS, ABC, Hilton, and Hulu.
Karl EgbeKarl EgbeDP
New York City381 Knickerbocker Ave #349, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Keen eye for composition with a passion for storytelling. Brings a unique visual style to every project.
Joe OwensJoe OwensDP
Austin, TX7421 Burnet Rd. #914, Austin, TX 78757
10+ years experience spanning sports, documentaries, true crime, and news. Austin-based, covers all of Central Texas.
Zach MachenZach MachenDP
Houston, TX4008 Louetta Rd. #409, Spring, TX 77388
Passionate storyteller who worked up through the ranks. Based in Houston, covering the greater Gulf Coast region.
Derrick ButlerDerrick ButlerDP
Minneapolis, MN13570 Grove Dr N, Suite 182, Maple Grove, MN 55311
Based in Minneapolis. Brings a creative eye and Go To attitude to every production assignment.
Jalen PhillipsJalen PhillipsDP
Charlotte, NC8508 Park Rd #236, Charlotte, NC 28210
From Oxford, MS. Former Marine Corps combat photographer. Credits include ESPN, MLS, XFL, and E! Network.
Manny FrancesManny FrancesDP
St. Louis, MO9506 Olive Blvd #539, Olivette, MO 63132
Midwest native with major credits including Warner Bros., ESPN, UTA, and CNN.
EJ WatsonEJ WatsonDP
Chicago, IL301 W Grand Ave #178, Chicago, IL 60654
Chicago-based DP covering news, sports, and corporate clients throughout the Midwest.
Jack GaertnerJack GaertnerDP
Southern California4804 Laurel Canyon Blvd. #1202, Valley Village, CA 91607
Background in documentary and sports. Fast, adaptable, and ready for any production challenge.
Cooper PattersonCooper PattersonDP
Seattle, WA17701 108th Ave SE #236, Renton, WA 98055
Interviews and multi-camera events specialist. Embodies the "do everything" mindset.
Brian BehrensBrian BehrensDP
Denver, CO303 S Broadway STE 200-145, Denver, CO 80209
Relaunched the Denver office. Seasoned DP with a passion for capturing unforgettable moments.
Hayden BroomheadHayden BroomheadDP
Toronto, ON130 Hollidge Blvd Ste B-6 #332, Aurora, ON L4G 3Z9
Leading the Toronto office launch. Extensive broadcast and corporate production experience across Canada.
Rachel SanchezRachel SanchezDP
Miami, FL300 E Oakland Park Blvd Suite 205, Wilton Manors, FL 33334
Year 2 in Florida covering Keys to the panhandle. Focused on collaborative and safe production environments.
Carlos MartinezCarlos MartinezDP
Las Vegas, NV10624 S. Eastern Ave. Suite A-813, Las Vegas, NV 89015
Specializes in lifestyle, documentary, and branded content. Sony FX9 and FX3 specialist.
Ethan SchoenbornEthan SchoenbornDP
San Francisco, CAOne Market Plaza, Suite 3600, San Francisco, CA 94105
Seven years of production experience with a focus on immersive lighting and camerawork. Covers the entire Bay Area and Northern California.
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