The Journey To Becoming a Great Cinematographer with Bradley Credit

 
Becoming a great cinematographer requires dedication, skill, and creativity. It is a journey that involves a deep understanding of visual storytelling, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with directors, producers, and other crew members. In this episode, I am joined by Bradley Credit, a New York City-based cinematographer. Originally from Washington, D.C., Bradley is inspired by personal and impactful stories where he can lend his eye and sensibilities to enhance them visually.


Bradley shares his personal cinematography journey from growing up in DC to working with United Talent Agency. He talks about what makes cinematography in Washington D.C. different from other places in the US, the amazing film that motivated him to become a cinematographer, and the difference in his commercial work and narrative work. He also discusses the top qualities that he looks for in a crew and a director that he wants to be part of and his relationship with colors that makes his projects great! Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!
 

Timestamps

[02:59] How it feels to be brought up in Washington, D.C.

[04:53] What makes cinematography in Washington DC different from other places in the US

[07:32] Bradley’s experience in sports when growing up

[10:59] The amazing film that motivated Bradley to become a cinematographer

[13:00] The first camera that Bradley brought

[16:26] The difference between the commercial work that Bradley does and the narrative work

[22:00] Does Bradley share the ideas for the sports with the director?

[23:06] How Bradley skill stack as a cinematographer to elevate his career

[27:46] The top qualities that Bradley looks for in a crew and a director that he wants to be a part of

[30:04] Bradley’s relationship with colors that makes his projects great

[42:35] How Bradley felt after receiving the email from UTA about signing him

[45:56] Bradley’s Top 5 films

Connect with Bradley Credit:

Website: https://bradleycredit.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradleycreditdp/

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/bradleycredit
 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-credit/


 

Support the show

Visual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/
Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/

Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.com
Vante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/

To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations

Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation

Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante