Two DPs. One Podcast Episode. We talk with Cleveland-based cinematographer Caleb Crossen on this episode about his work and thing to know as a DP.

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  • Caleb Crossen is a Cleveland-based freelance cinematographer. He has been behind the camera for numerous clients, including Reebok, Progressive Insurance, and the Cleveland Cavaliers. In this episode, he joins James for a conversation between fellow DPs. They talk about things like the importance of lens choice, interactions with directors and producers, and movies that drove them to work in film.

• Talking Points

  • Caleb’s start in the industry

  • Gathering a vision from experience

  • The importance of lens choice

  • Interactions with the director and producer

  • Process for monitoring exposure

  • Staying consistent in getting a good frame

  • Standing out as a DP

  • Measuring up to the “National” standard

  • The movies that shaped both Caleb and James’ interest in film

  • Process of breaking down frames from other films/projects

• Social Media

  • IG: calebcrossendp

  • Link: calebcrossen.com