Hello! I’m Andy Newport, a Chicago-based Director of Photography with extensive experience in docu-drama and reality television. I translate creative concepts into compelling visuals by partnering with directors and producers, crafting lighting and camera language that serves the story. My work spans Ready to Love, Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, Barstool Sports, HGTV, and more across major networks and varied formats. I’m passionate about collaborating with crews to capture authentic moments while maintaining cinematic quality on fast timelines. I thrive on dynamic shoots, adapting to locations and schedules, and mentoring junior crew when needed. I stay current with camera tech and post tools to deliver polished storytelling that resonates with audiences and clients alike.

Andy Newport

Hello! I’m Andy Newport, a Chicago-based Director of Photography with extensive experience in docu-drama and reality television. I translate creative concepts into compelling visuals by partnering with directors and producers, crafting lighting and camera language that serves the story. My work spans Ready to Love, Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, Barstool Sports, HGTV, and more across major networks and varied formats. I’m passionate about collaborating with crews to capture authentic moments while maintaining cinematic quality on fast timelines. I thrive on dynamic shoots, adapting to locations and schedules, and mentoring junior crew when needed. I stay current with camera tech and post tools to deliver polished storytelling that resonates with audiences and clients alike.

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Hello! I’m Andy Newport, a Chicago-based Director of Photography with extensive experience in docu-drama and reality television. I translate creative concepts into compelling visuals by partnering with directors and producers, crafting lighting and camera language that serves the story. My work spans Ready to Love, Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, Barstool Sports, HGTV, and more across major networks and varied formats. I’m passionate about collaborating with crews to capture authentic moments while maintaining cinematic quality on fast timelines.

I thrive on dynamic shoots, adapting to locations and schedules, and mentoring junior crew when needed. I stay current with camera tech and post tools to deliver polished storytelling that resonates with audiences and clients alike.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Photography (DP) at Lighthearted Entertainment
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Director of Photography for Ready to Love, Season 5
Director of Photography (DP) at Glass Engine
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Press junket photography for Bob Odenkirk/Nobody 2
Director of Photography (DP) at ReachTV
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Director of Photography for Milwaukee Airport - Season 1
Camera Operator at VH1
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Camera operator for Love and Hip Hop Atlanta, Season 13
Camera Operator at Barstool Sports
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Camera operator for Barstool Sports, Season 1
Director of Photography (DP) at HGTV / MAK Pictures
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Director of Photography for Bidding Frenzy
Director of Photography (DP) at VICE Media (Lifetime)
January 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025
Director of Photography for A Sorority Mom's Guide To Rush, Season 1
Director of Photography (DP) at A&E - Butternut Media / WheelHouse Productions
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Director of Photography for Betting on Beloit, Season 1
Director of Photography (DP) at Windy City Rehab (Season 4)
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Director of Photography for Windy City Rehab, Season 4
Producer at Forbes
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Sit Down with Justin Ishbia
Camera Operator at Married At First Sight (Season 18) - Kinetic Content
June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Camera Operator
Director of Photography (DP) at Big Table Media / Allison's Dream Home
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Director of Photography for Allison’s Dream Home
Director of Photography (DP) at Sharp Entertainment / 90 Day Fiancé
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Director of Photography for 90 Day Fiancé - Season 10
Camera Operator at Six West Media / A+E
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Camera Operator for Legends of the Fork - Season 1
Director of Photography (DP) at TV
January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Director of Photography for Forbidden Love - Season 1
Camera Operator at ReachTV
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
TV Camera Operator for Milwaukee Airport segments, Season 1, capturing live-to-tape segments and B-roll.
Director of Photography (DP) at Barstool Sports
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Digital DP for Barstool Sports, Season 1, overseeing lighting and camera setup for online formats.
Director of Photography (DP) at HGTV - MAK Pictures
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
TV DP for Bidding Frenzy, ensuring fast-turnaround production with strong visual storytelling.
Director of Photography (DP) at A&E - Butternut Media/WheelHouse Productions
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
DP for Betting on Beloit, Season 1, contributing to a high-energy documentary-style narrative.

Education

BA Film/Video at Columbia College Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
BA at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2003 - January 19, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality