I am a visual storyteller and field photographer dedicated to capturing the human condition and the natural world. My practice spans documentary work to cinematic drama, unified by a commitment to authentic, cinematic imagery. I thrive in challenging, remote environments and am fully equipped for long-term expeditions and investigative field work. My career has taken me to diverse locations, I’ve learned to collaborate with people from all walks of life, and I continually refine a cinema-verité approach that respects real moments as they unfold.

Donis Good

I am a visual storyteller and field photographer dedicated to capturing the human condition and the natural world. My practice spans documentary work to cinematic drama, unified by a commitment to authentic, cinematic imagery. I thrive in challenging, remote environments and am fully equipped for long-term expeditions and investigative field work. My career has taken me to diverse locations, I’ve learned to collaborate with people from all walks of life, and I continually refine a cinema-verité approach that respects real moments as they unfold.

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I am a visual storyteller and field photographer dedicated to capturing the human condition and the natural world. My practice spans documentary work to cinematic drama, unified by a commitment to authentic, cinematic imagery.

I thrive in challenging, remote environments and am fully equipped for long-term expeditions and investigative field work. My career has taken me to diverse locations, I’ve learned to collaborate with people from all walks of life, and I continually refine a cinema-verité approach that respects real moments as they unfold.

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Language

Thai
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer / Videographer at Thai Productions
January 1, 2005 - Present
Co-producing corporate video productions; pre-production quoting documents, coordinating suppliers the photography / video productions and post-production including editing, motion graphics, music score referencing, etc. Photographer for Elle Decoration and Marie Claire using medium format camera and film stocks supplied by the company and responsible for all photography processing from developing to finalizing for layout. Producing photography / videography imaging for advertorial/editorial, promotional or commercial purposes. Operate various camera formats including DSLR, mirrorless, 35mm digital camera, Arri Alexa mini, Sony FX9. On field as solo operator, sometimes operate compact sound recording gear and wireless devices. Cinematographer—learn scripts under discussion with director/producer and produce scripts to visuals.
Camera Operator / Cinematographer at Apostrophe Films
October 1, 2007 - October 24, 2025
Freelance cinematography and camera operation for magazines and brands; on-location shoots in Bangkok for clients including Elle Decoration, Marie Claire, and HoneyMoon+ Travel (2003–2010).
Cinematographer at New York Times
December 31, 2020 - October 24, 2025
Cinematography for feature documentary pieces, including work around 'Born Different Twins Who Don’t Want to Be Separated' (2020).
Camera Operator / Cinematographer at ABC Australia
January 1, 2024 - Present
Cinematography for TV drama 'Oh My Sweet Heart' (2024) as Camera Operator / Cinematographer.
Camera Operator / Cinematographer at Freelance
January 1, 2011 - Present
On-location documentary and narrative shoots; travel across urban and wilderness environments; collaboration with small film crews.
Cinematographer / Camera Operator at Apostrophe Films
October 31, 2007 - October 24, 2025
Worked on documentary and magazine shoots; responsible for camera operation, framing, and lighting on location in Bangkok for magazines including Elle Decoration, Marie Claire, and Honeymoon+ Travel (2003–2010).
Cinematographer at New York Times
December 31, 2020 - October 24, 2025
Cinematography for feature documentary pieces, including coverage for documentary topics such as 'Born Different' and other assignments in 2020.
Cinematographer at ABC, Australia
December 31, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Cinematography for on-location shoots, including 'For Frog's Sake' and related TV/documentary work.
Camera Assistant at Apostrophe Films
March 1, 2007 - October 31, 2007
Gained hands-on experience in camera setup, blocking and lighting during Bangkok shoots.
Freelance Photographer / Camera Operator at Various magazines & production houses
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2010
Freelanced for Elle Decoration, Marie Claire, HoneyMoon+ Travel; shot interiors, fashion and travel features.
Cinematographer / Lighting Cameraman at New York Times
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Cinematography for on-location feature pieces; arranged lighting and camera setups.
Video Cameraperson / Lighting Cameraman at Born Different Twins Who Don’t Want to Be Separated
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Cinematography and lighting for documentary segments; contributed to on-site shoots.
Cinematographer at Pattaya Film Festival
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Documentary Pitch 2024; contributed to cinematography and visual storytelling.
Cinematographer
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Cinematography on projects including the short film documentary Pattani Landlord (2019) and features such as Forgiveness Day (New York Times, 2020).
Cinematographer
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Documentary work on Born Different: Twins Who Don't Want to Be Separated (2021) as videographer/lighting.
Editor / Documentary Producer at Pattaya Film Festival
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Documentary Pitch 2024: editor and PR contributions; earned two prizes for a featured documentary film project.
Video Journalist / Camera Operator at Cinerent (Thailand)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004
On-location reporting, camera operation and field shooting for documentary-style projects.
Cinematographer / Videographer at Apostrophe Films (Bangkok)
March 1, 2007 - October 1, 2007
Cinematography for feature and documentary projects, including short films and commercials.
Cinematographer / Photographer at Elle Decoration, Marie Claire, Honeymoon+ Travel
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010
Magazine and travel-feature shoots in a documentary-style visual language.
Cinematographer at Pattani Landlord (Documentary Short)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Cinematography for a short documentary project.
Videographer / Lighting Technician / Camera Operator at For Frog's Sake – ABC Australia
January 1, 2024 - Present
Interviews, on-location lighting, and camera work for television production.
Editor / Documentary Pitch Participant at Pattaya Film Festival
January 1, 2024 - Present
Edited documentary pitches; contributed to creative and PR aspects; received awards for documentary pitches.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at RMIT University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Bachelor of Arts in Photography at Edith Cowan University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Diploma at Christchurch Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts in Photography at RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Professional Photography Certificate at Christchurch Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Bachelor of Arts: Photography at Edith Cowan University (ECU)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Photography Certificate (Professional) at RMIT University
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts: Photography at Christchurch Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Graduate at RMIT University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Bachelor of Arts: Photography at Christchurch Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Professional Photography Certificate at Christchurch Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Graduate at RMIT University (The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Graduate at Edith Cowan University (ECU)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Bachelor of Arts: Photography at RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Intensive film making training at Edith Cowan University (ECU)
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026

Qualifications

Feature documentary film project participant as cinematographer / editor
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Pattaya FILM FESTIVAL: Documentary Pitch 2024 received 2nd prize for THB 100,000
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Photography
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2001
Professional Photography Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Cinematography Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Bachelor of Arts: Photography
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Photography Certificate (Professional)
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Cinematography Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Professional Photography Certificate
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026
Bachelor of Arts: Photography
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 1997
Professional Photography Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Certificate: Professional Photography
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Camera Operator Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Other