Hi, I'm Jonathan Pope, a cinematographer and filmmaker focused on documentary and narrative storytelling. I work across feature films, television pilots, and documentary projects, bringing a collaborative, visually driven approach to every production. I love crafting images that serve the story—experimenting with light, lenses, and camera movement to create immersive moments. With Emmy-nominated work on The Social Dilemma and a track record across independent features, I’m always exploring new techniques and workflows to elevate the craft.

Jonathan Pope

Hi, I'm Jonathan Pope, a cinematographer and filmmaker focused on documentary and narrative storytelling. I work across feature films, television pilots, and documentary projects, bringing a collaborative, visually driven approach to every production. I love crafting images that serve the story—experimenting with light, lenses, and camera movement to create immersive moments. With Emmy-nominated work on The Social Dilemma and a track record across independent features, I’m always exploring new techniques and workflows to elevate the craft.

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Hi, I’m Jonathan Pope, a cinematographer and filmmaker focused on documentary and narrative storytelling. I work across feature films, television pilots, and documentary projects, bringing a collaborative, visually driven approach to every production.

I love crafting images that serve the story—experimenting with light, lenses, and camera movement to create immersive moments. With Emmy-nominated work on The Social Dilemma and a track record across independent features, I’m always exploring new techniques and workflows to elevate the craft.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Cinematographer at INITIATION (SXSW 2020)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Cinematography for INITIATION; 2020 SXSW Film Festival; Lionsgate / SABAN / XYZ / SHATTERPROOF FILMS.
Cinematographer at OUTShine Film Festival / James Kicklighter
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Cinematography for The Sound of Identity (Documentary); Programmer’s Award for Excellence at OUTShine Film Festival.
Cinematographer at Lionsgate / SABAN / XYZ / Shatterproof Films
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Cinematography for Initiation (2020 SXSW Film Festival) – collaboration among production companies.
Cinematographer (Documentary) at Netflix / Exposure Labs
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Cinematography on The Social Dilemma (Documentary-Narrative); Emmy nomination for Outstanding Cinematography related to the project.
Cinematographer at Valet / Indie Series (Season 2)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Cinematography for Valet, Season 2; Indie Series Awards nominee for Best Cinematography (2017).

Education

M.F.A. Film & Television Production at University of Southern California – School of Cinematic Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
B.S. Multimedia Communication: Digital Filmmaking at Georgia Southern University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
M.F.A. Film & Television Production at University of Southern California: School of Cinematic Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
B.S. Multimedia Communication: Digital Filmmaking at GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
M.F.A. Film & Television Production at University of Southern California
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2013
B.S. Multimedia Communication: Digital Filmmaking at Georgia Southern University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

2021 Emmy Nomination: Outstanding Cinematography (The Social Dilemma)
January 1, 2021 - January 20, 2026
ASC Vision Mentorship Program
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Kodak Cinematography Scholarship Nominee
January 1, 2012 - January 20, 2026
Emmy Nomination - Outstanding Cinematography
January 1, 2021 - February 10, 2026
ASC Vision Mentorship Program
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Kodak Cinematography Scholarship - Nominee
January 1, 2012 - February 10, 2026
ASC Heritage Award - Nominee
January 1, 2013 - February 10, 2026
Film Invasion LA - Grand Jury Prize: Best Cinematography (The Mannequin)
January 1, 2025 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other