Emmy-nominated camera operator/ NY Times published photographer with 10+ years of experience in large-scale film production and broadcast. I specialize in unscripted TV, documentary, branded content, and lifestyle storytelling, with a deep knowledge of camera technology and field production in rugged outdoor environments, travel, as well as studio settings. I excel at collaborating with any team to create compelling, broadcast- and print-ready visuals. I have a deep appreciation for cross-cultural storytelling, as seen in my work with Indigenous communities for National Geographic all over Alaska. Please see ColganFilm.com for a small view of some of my work.

Tyler Colgan

Emmy-nominated camera operator/ NY Times published photographer with 10+ years of experience in large-scale film production and broadcast. I specialize in unscripted TV, documentary, branded content, and lifestyle storytelling, with a deep knowledge of camera technology and field production in rugged outdoor environments, travel, as well as studio settings. I excel at collaborating with any team to create compelling, broadcast- and print-ready visuals. I have a deep appreciation for cross-cultural storytelling, as seen in my work with Indigenous communities for National Geographic all over Alaska. Please see ColganFilm.com for a small view of some of my work.

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Emmy-nominated camera operator/ NY Times published photographer with 10+ years of experience in large-scale film production and broadcast. I specialize in unscripted TV, documentary, branded content, and lifestyle storytelling, with a deep knowledge of camera technology and field production in rugged outdoor environments, travel, as well as studio settings. I excel at collaborating with any team to create compelling, broadcast- and print-ready visuals. I have a deep appreciation for cross-cultural storytelling, as seen in my work with Indigenous communities for National Geographic all over Alaska. Please see ColganFilm.com for a small view of some of my work.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Camera Operator at Bowhunter TV – Outdoor Channel
November 1, 2024 - Present
Solely responsible in the field to shoot docustyle hunting sequences, interviews, and b-roll in rugged outdoor environments on deer hunts; capable of performing in high-pressure shooting environments.
Camera Operator at BBC Studios / NatGeo (Life Below Zero, Next Generation, First Alaskans)
September 29, 2019 - December 30, 2023
Shot hit award-winning TV show about indigenous lifestyles in extreme conditions across Alaska; collaborated with field producers and DPs to execute cinematic storytelling; captured stylized B-roll, drone footage, timelapse and run-and-gun interviews; worked under extremely high-pressure conditions.
Freelance Photographer, Camera / Grip / Video Assist / VTR / DIT at Self-employed / Chicago
December 30, 2011 - Present
Worked on 500+ big-budget commercials, syndicated TV shows, feature films, studio shoots, live events; provided VTR previews, live LUTs, color grading, media backup and delivery; photographed brands and lifestyle subjects; led or supported large crews on location and in-studio.

Education

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Qualifications

First Aid Certified
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026
Drone Operation (Part 107 Certified)
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services