I am a filmmaker with over 15 years of experience, specializing in immersive visual worlds for documentaries, feature dramas, and innovative genre cinema. As the founder and CEO of Tomorrow Film, I lead international co-productions and blend a distinct artistic voice with rigorous production standards. I’m driven by storytelling that resonates across borders and cultures, and I thrive in collaborations that push creative and technical boundaries. My work spans Ukraine, the UK, USA, France, Canada, and the Netherlands, where I oversee projects from development through international sales. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, embracing cutting-edge techniques, and delivering visually compelling narratives that connect with audiences worldwide.

Viacheslav Rakovskyi

I am a filmmaker with over 15 years of experience, specializing in immersive visual worlds for documentaries, feature dramas, and innovative genre cinema. As the founder and CEO of Tomorrow Film, I lead international co-productions and blend a distinct artistic voice with rigorous production standards. I’m driven by storytelling that resonates across borders and cultures, and I thrive in collaborations that push creative and technical boundaries. My work spans Ukraine, the UK, USA, France, Canada, and the Netherlands, where I oversee projects from development through international sales. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, embracing cutting-edge techniques, and delivering visually compelling narratives that connect with audiences worldwide.

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I am a filmmaker with over 15 years of experience, specializing in immersive visual worlds for documentaries, feature dramas, and innovative genre cinema. As the founder and CEO of Tomorrow Film, I lead international co-productions and blend a distinct artistic voice with rigorous production standards. I’m driven by storytelling that resonates across borders and cultures, and I thrive in collaborations that push creative and technical boundaries.

My work spans Ukraine, the UK, USA, France, Canada, and the Netherlands, where I oversee projects from development through international sales. I’m passionate about mentoring teams, embracing cutting-edge techniques, and delivering visually compelling narratives that connect with audiences worldwide.

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Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Cameraman / Director of Photography at Film.ua Studio
December 31, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Field cameraman and director of photography; contributed to over 200 projects for Ukraine's largest film company, collaborating with international teams.
Director / Cinematographer at Independent Feature Film (State Film Support Agency)
December 31, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Directed and shot a feature film with state support in Ukraine.
Director of Photography at Turn on the Light
December 31, 2020 - October 24, 2025
Documentary DP; project supported by Marrakech Film Festival Foundation and Moroccan Royal Family Foundation.
Director of Photography at Family Album
January 1, 2023 - Present
Documentary (2023).
Director – Cinematographer at DENGEROUS
January 1, 2023 - Present
Documentary; Ukraine/Canada/France co-production.
Director of Photography at I Work at the Cemetery
January 1, 2022 - Present
Dramatic feature; director of photography for the project.
Director of Photography at The Wizard of the Big City
January 1, 2022 - Present
Romantic comedy TV series (8 episodes) – director of photography.
Director of Photography (Second Unit) at Theory of Evil
January 1, 2021 - Present
Detective series (8 episodes); second unit DP.
Director, Cinematographer, Producer at THE ARK (Ukraine - USA co-production)
January 1, 2023 - November 10, 2025
A Ukrainian family transforms their home into a war-time animal sanctuary for 1,000+ displaced animals. Narrated & Executive Produced by Kyra Sedgwick.
Cinematographer at The Dam / Kakhovsky Object
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Post-Kakhovka Dam explosion, Ukrainian soldiers battle zombies in Soviet bunkers.
Cinematographer at Silent Nava / Tykha Nava
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
8-Episode Series • Detective Thriller Drama (Based on True Events).
Founder at TOMORROW film
January 1, 2023 - November 10, 2025
Founded TOMORROW film in Kyiv (2023) to produce documentary and narrative cinema.
Documentary Director at TOMORROW film
January 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025
Debuted as documentary director in 2025.
Founder & CEO at TOMORROW FILM (Kyiv)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Orchestrating full-cycle production from development to international sales; leading international co-productions with a focus on Ukraine, UK, USA, France, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Lead Cinematographer at FILM.UA Group; 1+1 Media Group; STARLIGHT Media & Global Freelance
January 1, 2009 - Present
Leading cinematography across multiple projects; collaborative work with international partners (BFD Productions, Believe Entertainment Group, Hidden Light, BNNVARA, ZDF, Evil Doghouse).
Co-Director; Director of Photography; Producer at BFD Productions (USA) & TOMORROW FILM (UA)
January 1, 2025 - Present
The Ark (2025) – documentary feature about a Ukrainian family running a war-time animal sanctuary (1,000+ animals).
Director of Photography at 1+1 Media & Kyivstar TV
January 1, 2026 - Present
SILENT NAVA / ТИХА НАВА (2026) – 8-episode detective thriller; 7 million views in 10 days; atmospheric noir visuals.
Director of Photography at FILM.UA Group
January 1, 2025 - Present
THE DAM / ОБ’ЄКТ КАХОВКА (2025) – post-dam explosion; soldiers vs. zombies in Soviet bunkers; low-light cinematography and practical FX in subterranean locations.
Director of Photography at Independent / Warsaw Film Festival 2025 premiere
January 1, 2024 - Present
FAMILY ALBUM (2024) – documentary feature; British photographer uncovers Ukrainian roots amid war.
Director of Photography
January 1, 2022 - Present
I WORK AT THE CEMETERY / Я ПРАЦЮЮ НА ЦВИНТАРІ (2022) – feature film; dramedy; awards include Best Cinematography (Montelupo Fiorentino IIFF 2021) and Best Film (Munich International Film Awards 2021).

Education

Art Direction at Kyiv Academy of Media Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
Bachelor of Information Technologies at College of Press and Television (Mykolaiv, Ukraine)
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
Art Direction Certification at Kyiv Academy of Media Arts (KAMA)
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
Bachelor’s in IT at Mykolaiv College of Press & Television
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Golden Dzyga – Best Soundtrack, I Work at the Cemetery
January 1, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Munich Film Awards 2021 – Best Film, I Work at the Cemetery
January 1, 2021 - October 24, 2025
Montelupo Fiorentino IIFF 2021 – Best Cinematography, I Work at the Cemetery
January 1, 2021 - October 24, 2025
Art Direction Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other