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I am Daniel McNamara, a Director of Photography and Editor with over 30 years of experience in shaping visual narratives across commercials, documentaries, and corporate productions. I guide projects from concept through post-production, leading teams with a clear artistic vision and a focus on storytelling, lighting, and color to deliver compelling, on-mission content. Throughout my career I have collaborated with agencies and brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo, and I have contributed to award programs including Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys. I bring a collaborative approach, technical proficiency, and a passion for producing high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets client objectives.…I am Daniel McNamara, a Director of Photography and Editor with over 30 years of experience in shaping visual narratives across commercials, documentaries, and corporate productions. I guide projects from concept through post-production, leading teams with a clear artistic vision and a focus on storytelling, lighting, and color to deliver compelling, on-mission content. Throughout my career I have collaborated with agencies and brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo, and I have contributed to award programs including Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys. I bring a collaborative approach, technical proficiency, and a passion for producing high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets client objectives.

Daniel McNamara

Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Video Editor, +4

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I am Daniel McNamara, a Director of Photography and Editor with over 30 years of experience in shaping visual narratives across commercials, documentaries, and corporate productions. I guide projects from concept through post-production, leading teams with a clear artistic vision and a focus on storytelling, lighting, and color to deliver compelling, on-mission content. Throughout my career I have collaborated with agencies and brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo, and I have contributed to award programs including Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys. I bring a collaborative approach, technical proficiency, and a passion for producing high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets client objectives.…I am Daniel McNamara, a Director of Photography and Editor with over 30 years of experience in shaping visual narratives across commercials, documentaries, and corporate productions. I guide projects from concept through post-production, leading teams with a clear artistic vision and a focus on storytelling, lighting, and color to deliver compelling, on-mission content. Throughout my career I have collaborated with agencies and brands such as Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo, and I have contributed to award programs including Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys. I bring a collaborative approach, technical proficiency, and a passion for producing high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets client objectives.

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I am Daniel McNamara, a Director of Photography and Editor with over 30 years of experience in shaping visual narratives across commercials, documentaries, and corporate productions. I guide projects from concept through post-production, leading teams with a clear artistic vision and a focus on storytelling, lighting, and color to deliver compelling, on-mission content.

Throughout my career I have collaborated with agencies and brands such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo, and I have contributed to award programs including Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys. I bring a collaborative approach, technical proficiency, and a passion for producing high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets client objectives.

Skills

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Experience Level

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Intermediate

Work Experience

Director of Photography & Editor at Storyline Motion Pictures, LLC

January 1, 2001 - October 31, 2025

Self-employed DP/Editor providing directing and post-production for commercials, documentaries, state-funded programs, non-profit initiatives, hospital features, music videos, and corporate/training videos; built relationships with multiple advertising agencies including an in-house office with Mintz and Hoke (2005-2020); specialized in interviews, political spots, and short-form comedy dramas, with contributions to Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys.

Chief Editor (Avid System) at Inlight Interactive

December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001

Led editing for medical e-learning programs ensuring high-quality visual and auditory content.

Lead Editor at Vidicon

December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999

Edited commercials and corporate videos, maintaining creative vision and technical standards.

Director of Photography & Lead Editor at Penfield Productions

December 31, 1997 - December 31, 1997

Videography and lighting design for diverse video projects, including commercials, documentaries, and corporate videos; managed and mentored a team of camera operators and assistant editors; oversaw the entire post-production workflow, including editing, sound design, color correction, and final delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines and creative vision; utilized a range of camera systems and Avid editing software.

Videographer, Editor, and Executive Producer at Continental Productions

December 31, 1989 - December 31, 1989

Filmed and edited documentaries and television shows; executive produced, filmed and edited 12 television shows for public broadcasting in England, Germany, Austria, and Ireland, focusing on children's education documentaries.

Director of Photography & Post-Production at Storyline Motion Pictures, LLC

January 1, 2001 - November 14, 2025

Director of photography and post-production for a broad range of projects, including commercials, documentaries, state-funded programs, non-profit initiatives, hospital features, music videos, and corporate/training videos for clients such as Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin Robbins, TJX, and Leonardo. Specialized in interviews, political spots, and short-form comedy dramas; contributed to Telly, Ace Awards, and local Emmys.

Chief Editor (Avid System) at Inlight Interactive

January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001

Led editing for medical e-learning programs, ensuring high-quality visual and auditory content.

Lead Editor at Vidicon

January 1, 1999 - January 1, 1999

Responsible for editing of commercials and corporate videos, maintaining creative vision and technical standards.

Director of Photography & Lead Editor at Penfield Productions

January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997

Videography and lighting design for diverse video projects, including commercials, documentaries, and corporate videos. Managed and mentored camera operators and assistant editors, fostering a collaborative production environment. Oversaw post-production workflow, including editing, sound design, color correction, and final delivery, ensuring adherence to timelines and creative vision. Used a range of camera systems and Avid editing software to achieve desired aesthetics and technical specifications.

Videographer, Editor, and Executive Producer at Continental Productions

January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989

F ilmed and edited documentaries and television shows. Executive produced, filmed and edited 12 television shows for public broadcasting in England, Germany, Austria, and Ireland, focusing on children's education documentaries.