A steadicam-driven dance film rooted in Indian history and culture. A collaboration with Sidra Dance Company.
- Cinematographer
- Film Director
- Video Editor
Dave Haft
- Washington, United States
- 2 projects
Verité director/cinematographer in Washington, DC with an eye for capturing adult-child interactions and a keen sense of inquiry.
About
Verité director/cinematographer in Washington, DC with an eye for capturing adult-child interactions and a keen sense of inquiry.
- Joined May 2024
Skills· 2
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
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Projects · 2
An intimate, short family documentary filmed over a year. Follow newlywed filmmakers Mary and Dave as they confront pandemic parenting and virtual school in their search for household balance. They juggle the roles of virtual educators, emotional partners, and parents. Will their love survive?
- Director of Photography
- Film Director
Work experience
Independent Cinematographer & Studio Consultant · Self-EmployedJan 2012 – Nov 2025 · 13 yrs 11 mos
Directed and shot 200+ editorial and promotional videos for global clients, managed field teams in over 10 countries; led studio operations and creative direction for a studio/Podcast environment; oversaw production for a digital audience of 850K+; recruited, trained, and managed a roster of local and international freelance filmmakers; developed standard operating procedures and visual templates to ensure consistency across productions and digital platforms; built technical workflows for live streaming, remote cameras, and cloud-based collaboration; Selected speaker on AI for Documentaries at the DC/DOX Film Festival; FAA-licensed drone pilot with vehicle-mounted and stabilized cinematography experience.
Content Producer & Strategist · U.S. Military Health System (Contractor: Axiom)Apr 2011 – Apr 2011 · 1 mo
Led the launch of the Military Health System's first enterprise-wide social media program, defining strategy, policy, governance, and KPIs for a $50B federal health care network; advised public affairs and senior Pentagon staff on content planning, digital engagement, and emerging platforms.
Studio Service Engineer · Washington Professional SystemsJan 2007 – Jan 2007 · 1 mo
Installed and maintained professional studio systems for clients including Discovery, National Geographic, and federal agencies; delivered on-site training for Sony and Apple production systems.
Education
B.S., Electrical & Computer Engineering (with Distinction) · University of Rochester2030 – 2025
Certifications and awards
Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) — AVIXA2030 – 2025
FAA-licensed drone pilot2030 – 2025
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