Hi, I'm David A. Schwartz. I'm a seasoned Director of Photography and Steadicam operator with four decades of experience shooting feature films, television, and commercial projects. My work spans film, broadcast TV, music videos, and corporate video, and I bring a strong eye for lighting, composition, and movement to every project. Throughout my career I have also worked as a director and editor, starting in the days of online tape-to-tape editing and continuing into today's digital NLEs. As a Director of Photography, I take advantage of the extensive coloring capabilities built into programs like Adobe Premire pro and Da Vinci Resolve. I’ve been a Steadicam owner-operator since 1984 and enjoy collaborating with directors to tell stories through dynamic camera work. In addition to on-set work, I teach at Drexel University, sharing practical production techniques with the next generation of filmmakers.

David A. Schwartz

Hi, I'm David A. Schwartz. I'm a seasoned Director of Photography and Steadicam operator with four decades of experience shooting feature films, television, and commercial projects. My work spans film, broadcast TV, music videos, and corporate video, and I bring a strong eye for lighting, composition, and movement to every project. Throughout my career I have also worked as a director and editor, starting in the days of online tape-to-tape editing and continuing into today's digital NLEs. As a Director of Photography, I take advantage of the extensive coloring capabilities built into programs like Adobe Premire pro and Da Vinci Resolve. I’ve been a Steadicam owner-operator since 1984 and enjoy collaborating with directors to tell stories through dynamic camera work. In addition to on-set work, I teach at Drexel University, sharing practical production techniques with the next generation of filmmakers.

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Hi, I’m David A. Schwartz. I’m a seasoned Director of Photography and Steadicam operator with four decades of experience shooting feature films, television, and commercial projects. My work spans film, broadcast TV, music videos, and corporate video, and I bring a strong eye for lighting, composition, and movement to every project.

Throughout my career I have also worked as a director and editor, starting in the days of online tape-to-tape editing and continuing into today’s digital NLEs. As a Director of Photography, I take advantage of the extensive coloring capabilities built into programs like Adobe Premire pro and Da Vinci Resolve.

I’ve been a Steadicam owner-operator since 1984 and enjoy collaborating with directors to tell stories through dynamic camera work. In addition to on-set work, I teach at Drexel University, sharing practical production techniques with the next generation of filmmakers.

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Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Teaching Professor at Drexel University
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2025
Teaching and mentoring in film/television/production within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Adjunct Instructor at Drexel University
April 1, 2003 - August 31, 2006
Adjunct teaching in film/media courses within the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Freelance Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator at Self-employed
November 1, 1987 - Present
Directing and DP services for feature films, broadcast television, commercials, music videos, and corporate video; Steadicam operator; owner-operator since 1984.
Director, Director of Photography, and Video Editor at Center City Film and Video
January 1, 1978 - October 31, 1987
Directed and shot projects; video editing; cinematography for multiple productions.

Education

Steadicam Workshop at Maine Film Workshop
September 1, 1982 - April 6, 2026
Continuing Education at Temple University
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1977
Bachelor of Arts in English at Rider University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 1976

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate