Hello, I’m Vladimir Bykhovskiy, a senior videographer with over 20 years of experience in cinematography, video production, and editing. I have a strong background in TV and film production, still photography, and teaching. I thrive leading projects from concept through postproduction and collaborating with directors, producers, and editors to deliver visually compelling stories across TV series, documentaries, and commercials. Based in Hadera, Israel, I work across genres and formats, bringing solid lighting techniques, camera operation skills, and a collaborative spirit to every set. I mentor aspiring filmmakers and stay hands-on with color grading and editing to ensure the final product meets client goals and deadlines.

Vladimir Bykhovskiy

Hello, I’m Vladimir Bykhovskiy, a senior videographer with over 20 years of experience in cinematography, video production, and editing. I have a strong background in TV and film production, still photography, and teaching. I thrive leading projects from concept through postproduction and collaborating with directors, producers, and editors to deliver visually compelling stories across TV series, documentaries, and commercials. Based in Hadera, Israel, I work across genres and formats, bringing solid lighting techniques, camera operation skills, and a collaborative spirit to every set. I mentor aspiring filmmakers and stay hands-on with color grading and editing to ensure the final product meets client goals and deadlines.

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Hello, I’m Vladimir Bykhovskiy, a senior videographer with over 20 years of experience in cinematography, video production, and editing. I have a strong background in TV and film production, still photography, and teaching. I thrive leading projects from concept through postproduction and collaborating with directors, producers, and editors to deliver visually compelling stories across TV series, documentaries, and commercials.

Based in Hadera, Israel, I work across genres and formats, bringing solid lighting techniques, camera operation skills, and a collaborative spirit to every set. I mentor aspiring filmmakers and stay hands-on with color grading and editing to ensure the final product meets client goals and deadlines.

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Language

Russian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Hebrew (modern)
Advanced

Work Experience

Director of Photography at Television & Film Production
December 31, 2017 - September 29, 2025
Directed photography for numerous television and film projects from 1996 to 2017, overseeing camera operations, lighting design, and collaboration with directors and producers. Responsible for choosing lenses, framing, and color palettes to achieve the creative vision. Worked on over 37 TV series and films, with work spanning Russia and Israel.
Director of Photography at Champion (TV Series)
December 31, 2008 - September 29, 2025
Director of Photography on the 2008 TV series Champion, with the script based on an Israel format from the producer company Dori Media.
Director of Photography at Veronika. Lost Happiness (Russian TV series)
December 31, 2012 - September 29, 2025
Worked in Tel Aviv under the direction of producer/director Menahem Golan on the Russian TV series Veronika. Lost Happiness.
Freelance Cinematographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 1996 - Present
Led numerous cinematography projects across TV, film, and advertising industries; served as Director of Photography on a range of TV series, documentaries, and feature films; specialized in both short and longform production, with strong expertise in lighting, camera operation, and postproduction editing; managed multiple projects, ensuring high-quality production while meeting deadlines and budgets.
Head of Cinematography at Various Productions
January 1, 2023 - October 18, 2025
Oversaw cinematography for TV series, commercials, and documentaries; collaborated with directors, producers, and editors to ensure the visual representation of the narrative was achieved; delivered high-level artistic and technical direction throughout the production process.
Video Editor and Still Photographer at Multiple Projects
January 1, 2017 - October 18, 2025
Edited videos and took still photography for multiple projects; specialized in postproduction including color grading and video editing; worked closely with production teams to shape visual content.
Freelance Cinematographer (Self-Employed) at Self-Employed
January 1, 1996 - Present
Led cinematography projects across TV, film, and advertising; worked as Director of Photography on TV series, documentaries, and feature films; specialized in short and long-form production across various genres; expert in lighting, camera operation, and postproduction editing; managed multiple projects to ensure high-quality production within deadlines and budgets.
Head of Cinematography at Various Productions
January 1, 2023 - October 18, 2025
Oversaw cinematography for TV series, commercials, and documentaries; collaborated with directors, producers, and editors to realize the narrative visually; provided high-level artistic and technical direction throughout production.
Video Editor and Still Photographer at Various Projects
January 1, 2017 - October 18, 2025
Edited videos and captured still photography for multiple projects; specialized in postproduction including color grading and video editing; partnered with production teams to shape visual content and deliverables.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film at Samara University of Culture
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994
Bachelor's degree in Cinematography at Russian State University of Cinematography named after S.Gerasimov
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Cinematography specialization at State Institute of Cinematography (VGIK), Moscow, Russia
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998
Film Expert at State Institute of Culture, Samara, Russia
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1993
Cinematography at VGIK, State Institute of Cinematography, Moscow, Russia
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998
Film Expert at State Institute of Culture, Samara, Russia
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1993

Qualifications

DaVinci Resolve - Art and Science of color correction
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Adobe After Effects - Introductory course
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services