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American Idol: Disney Night

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam Nuttmann

 

Norway Underwater

UNDERWATER CINEMATOGRAPHER: Sam Nuttmann

 

Namibia Aerial Landscapes

AERIAL DRONE PILOT: Sam Nuttmann

 

So You Think You Can Dance

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam Nuttmann

 

Into The Badlands

MOVI / GIMBAL OPERATOR: Sam Nuttmann

 

Lane 9

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam Nuttmann

 

Ariana Grande, "Everyday"

MOVI / GIMBAL OPERATOR: Sam Nuttmann

 

The Sea Of Trees

MOVI / GIMBAL OPERATOR: Sam Nuttmann

 

AyseDeniz - "Heart Shaped Box"

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Sam Nuttmann

SAM NUTTMANN

Seattle | Los Angeles | Worldwide

DP / CINEMATOGRAPHER

I am an artist who is passionate about storytelling. I am a professional Director Of Photography (DP) and Camera Operator, specializing in MoVI handheld stabilization gimbal technology and other innovative camera moving tools. I have worked on feature films with Oscar winning actors, major network television series, a-list musician music videos, and national commercials for Fortune 500 brands. I am a member of the International Cinematographers Guild IATSE Local 600 Union.

MOVI / GIMBAL OPERATOR

I am one of the first MoVI Operators in the world. I worked with the early prototype versions at Freefly Systems when the technology was first introduced and now use the most current systems on the market. Whether you’re new to the world of handheld stabilized gimbal systems and looking to hire an operator for the first time, or a seasoned veteran DP looking to utilize advanced tricks of the trade, I can provide you with all the stabilized gimbal / MōVI services and information you are looking for.

AERIAL / DRONE

As a FAA licensed UAV drone pilot, I have the training and experience to fly drones safely and legally. As a cinematographer passionate about using camera technology to tell compelling stories, I am constantly shooting footage on my drone in epic places all over the world. I have experience flying in cold environments, launching and landing from boats, tracking vehicles, and using drones in close proximity to talent.

UNDERWATER

I am a PADI Dive Master, SSI Certified Rebreather Diver and Advanced Freediver who is passionate about the ocean, wildlife, and exploring the natural world. I enjoy working on natural history projects as well as commercial and narrative projects underwater. I have experience with a variety of cinema cameras and underwater housings and have traveled all over the world using them.

PORTFOLIO

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - South Africa Sardine Run

South Africa Sardine Run // Short Film

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NIKON // Kiliii Yuyan – A Lens On The World

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Faroe Islands From Above // short film

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Baja California Sur Aerials // short film

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Shades Of Iceland // short film

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Hawaiian Landscapes From Above // short film

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator – Sam Nuttmann – Hydro State Underwater Reel

Hydro State Underwater Reel

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator – Sam Nuttmann – Magdalena Bay Bait Balls

Magdalena Bay Bait Balls // Short Film

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Spinner Dolphins Of Hawaii

Spinner Dolphins Of Hawaii // Short Film

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - La Jolla Sea Lions

La Jolla Sea Lions // Short Film

Underwater Cinematographer | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Big Island Sea Turtles

Big Island Sea Turtles // Short Film

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Exploring the Helma Hooker Shipwreck // short film

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Little Big Shots - Melissa McCarthy - tv series

Little Big Shots // Melissa McCarthy

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Ayse Deniz - Heart Shaped Box

Ayse Deniz // Heart Shaped Box

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Womens World Cup

Women’s World Cup // Spiderman Promo

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Amazon - Now Go Build

Amazon Web Services // Now Go Build

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - BBC - Ankor Watt

BBC // Wonders Of The Monsoon: Angkor Wat

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Moxie Raia - On My Mind

Moxie Raia // On My Mind

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Russel Wilson - Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines // Russell Wilson

Ordinary People // Hawaii

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Hotel Indigo - Los Angeles

Hotel Indigo // Color Of Discovery

Nike // The Unknowns

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Intercontinental Hotel - Chicago

InterContinental // An Architect’s Perspective

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Thunderpussy - Powerhouse

Thunderpussy // Powerhouse

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Brooks - Runversations

Brooks Shoes // Runversations

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Lane 9

Lane 9 // Short Film

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Tyler Gahn - Tomorrow

Tyler Gahn // Tomorrow

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Devin Sinha - Backslider

Devin Sinha // Backslider

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Devin Sinha - Coming Home

Devin Sinha // Coming Home

The Village Of Korah // short documentary

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - American Idol

American Idol // Disney Night

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - When The Well Runs Dry

Until The Well Is Dry // Short Film

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Microsoft - Decoded

Microsoft // Decoded: Season 3

Genesis // Ciara Halftime Show

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - The Bachelors - feature film

The Bachelors // Feature Film

Cinematographer | DP | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - So You Think You Can Dance

So You Think You Can Dance // Season 14 Opener

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Grimm - tv series

Grimm // TV SERIES

AMC // Into the Badlands

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Macklemore - Marmalade - music video

Macklemore // Marmalade

Ariana Grande // Everyday Ft. Future

Fergie // Life Goes On

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Macklemore - Kevin - music video

Macklemore // Kevin

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - Turkish Airlines - Zach King - commercial

Turkish Airlines // Zach King Safety Video

Travel for Good Nicaragua // Courtney’s Story

MOVI | Ronin | Gimbal | Camera Operator - Sam Nuttmann - The Sea Of Trees - feature film

The Sea Of Trees // Feature Film

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