Ryan Campbell
Emmy-Nominated Camera Pilot | Director of Photography | Rostered IATSE Local 600 Camera Operator | Steadicam, Gimbal, Underwater, Drone Specialist
- Role
- Phantom Tech at Iatse Local 600
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ryan Campbell
Ryan Campbell is an Emmy-nominated camera pilot, camera operator, and cinematographer with over 20 years of experience leading technical and creative teams in fast-paced, high-pressure production environments. As a director of photography, he has won international awards, and he continues to develop projects that balance visual storytelling with efficient production strategies. As a rostered IATSE Local 600 operator, he has worked on award-winning productions for networks and studios like Disney, Apple, and Amazon, collaborating with some of the industry\'s most accomplished directors and cinematographers.His expertise specializes in several unique camera technologies such as steadicam, gimbals, underwater, vehicles, drones, and slow motion. Whether managing complex technical setups or piloting remote camera systems, Ryan is known for his creativity, problem-solving agility, and ability to deliver under pressure—qualities that translate well into leadership, operations, and client-facing roles in the film, media, and entertainment industry. Through the film industry changes, he has led remote and hands-on training for members of the Society of Camera Operators and IATSE Local 600, and has spoken on industry panels about the emerging imaging technologies. Ryan’s work ethic, communication skills, and experience managing cross-functional teams make him a strong asset in both creative industries and adjacent sectors where high-stakes coordination, technology fluency, and creative execution intersect.
Experience
Phantom Tech
Aug 2009 — Present · Worldwide • Los Angeles, CA, US
Worked high-speed film and digital cinematography with Photo-Sonics, currently one of the few specialists worldwide with working knowledge of 35mm and 16mm high-speed film cameras. Served as an instructor and technical expert for industry discussions on high-speed imaging. Assisted directors and cinematographers in achieving slow-motion sequences with precise technical execution. Providing on-set color grading, dailies management, and technical troubleshooting. Developed workflows for high-speed cinematography to guarantee accurate exposure, timing, and playback.
Education
The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
Bachelors, Digital Filmmaking and TV Production
2005 — 2008
Skills
- Camera
- Music Videos
- Canon Dslr
- Gimbal Operator
- Film
- Video Production
- Cinematography
- Hd Video
- Red Cameras
- Documentaries
- 3d
- Time-Lapse
- Final Cut Pro
- Camera Operating
- Film Production
- Phantom Cameras
- Bmcc 4k
- 35mm
- Short Films
- Arri Cameras
- Camera Operation
- Gimbal Co-Pilot
- Lighting Design
- Dit
- Quadcopter Pilot
- 16mm
- Davinci Resolve
- Slow Motion
- Canon Cameras
- 4k
- Photography
- Lighting
- Redcine-X
- Feature Films
- Studio Lighting
- Underwater Photography
- Mpeg Streamclip
- Commercials
- Live Events
- Seance
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