ABOUT
Samuel Vella is a freelance cinematographer based in Melbourne, Australia. He has an extensive background in the camera & lighting department, having worked on various projects ranging from music videos, events, corporate branding & feature films.
Samuel graduated from RMIT (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology), where he studied Screen & Media and contributed to over 15 projects. During his tertiary education, he worked on various styles, including documentary & short film narratives.
Since graduation, Samuel has continued to expand his knowledge of film & cinema by working with veteran members of the Melbourne film community on a number of different and varied projects.
Samuel's equipment list is available upon request and contains a 4K camera kit, a gimbal, a drone, a lighting package, and basic audio.
Samuel's style is contemporary, eclectic & emotionally driven. Drawing on a wide range of inspirations, old and new, Samuel can adapt to fit the needs of any story or project.
With over five (5) years of industry experience, Samuel has extensive knowledge of camera angles, shot composition, lighting and editing for screen to create a unique and engaging storytelling experience.
You can view some of Samuel’s previous work on his Instagramor Vimeo