cruise sztamenits

Is a Director of Photography, Camera Operator & ICG Local 600 1st AC who has dedicated his life to the art of cinema and visual storytelling. He loves immersing himself in other cultures, tasting new cuisines and discussing life experiences with friends & colleagues.

Cruise is a natural creative problem solver who possesses an equally creative and technical mind. He strives to add immense value to productions with his speed, efficiency and adaptability.

His cinematography feels personal, breaking through the barrier of the screen to enter the sincerest feelings of a story and subject’s journey. Whether it be a true story part of a documentary, a fictional narrative, or marketing a product; It all comes down to making the audience emotionally connect.

Cruise is based out of NYC & Dallas, Texas – USA Passport.
International Cinematographers Guild Local 600 – Central & New York.
Founder of Nonlinear productions, LLC

“As a DP I am the director’s visual translator.
Thats my main contribution to the project.”
– Cruise Sztamenits