Underwater Cinematography As A Career Path
Underwater cinematography looks like a dream job until you’re the one responsible for the housing, the dive plan, the lighting, the workflow, and the invoice. I’m sitting down with freelance cinematographer and documentary director Makayla Wheeler to unpack what the work actually requires, how she got started filming Florida springs at 15, and why a clear niche can make you instantly memorable in a crowded filmmaking industry.
We get into the practical stuff producers and filmmakers need: Sony vs RED vs Alexa choices, why underwater shoots amplify workflow problems, and what gear decisions…
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