Director of Photography Services
Experienced DPs for film, TV, commercials, and documentaries across Ireland, from Dublin to Cork and Galway.
Here is how this works in practice. The director of photography, also known as the cinematographer, is responsible for the visual language of a film through lighting, camera movement, lens selection, and composition. In Ireland, DPs work with extraordinary visual variety—from Dublin's Georgian interiors to the Wild Atlantic Way's dramatic coastline. They work closely with the director to set up the look and atmosphere of each scene.
Here is the short of it. We connect you with 70+ directors of photography across Ireland whose reels span features, series, commercials, and music videos. Our network has cinematographers skilled with the newest digital cinema cameras and film formats, many with credits at Ardmore Studios and global shoots.
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Capabilities
Cinematography for Every Format
We connect you with Directors of Photography whose visual style, technical expertise, and experience match your project's creative vision and production requirements.
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Feature Film DPs
- Cinematic visual storytelling
- Complex lighting design
- Camera movement planning
- Format and lens selection
- Color palette development
Narrative Excellence
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Commercial DPs
- Brand-aligned aesthetics
- Product lighting expertise
- High-end tabletop work
- Fast-paced shoot management
- Multi-format delivery
Brand Impact
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Documentary DPs
- Observational cinematography
- Available light mastery
- Run-and-gun expertise
- Interview lighting setups
- Sensitive subject handling
Authentic Storytelling
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Digital Content DPs
- Social media optimization
- Vertical format expertise
- Live streaming setups
- Corporate video production
- Web series cinematography
Digital Engagement
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Why Us
Why Choose Our Director of Photography Services
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Curated DP Network
Access to 70+ vetted Directors of Photography across Ireland, from emerging talents to award-winning cinematographers with credits at Ardmore Studios and global shoots.
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Perfect Matching
We match your project's genre, budget, and aesthetic needs with Irish DPs whose portfolios and experience—from Dublin's Georgian interiors to the Wild Atlantic Way's dramatic coastline—align with your vision.
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Rapid Availability
Same-day DP recommendations and 24-48 hour booking confirmation across Ireland. Emergency replacements ready for last-minute needs in Dublin and Cork.
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Full Support
Beyond DP hire, we give complete camera department crews, gear packages from Irish rental houses, and tech planning for seamless production.
On Location
DPs in the Robbie Ryan, Seamus McGarvey, Suzie Lavelle, and Cathal Watters lineage — multiple Oscar-noms for Cinematography across The Favourite, Poor Things, Atonement, and Anna Karenina
Here is how this works in practice. Ireland's cinematography lineage runs at Oscar-tier. Robbie Ryan ISC BSC earned the 2018 Best Cinematography Oscar nomination for The Favourite (Yorgos Lanthimos at Element Pictures) plus the 2023 Best Cinematography Oscar nomination for Poor Things. With Cannes-tier credits across American Honey (Andrea Arnold). Wuthering Heights, Fish Tank, Catherine Called Birdy. Plus the wider Ken Loach and Andrea Arnold filmographies. Seamus McGarvey ASC BSC took Best Cinematography Oscar nominations for Atonement 2007 (Joe Wright) and Anna Karenina 2012 (Joe Wright).
Here is the short of it. This has the Anglo-Irish DP behind The Avengers, Nocturnal Animals, Greatest Showman, and the wider Hollywood-tier credits. Cathal Watters (the Screen Ireland-resourced senior Irish DP) plus Suzie Lavelle ISC (the Normal People HBO Sally Rooney adaptation that launched Paul Mescal) anchor the prestige-series and feature side. Senior IFTAs Best Cinematography circuit operators have Kate McCullough (An Cailín Ciúin 2023 Oscar Global Feature nom), Piers McGrail, Tom Comerford, plus the wider ISC (Irish Society of Cinematographers) roster. Training routes through IADT Dún Laoghaire cinematography, Trinity Film, plus ISC mentorship.
Here is the breakdown. Camera packages run ARRI Alexa 35 (the 4.6K Super 35 release), Alexa Mini LF (LF anamorphic flagship), Alexa 65, Sony Venice 2 (the 8.6K full-frame standard) and Burano, RED V-Raptor 8K VV, Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF. With Cooke S7/i Full Frame Plus and SP3 anamorphics, Panavision T-Series and Ultra Vista anamorphics, Zeiss Supreme Prime, ARRI Signature Prime, Atlas Orion 2x anamorphic, Hawk V-Lite and Class-X anamorphic. Plus Angénieux Optimo zooms.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. This has rented through Cine Electric Dublin (the senior Irish camera-and-lighting rental house), TeamWork Productions Belfast, Cameron Gear Galway, plus Movietech Camera Rentals Belfast (the cross-border GBP supplier). Lighting via Cine Electric, TeamWork Productions, plus the regional rental fleets covering the Wild Atlantic Way Donegal-Mayo-Galway-Clare-Kerry corridor. Section 481 32% tax credit qualifies DP-fee-and-camera-department spend through Irish-resident hires plus the 40% regional uplift on named-area shoots. EUR Eurozone with GBP NI dual-currency, SIPTU union compliance, plus English-first crews with Irish (Gaeilge) Gaeltacht capacity. The An Cailín Ciúin 2023 Best International Feature Oscar nom workflow.
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FAQ
Our DP Network
What experience levels of DPs do you provide?
Here is the breakdown. We give DPs across all experience levels in Ireland: emerging cinematographers for indie and low-budget projects, mid-level DPs with solid Irish commercial and documentary credits, and senior DPs with feature film and global broadcast experience. We match experience to your budget and project needs.
How do you match DPs to projects?
We review your creative brief, reference materials, and budget to shortlist Irish DPs with relevant genre experience and aesthetic alignment. You receive curated showreels and can request direct conversations with candidates before booking.
What camera systems do your DPs work with?
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Our DPs in Ireland are proficient across all major cinema camera systems including ARRI Alexa, RED, Sony Venice, Blackmagic, and Canon cinema lines. Many specialize in specific systems but all are adaptable to production needs and Irish rental availability.
Do DPs come with their own equipment?
Here is how the picture comes together. Some owner-operator DPs in Ireland bring personal camera packages, while others work with rented gear. We set up gear sourcing based on your preference and budget, whether through DP-owned gear, Irish rental houses, or production-given gear.
Can you provide international DPs for shoots in Ireland?
Yes. We source global DPs for shoots in Ireland, handling logistics and planning. We also give Irish DPs for global shoots needing local cinematography talent abroad.
What's included in DP day rates?
Here is what we have to work with. Standard DP day rates in Ireland cover on-set cinematography services during production hours. Pre-production work (tech scouts, shot listing, meetings) is mostly billed separately. Gear, camera assistants, and late hours are extra based on project scope.
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Find Your Director of Photography
Tell us about your project and we'll connect you with DPs whose vision and experience match your creative goals.