Fabio "Bobby" Nishimura
Director of Photography
As a well-rounded Cinematographer with knowledge on all aspects of camera and lighting at a professional level, I believe in managing organized and safe film sets.
I am a creative problem solver and my goal is to enhance the director's vision to create the best possible story. Particularly during pre-produciton, I feel it is important to meet and work out every aspect of shooting before starting principal photography major players.
Having a strong knowledge of the various aspects of digital post-production and editing also makes me efficient on set.
As a creative Web Designer and Photographer, I always look forward to creating whole and engaging experiences on the Web, on Print and on the big screen. My formal education in Cinematography has given me a especially critical eye for designing web experiences and photographs.
My focus as a cinematographer is storytelling. With every project I improve my craft as well as myself.
Credits
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Director of Photography
- Films/Commercials: "The Smart ForTwo" "Orange Skies" "Spoonful of Crack" "Dorsal Profiling" "Anneliese" "What Happens Stays" "2142" "The Phone Situation" "Green Fairy" ... Art Center Productions
- Documentaries: "Frozen Diets" "Human Perception" "Baggage Claim"
... Independent Productions
Stereo 3D Rig Builder
- Films/Commercials: "Thicker Than Water" "Is It In You?" "Reebok: Have Fun" "Doorway" "Human Perception"... Art Center Productions
First Camera Assistant
- Short Films/Commercials "Command or Truth" "Coppertone: Boxer" "Brawny Man" "Nicoderm: shooter" "Geico: Date" "New Fountains" ... Art Center Productions
Second Camera Assistant
- Short Films/Commercials/PSAs "Speak for Darfur" "Terminal" ... Art Center Productions
Gaffer
- Short Films/PSA "Save Tree, Save Life" "Beirut: Hide and Seek" "All Nighter" "Winter Rain" ... Art Center
Productions
Best Boy
- Commercial Spec "A Step In The Right Direction" "Adidas Commercial - Impossible is Nothing. Conquer yourself." ... Art Center Productions
Honors & Awards:
Education
- Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction in Cinematography
from Art Center College of Design - Apri 2010 - Associate of Arts with Honors in Liberal Studies from Santa Barbara City College - May 2006
- Associate of Arts with Honors in Cinematography from Santa Barbara City College - May 2006
- Photography Design Degree with Signiature of "Notáveis" from Escola Panamericana de Artes - November 2002
- ACCD Dean's List - Fall'07, Su'08, Fall'08, Sp'09, Fall' 09, Sp' 2010
- SBCC Honors Guild Member (2006 to 2007)
- SBCC President's Honor Roll - Sp' 04, Fall'04, Sp'05, Fall'05
Competitions
- ACCD Student Leadership Nominee - Apri 2010
- Jury Award for Best Cinematography Art Center Film Festival 2009
- ACCD Scholarships 2008 to 2010
- SoMA Outstanding Student of the Year - SBCC Showcase 2005
- Photographer's Forum Magazine Finalist - 2005 and 2006
- SoMA Excellence in Editing - SBCC Showcase 2004
Resume
Objectives:
- Cinematography opportunities in films and companies where there is the chance to design images and shape movie experiences using contemporary tools and technology.
Relevant Coursework:
- Stereography ("3D")
- Cinematography
- Photography Design
- Product Lighting
- Pre-Visualization
- Storyboarding
- Documentary Filmmaking
- Directing for the Edit
- Production Sound
- Digital Post Production
- Digital Electronics/Microcontrolers
Proficient in:
- Various Crew Positions in both Film and Digital at a professional level
- Stereo 3D Rigs and Workflows
- Contemporary Cinematography Workflows
- Interactive Interface Design
- Portuguese Language