David D. Rivera R.

Cinematographer / Videographer at Freelance / Self-employed
Cinematographer, Videographer, Camera Operator and Director of Photography

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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About David

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY IN PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA
Hello! I’m David, a cinematographer (DP) specialized in commercial, documentary and narrative, such as the Oscars® official selection for Cambodia in 2020, “In the Life of Music".

With over 10 years’ filmmaking experience and 5+ years living in Cambodia, I help international and local media production companies, advertising agencies and directors create amazing content for the big and small screen, through high-quality visual storytelling.

My team includes skilled technicians (ACs, gaffer / grips, etc.) and one of Cambodia's top film fixers, who not only knows the country like the back of her hand, but has also vast production experience and connections which can get you pretty much (almost) anything you need, at the best possible value: permits, locations, additional crew, special equipment and more.

I come from South America and attended film school in the USA (Chapman University), therefore, most of my professional production experience has taken place in: Los Angeles, Orange County, Latin America and Cambodia. In this regard, my working method follows the so-called 'Hollywood model' combined with the practicalities of third-world film industries.

To ensure supreme technical quality on your projects, we only use the finest equipment available in the country, including Netflix-approved cameras (Alexa, FX9), high-end optics (Ultra Primes, CineAlta) and industry-standard lights (Arri, Aputure). For more information, see the 'Equipment' tab.

Last, besides my practical background, I have also been a staff member at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Beverly Hills) and Warner Bros. Records (Burbank), as well as a professor and lecturer at Universidad Central de Venezuela, the Cambodia and Busan (FLY) film commissions.

So, rest assured that I can help you shoot world-class content in Cambodia. I speak English, Khmer, Spanish and German.

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Unique traits: Love pizza, chocolate, ping pong, snorkling, traveling, technology, video / audio equipment, AI

Gender:
Male

Height:
5' 8"

Body type:
Athletic

Hair color:
Black

Eyes:
Brown

Ethnicity:
Latin/Hispanic

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In the Life of Music (2017)
Film (Drama, Family, History, Music and 2 More) Cinematographer In the Life of Music tells the story of how one song "Champa Battambang," a song made famous by Sinn Sisamouth (the King of Khmer Music), plays a role in the lives of three different generations. It is a feature narrative told in 3 chapters during 3 different decades, depicting the lives of people whose world is inevitably transformed by the emergence of the Khmer Rouge Regime. It is a powerful intergenerational tale that weaves through 37 years of Cambodia's ever-changing landscape. Written by Caylee So
Hijo por Hijo (2017)
Film (Short, Crime and Thriller) Cinematographer The life of a Venezuelan Kidnapper takes an unexpected turn on his last job.
The Last Kill (2015)
Film (Short, Drama, Romance and Thriller) Camera and Electrical Department A hit man reconsiders his life when he is hired to assassinate his ex-girlfriend.
Mineral (2014)
Film (Short, Comedy and Horror) Camera and Electrical Department After painfully passing a kidney stone, a slob discovers that a new breed of monster has invaded his home with deadly intentions.
Ten Minutes (2013)
Film (Short and Romance) Camera and Electrical Department Clair and Donald are in love. Claire is a lovely Portuguese escort and Donald is her favorite client. Neither has confessed their love. Donald arrives at Claire's apartment and is told she is returning to Portugal and this will be their last meeting. Will the two get together in the end? That is the question. Written by Anonymous
Upside Down (2013)
Film (Short, Comedy and Family) Camera and Electrical Department In a world where roles are reversed and women have superiority over their male counterparts, Josh, 17, a naive high school boy tries to break the sexist ideals by running as the first male student body president.
Reunion (2013)
Film (Short, Drama, History and War) Cinematographer A young Jewish man is about to reunite with his father 20 years after being separated from him in Auschwitz, but when he arrives at the house he encounters his biggest nightmare.
Conscious (2013)
Film (Short and Drama) Camera and Electrical Department David is a determined small business owner who decides to improve his company's future by moving from a declining area in Santa Ana to the thriving city of Irvine. He's found the perfect building and wants to sign the lease by the end of the week, but interference from an outside force threatens his opportunity. Written by Anonymous
Sarah Through the Wall (2013)
Film (Short, Drama and Musical) Camera and Electrical Department Sarah, a struggling concert harpist, is faced with the most important audition of her life. However, before she is able to practice, she must first face her shut-in neighbor who is keeping her from playing.
The Farm Date (2012)
Film (Short and Comedy) Camera and Electrical Department Two farm boys fancy the same girl, and conflict ensues.
Paulina (2012)
Film (Short and Drama) Cinematographer Paulina, a 17 year old girl living in the Cambodian gambling community, struggles with her father and the realities of addiction.
Sera's Chronicles: The Prologue (2012)
Film (Short and Sci-Fi) Camera and Electrical Department Sera, a Spiritual Energy Balancer, meets an Elitist Life Force Sucking Vampire over some wine.
Manifesto (2011)
Film (Short and Drama) Camera and Electrical Department Gradey Wallace, a talented young graffiti artist, is sentenced to community service where he faces a new life, but he must overcome the past in order to move forward.
Testigo Ilegal (2011)
Film (Short, Crime, Drama and Family) Cinematographer When Oscar, an illegal immigrant witnesses a man dumping the body of a young dead Latino girl in a dark alley, he becomes plagued by the guilt of his silence. Oscar will soon have to choose between justice or his family's future in America. Written by Anonymous
The Bullet Catcher (2011)
Film (Short, Action and Drama) Art department A disillusioned Iraq War veteran crosses into Mexico for prescription drugs he can't afford in the States. There he meets a female pickpocket enslaved by the local drug cartel who inadvertently offers him an opportunity at redemption.
We Two Have Wandered (2011)
Film (Short and Drama) Camera and Electrical Department A young man, who left his family and loved ones behind to pursue a music career, returns to his small hometown to try and rekindle lost love with "the one that got away."
No Good Deed (2011)
Film (Short, Drama and Family) Camera and Electrical Department The obstacles facing a teenage girl, her diabetic brother, and their distant parents as they struggle to unite during America's current recession.
I Had Sex with Bradan Palecky (2010)
Film (Short, Comedy and Drama) Camera and Electrical Department An unlikely girl loses her virginity to the high school all-star, and struggles with the realization that she is not different than his other conquests.
The Things You Lose (2010)
Film (Short, Drama, Horror and Thriller) Camera and Electrical Department Grace, a stoic woman of Trinidad, and Jilly-Ann, her precious twelve year old daughter. As Grace and Jilly-Ann come to America to work at the Harrington Residence, Grace is forced to confront the mistakes of her past in order to save her daughter from a danger that has followed them from home. In this tragic tale of love and loss, an evil from beyond the grave will appear to tear apart mother from child. How will Grace overcome an overwhelming conspiracy fueled by the power of dark magic and revenge in order to protect her child? Will she figure out the dark forces at work before it is too late, or will those who appear to be friends succeed in tricking Grace and stealing away Jilly-Ann forever? Written by Anonymous