Grant Smucker
Director of Photography for commercial, narrative, music, and documentary work.
- Base
- Columbus, OH
- Travel
- Worldwide
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Background
- BS, Biomedical Eng.
- Inquire
- grant@grantsmucker.com
A director of photography building images that feel both true and composed.
Over a decade of cinematography across commercial, narrative, music, and documentary work — domestically and internationally. Recent feature credits include Both Eyes Open (2025), the Ariel Julia Hairston-directed psychological thriller starring Gail Bean and Taye Diggs, shot on the ARRI Alexa 35 with Atlas Orion anamorphic lenses.
Commercial clients include Spotify, JW Marriott Marco Island, JPMorgan, RAM, Airstream, Big Lots, Kentucky Lottery, Durango Boots, 5.11 Tactical, YKK AP, Sally Beauty, and Pella. Documentary work includes Road to the NFR and a portrait series on professional volleyball player Asjia O'Neal.
The eye is naturalistic — grounded in motivated light, real spaces, and quiet performance. The treatment is a step beyond: chosen lenses, decisive color, an attention to texture and frame that makes the everyday feel a little larger than itself.
Owned and operated cinema kit includes the ARRI Alexa 35, RED V-Raptor 8K VV, RED Komodo, Sony FX6, Sony FX3, Atlas Orion anamorphic primes, Cooke Panchro /i Classics, ARRI Signature Primes, and Zeiss Otus primes. The package also includes a six-axis motion control rig built in-house and a Camerabotics Pixel Robot — useful for tabletop, product, beauty, and precision repeat moves. Full kit and day rates on the Kit page.
A degree in Biomedical Engineering shapes the way each shot is engineered. Based in Columbus, Ohio. Available regularly in Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, and anywhere else the work calls for — domestically and internationally.
- Spotify
- JW Marriott
- JPMorgan
- RAM
- Airstream
- Big Lots
- Kentucky Lottery
- Durango Boots
- 5.11 Tactical
- Visit Dublin
- YKK AP
- Sally Beauty
- Pella
- Warburg Pincus
Where is Grant Smucker based, and where does he travel for work?
Grant is based in Columbus, Ohio, and works regularly in Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville. He travels domestically and internationally for the right project.
What kinds of projects does Grant shoot?
Commercial campaigns, narrative features and shorts, music videos, and documentary work. Recent feature credits include the 2025 psychological thriller Both Eyes Open. Commercial clients include Spotify, JW Marriott, JPMorgan, RAM, Kentucky Lottery, Durango Boots, 5.11 Tactical, YKK AP, Sally Beauty, and Pella.
What cameras and lenses does Grant own?
Owned and operated cinema package includes the ARRI Alexa 35, RED V-Raptor 8K VV, RED Komodo, Sony FX6, Sony FX3, and Nikon ZR. Lens packages include Atlas Orion 2× anamorphics, Cooke Panchro /i Classics, ARRI Signature Primes, Zeiss Otus, and DULENS APO Mini Primes. Plus a six-axis motion control rig built in-house and a Camerabotics Pixel Robot for tabletop, product, and beauty work.
Does Grant shoot anamorphic?
Yes. The Atlas Orion 2× anamorphic prime set (32, 40, 50, 65, 80, 100mm) is a core part of the package. Recent anamorphic work includes Both Eyes Open, Durango — Caleb, and Rock City — First Noel.
How do I book Grant for a project?
Email grant@grantsmucker.com with project type, dates, location, and rough scope. He responds within 1–2 business days for new inquiries.
Does the kit come with crew?
Yes — Grant operates as an owner-operator DP with regular collaborators (1st AC, gaffer, key grip, DIT) who book together. Crewed and crew-bring-your-own arrangements are both available depending on production scope.
