CLIFF HOKANSON,
Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator
25+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Cliff Hokanson has a successful career as a Director of Photography (DP), camera, and Steadicam operator in countless feature films and television. Hokanson is known for his quick execution and creative skills with camera movement. He is multi-skilled in many facets of film but dedicates most of his working year to Steadicam and A/B camera operating.
Hokanson is self-motivated and knowledgeable with the technical aspects of everything from lighting to post-production, and is keen to share his knowledge with individuals interested in a career behind the lens – or working directly with those who do.
"Vancouver is thirsty for women and men who want to produce quality film and television. We need more qualified camera operators, grips, seconds and gaffers. I want to help bridge that gap – frankly it benefits all of us when we have exceptionally trained crews who can work well together and know what is expected of them," he said.
Hokanson is self-motivated and knowledgeable with the technical aspects of everything from lighting to post-production, and is keen to share his knowledge with individuals interested in a career behind the lens – or working directly with those who do.
"Vancouver is thirsty for women and men who want to produce quality film and television. We need more qualified camera operators, grips, seconds and gaffers. I want to help bridge that gap – frankly it benefits all of us when we have exceptionally trained crews who can work well together and know what is expected of them," he said.
Vancouver is thirsty for women and men who want to produce quality film and television. We need more qualified camera operators, grips, seconds and gaffers. I want to help bridge that gap – frankly it benefits all of us when we have exceptionally trained crews who can work well together and know what is expected of them." |
"I'm passionate about Vancouver Film Crew Workshop because these training sessions will not only help create better film and TV, but because I get to work with these amazing people every day and if I can help train them with the skills they need on the job, then we are all better for it."
Hokanson is known to be an energetic and performance-driven film professional, recognizing that one must be a self-starter in this business. He is a confident, pace-setting leader and generous teacher who thrives in the high pressure, fast-paced environment film and TV demands. These skills, in addition to the hands-on technical abilities provided in the Vancouver Film Crew Workshop, are everything you need to have successful career in this industry.
Hokanson is known to be an energetic and performance-driven film professional, recognizing that one must be a self-starter in this business. He is a confident, pace-setting leader and generous teacher who thrives in the high pressure, fast-paced environment film and TV demands. These skills, in addition to the hands-on technical abilities provided in the Vancouver Film Crew Workshop, are everything you need to have successful career in this industry.
As methods of electronic communication rapidly develop, Hokanson has stayed at the forefront of his field by continuously upgrading his experience level and skills. As a Director of Photography, Hokanson is well-versed in everything from the production of feature and independent films, movie of the week (MOWs), documentaries, commercials, and countless music videos. Though he lives in Vancouver, B.C., these projects have taken him to locations as far off as Russia and China.