I’m Allen, a director and DP based in North Carolina (Durham, to be exact). I’ve spent over a decade behind the lens, helping turn ideas into images that connect. I work on a range of commercial projects, and I especially love jumping in as a freelance DP to support other directors and their vision.
My passion for filmmaking comes from a lifelong love of building things. I grew up watching my dad, a carpenter, transform raw materials into something both practical and beautiful. That mindset has stuck with me. I started my career as an editor, which helped me understand the rhythm of a good story. Over time, I found myself drawn more and more to the camera, where I could help shape that story from the start.
On set, I bring a collaborative mindset, a calm presence, and maybe a dumb joke or two. My goal is always the same: make something great, with people who care about the craft.
Clients I’ve worked with include Nike, Amazon, Starbucks, Lowe’s, Caterpillar, Converse, Bojangles, IBM, Mack Trucks, Visit NC, Scotts, NC Education Lottery, Iron & Wine, Mandolin Orange, Caamp, and Sylvan Esso.