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The Life Off Set series hosted by Jon Bregel is back again with another episode. This time Jon sits down with Devin Mann, founder of Iconic Talent Agency, who has spent decades representing cinematographers, production designers and creative talent a... more

The Life Off Set series hosted by Jon Bregel is back again with another great episode. This time Jon sits down with the cinematographer duo Persona and Khalid Mohtaseb.

The episode centers around the idea of building a creative life as a team and t... more

In this episode of the Wandering DP podcast, host Jon Bregel engages in a deep conversation with cinematographer Jon Chema about the often overlooked aspects of filmmaking, including networking, personal wellness, and the importance of maintaining a ... more

In this Life Offset episode, John Bregel sits down with cinematographer Jared Levy for a wide-ranging conversation about what actually shapes a cinematographer's creative voice and most of it happens away from set.

Jared breaks down the DP's role in... more

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Recent Guests

Devin Mann
Founder of Iconic Talent Agency, veteran agent representing cinematographers and production talent
Iconic Talent Agency
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #506 – Life Off Set w/ Devin Mann (Founder of Iconic) & Jon Bregel
Mario Lerma
Cinematography half of Persona
Persona (shotbypersona.com)
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #505 – Life Off Set with Persona, Khalid Mohtaseb, & Jon Bregel
Alex Rapieres
Cinematography half of Persona
Persona (shotbypersona.com)
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #505 – Life Off Set with Persona, Khalid Mohtaseb, & Jon Bregel
Jon Chema
Cinematographer known for his work on Stranger Things and Agatha All Along
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #504 – Life Off Set with Jon Chema & Jon Bregel
Jared Levy
Cinematographer known for his thoughtfulness and eagerness to foster meaningful collaborations in the filmmaking community.
Nourish Community
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #503 – Life Off Set w/Jared Levy & Jon Bregel
Zak Mulligan
Cinematographer and director with over 25 years in the industry
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #501 – Life Off Set w/ Zak Mulligan & Jon Bregel
Florian Hoffmeister
Cinematographer known for his work on films and streaming series, including Pachinko.
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #499 – The Road to 500 (#330 Florian Hoffmeister BSC)
Marden Dean
Australian cinematographer working in long form drama and commercials
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #496 – The Road to 500 (#337 Marden Dean ACS)
Michael Cambio Fernandez
Cinematographer known for his work on 'The Burial of Kojo' and various commercial projects.
Iconic Talent Agency
Episode: The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #495 – The Road to 500 (#291 Michael Cambio Fernandez)

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Patrick O'Sullivan
Host of The Wandering DP Podcast; central figure guiding technical breakdowns and industry insights.
Jon Bregel
Host and Life Off Set facilitator, often guiding conversations toward collaboration, wellness, and sustainable filmmaking practices.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 691 ratings
  • Great Listen!

    I feel like Patrick’s show does a great job showcasing film and Television best DPs, Cinematographers, ASC, and more. He also breaks down the work and shows how the lighting and shots are achieved in each work! As a fellow DP and Cinematographer, I feel im in the class room!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Didas A
    United States2 years ago
  • Wünderbar Podcast

    One of my favorite technical podcasts ever. As a video engineer and filmmaker, it is one of my Top 3 to learn from. I hope we’ll be able to hear more about the DIT workflow in the future…wink, wink.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @DeathLiChan
    United States3 years ago
  • Game changer

    As a 1st AC in the production industry, I’m constantly learning new, and refreshing approaches to camera work in this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lars At Large
    United States3 years ago
  • renewed my will to live

    High quality.

    Given me a new lease on life after my wife left me, drained my accounts, kidnapped my affenpinscher (you know who you are Janine!). (Janine? If you’re reading this m…Janine… we can make it work I still love you I’m so sorry i love you baby

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ffissfjjhdgjc
    United States4 years ago
  • So good

    Favorite podcast for all things cinematography. Love the style and content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poelugz
    United States4 years ago

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The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #503 – Life Off Set w/Jared Levy & Jon Bregel
Q: What part of your life offset informs your creative identity?
Teaching my kids about awareness and being inspired by art shared with friends
The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #503 – Life Off Set w/Jared Levy & Jon Bregel
Q: How do we build a creative life that's truly sustainable for the long haul?
By focusing not just on career success, but on emotional health and relationships.
The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #502 – Life Off Set w/Peter Hadfield & Jon Bregel
Q: What would you say is the most meaningful part of being a filmmaker to you?
Being able to drop into people's lives and help them tell their story is invaluable.
The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #501 – Life Off Set w/ Zak Mulligan & Jon Bregel
Q: If you could create a project without concern for paycheck, what would it be?
I would focus on more genre films, like sci-fi or horror, exploring new creative avenues.
The Wandering DP Podcast: Episode #501 – Life Off Set w/ Zak Mulligan & Jon Bregel
Q: What are your thoughts on the pressures of working with big budgets and celebrity actors?
It's important to service the story and not get caught up in external pressures from studios or audience expectations.

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2. Mario Lerma
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