cinematographer

noun

cin·​e·​ma·​tog·​ra·​pher ˌsi-nə-mə-ˈtä-grə-fər How to pronounce cinematographer (audio)
Synonyms of cinematographernext
: a specialist in cinematography

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Jonatan Mose served as cinematographer, with editing handled by Martin Anthon. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2026 Fan, Kim Jeewoon and cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo curated Carte Blanche selections, while Actors’ House sessions featured Kim Go-eun, Kim Minha, Ryu Seung-ryong, Shin Min-a and Ju Ji-hoon. — Ophélie Surcouf, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026 The 2026 winners are director-producer-cinematographer Rich Felgate (We, The Hated); director-writer Olive Nwosu (Lady); director-co-writer-composer Imran Perretta (Ish); and director-writer Rachel Taparjan (Something Familiar). — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026 Nikon’s bid to bridge that gap is the Nikon Red ZR, an ultra-lightweight, full-frame camera designed for emerging cinematographers and high-end content producers. — Matt Alderton, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cinematographer

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cinematographer was in 1897

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“Cinematographer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cinematographer. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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