Stephen J Root

Stephen J Root is an experienced Dailies Colorist/Operator currently at Company 3 since September 2022, with a diverse background in cinematography and various technical roles within the film industry. With a Master of Fine Arts in Cinematography from Chapman University, Stephen has worked as a Freelance Cinematographer since January 2010, developing expertise in multiple film and digital camera systems, including the Arri Alexa and Sony F65. Previous positions include Dailies Colorist/Operator at Light Iron, Digital Media Technician at Premiere Digital Services, and Head of Grip Department at Santa Clarita Studios Corp, among others. Stephen possesses a solid educational foundation in Film and Theater Arts from institutions including California State University, Los Angeles, and the University of South Florida.