Photos by Samuel Crossley
I’m Reece Robinson, a New York-based Emmy-winning filmmaker passionate about telling stories that explore human capability, social issues, and endurance sports. My intimate, personal approach to the documentary craft allows me to dive deep into the worlds of the people I film, ensuring their stories are told with authenticity and heart.
My journey began with a camera in hand as a kid, creating films for fun. In 2017, I spent time in Nepal documenting a long-running and brutal conflict between the Madhesi community and the central government, which inspired me to pursue documentary work grounded in complex, real-world situations and the people inside them. Since then, I’ve traveled the world, capturing everything from the resilience of healthcare workers during the Covid pandemic for National Geographic’s The First Wave, to the incredible feats of the world’s most impressive endurance athletes.
What drives me most is creating an environment where people feel comfortable being themselves in front of the camera. Whether it’s for a brand campaign or a documentary, I’m focused on telling cinematic stories that bring out genuine, unforgettable human moments with fairness and accuracy.
I’ve been fortunate to tell stories for a wide range of clients like The North Face, Grubhub, Sodexo, The Rich Roll Podcast, and Visit Utah, often in extreme and challenging environments. I thrive on partnering with individuals and organizations who share my commitment to creating story-driven content that resonates deeply.
Client Highlights:
• Directed and DP’ed Grubhub’s NYC-based restaurant stories video campaign, highlighting the stories behind dozens of hard-hit restaurants during the Covid pandemic.
• Created visual content for Rich Roll’s podcast, expanding its online video presence on its way to becoming juggernaut health and wellness podcast.
• Founding employee of two adventure E-learning startups, one of which was acquired by a Fortune 500 company.
• Available for branded content, documentary projects, and client collaborations worldwide.