ERIC D. SEALS
CINEMATOGRAPHER | DIRECTOR
About
Eric D. Seals is a seasoned cinematographer and film director with 10+ years of experience creating and managing feature films, television, and digital content series. Most recently, he was a Director of Photography on The History Channel “Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Massacre'' and ESPN’s “Omitted: The Black Cowboy.” He graduated from Murray State University in Kentucky with a degree in Electronic Media and is an adjunct Professor at DePaul University, teaching a Sports Documentary class. Eric is also the founder and creative director of Digife, a documentary production company based in Chicago.
Recent Credits
Black Cowboys
Camera Operator
2022
A New Green Book
Director of Photography
2022
Tulsa Burning
Director of Photography
2021
Change The Name
Director of Photography
2021
Tell Me More
Camera Operator
2021
The Takeover
Director
2018
Demo Reel
Recent Work
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Tulsa Burning
This film commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. One of the worst acts of racial violence in American history
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Freedom Hill
This documentary explores environmental racism in Princeville, NC. The first town incorporated by freed, enslaved African Americans.
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South Bend Stories
This campaign series highlights Former Mayor of South Bend IN, Pete Buttigieg as he began his race for President
Meet Eric
As a cinematographer, I've experienced a lot of growth over the last few years. I love what I do, and I'm blessed to share my talents with those around me. Here's a look into my thoughts about what I've learned on this journey.
Awards & Recognition
NETFLIX
2022
Director & Producer FellowshipDAVEY AWARDS
2021
Gold, Social Good Film, Online AdvertisingMARCOM AWARDS
2021
Gold, Video Educational CampaignKARTEMQUIN
2020
Diverse Voices In Docs Fellow2019 OFFICIAL SELECTION: DOC FEATURE; AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL
2019 GOLDMAN SACHS 10,000 SMALL BUSINESSES ALUMNI (CHICAGO)
2017 BEST DOCUMENTARY: DC BLACK FILM FESTIVAL BEST DOCUMENTARY
2017 BEST DOCUMENTARY: COLUMBIA BLACK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Contact
Email work[at]ericdseals.com