Are you a professional documentary cinematographer?
We’d love for you to join us!

FULL MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 1 feature documentary cinematography credit that has played at a festival or had distribution 

    OR 

  • 1 documentary television episode on a streaming platform or broadcast

  • Student film credits are not accepted

AND

  • 50% of your work comes from work-for-hire as a documentary cinematographer in the last ten years

AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Not meeting any criteria above, but focused on a career in documentary cinematography
    ie: camera operators and camera assistants 

*please note - we’re volunteer run, and new applications will be reviewed quarterly

The Documentary Cinematographers Alliance (DCA) is a community of professional documentary cinematographers working together to elevate our craft, improve our career sustainability, and promote visibility and recognition of the collaborative nature of our work. DCA advocates for fair wages, inclusive hiring practices, and safe working conditions for all.