Joe Murdie

Director of Photography, Camera Operator, 1st Assistant Camera, Producer, Grip, 2nd Assistant Camera, Behind the Scenes Videographer, Technical Director, Video Playback Operator, Data Wrangler, Broadcast Engineer

Currently in Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand

Based in Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

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Bio

Based in Wānaka, Otago, Joe Murdie is a DOP and camera operator with over a decade of experience in the film and television industry, working across documentary, scripted, and commercial productions throughout Aotearoa, Asia, and the U.S. Known for his composed visuals, creative lighting, and thoughtful approach to story, Joe brings a grounded, collaborative presence to every set.

His cinematography credits span major broadcasters including Al Jazeera, Bravo, TVNZ, Red Bull TV, Māori Television, and SKY TV, with work also featured on streaming platforms Amazon Prime, TVNZ+, GloboSat, and RNZ.
Working with agencies, producers, and clients worldwide, Joe is trusted for his professionalism, visual clarity, and calm presence on set.
Joe is equally comfortable in remote, high-pressure environments as he is on a controlled set — whether chasing light across a mountain range or lighting a quiet, character-driven scene.


Camera Proficiencies:
• RED - DSMC2, DSMC3
• ARRI - MINI, LF, 65, 35
• CANON - C100, C300
• SONY - FX9, FX6, FS7, A7
• BMD - URSA, STUDIO, MINI


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Television Series

7 vs Wild

Digital Imaging Technician
2024

The Circus

Director of Photography
2022

Rich Listers

Director of Photography
2022

Short Films

Snow Signal

Director of Photography
2025

End of an Era

Director of Photography
2025

Zedyn

Director of Photography
2024

Restoring AEU

Director of Photography
2024

Planet 13

Director
Director of Photography
2024

Walk

Director
Director of Photography
2023

Rakaihautu

Director of Photography
2023

Ngawari

Director
Director of Photography
2022

Rail:lines

Director of Photography
2021

Miniseries

House Talk

Director of Photography
2020

Music Videos

Vendetta

Director of Photography
2025

Lambs Aren't Waking Yet

Director of Photography
2025

Feature Films

Klara and The Sun

Behind the Scenes Videographer - EPK
2024

FIS World Cup 2024

Technical Director
2024

FIS Junior World Cup 2023

Broadcast Engineer
2024

rail: lines

Director
Director of Photography
2021

Fourteen Foot Journey

Director
2019