Bio
Dan Freene ACS is an award-winning Australian cinematographer renowned for his exceptional versatility and collaboration. His diverse body of work spans gripping dramas, high-concept science fiction, compelling documentaries, and globally popular television series. Throughout his career, Dan has partnered with acclaimed directors and leading production companies, contributing to standout projects that have been showcased at prestigious international film festivals like Sundance, Toronto, and SXSW.
Whether capturing sweeping landscapes or intimate character-driven moments, his ability to adapt his visual style to each project's unique vision has solidified his reputation as one of the industry's most sought-after cinematographers.
Recent projects include the AACTA-nominated feature documentaries “Every Little Thing” and “Skategoat,” as well as the hit Netflix comedy “Wellmania” and the upcoming TV series “The Survivors” NETFLIX, and “He Had It Coming” for STAN.
AWARDS
(Selected)
2025 “Skategoat” AACTA Nominated for Best Documentary Cinematography.
2025 “Every Little Thing” AACTA Nominated for Best Documentary.
2023 “Wellmania” ACS Silver Award, Comedy Series.
2020 “Over and Out” ACS SILVER Award, Comedy Series.
2020 “Over and Out” Best Short Form Series, WINNER Cannes 2019.
2019 “The Portal” ACS SILVER Award, Feature Documentary.
2018 “OtherLife” ACS GOLD Award, Feature Film.
2017 “Rufus Du Sol - Say A Prayer” ACS SILVER Award, Music Clips.
2015 “Grace Pluto” ACS GOLD Award, Music Clips.
2013 “Shelter” ACS GOLD Award, Short Films.
2012 ACS Accreditation. Australian Cinematographers Society.
2011 “Wasted On The Young” ACS SILVER Award, Feature Film.
CONTACT
Drama & TV Representation
Management: Stacey Testro International
Los Angeles:
t. +1 323 848 7848
e. la@sti.com.au
Melbourne:
t. +613 9690 0099
e. melb@sti.com.au
Please contact Emma or Stacey for up to date CV.
TVC
Auscrew
t. +61 (2) 9427 4444
e. auscrew@auscrew.com.au
