One-on-one coaching to take your work exactly where you want it to go. No more generic workshops. No more Googling for answers. No more hitting technical or creative blocks alone.
WHERE CONTENT MEETS CINEMA.
Let me help you tell your story.
Need a cinematic upgrade on your aesthetic? I can do that. Looking to find some more ease in your workflow? I've got you. Have a specific style you want to emulate? I can take you there too.
Hello, I’m Vaughn Greve — a full-time cinematographer based in Los Angeles.
I’ve always admired YouTube as a space where anyone can pick up a camera and tell their story.
But after years of watching creators—some with huge followings—I’ve noticed something:
Even the most successful channels often hit walls when it comes to the technical side.
Composition, lighting, color grading, visual storytelling—these are the pieces that often get left behind.
It’s not because creators aren’t talented.
It’s because most of the advice out there comes from creators to creators—circling the same basics, without ever bridging the gap to real cinematic craft.
That’s where I come in.
I work one-on-one with creators, helping sharpen not just the visuals, but the way you tell your story—through better workflow, technical clarity, and a deeper understanding of cinematography.
No generic workshops. No recycled tips.
Just tailored, actionable guidance built around where you’re at and where you want your work to go.
want to learn how to make your films more like cinema? Learn from someone who works in CINEMA.
What I OffeR
One-on-One Cinematic Coaching Sessions
We meet over video chat. You bring what you’re working on—or where you're stuck—and I’ll give you tailored, actionable guidance based on how you shoot, what you want to say, and where you want to go.
Gear & Workflow Audit
We’ll review your current setup—camera, lighting, editing—and simplify it. I’ll help you streamline your process, avoid unnecessary gear purchases, and get the most out of what you already have.
Pre-Production
- Outlining & script writing
- Story structure & pacing
- Moodboarding & shot listing
- Visual storytelling strategy
- Gear prep & logistics
- Breaking through creative blocks
Production & Style
- Lighting setups & shot composition
- Developing a distinct, repeatable cinematic style
- Color, movement, and framing choices that elevate your content
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
- Focused, practical advice tailored to your content and workflow
- Any diagrams, look guides, gear recommendations, or prep materials we cover
- No generic templates, no big crews—just guidance built around how you work
Post-Production
- Storytelling, structure, and pacing in the edit
- Color grading & LUTs
- Exporting for YouTube, Instagram, or wherever you publish
- Making sure your final product hits as hard as the idea behind it
IN the industry we start with a look or a feeling - and go from there.
About me
I’m a commercial, documentary, and narrative cinematographer based in Los Angeles, with experience shooting for brands like Vice, Sony, Netflix, and Aveda. I’ve spent the last 15 years working in the industry—on set, behind the lens, and inside the story.
I hold an MFA in Cinematography from AFI Conservatory, where I was trained to shoot on 35mm film. My background also includes a Film Studies degree from Barnard College, and three years as a screener and script reader for Sundance Film Festival.
That combination—both technical and narrative—means I care deeply about how stories move, not just how they look. My work is rooted in visual storytelling that’s intentional, visceral, and built to connect.
When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me flying my drone in the mountains, developing film, or camping in the desert.
I want to help content creators make work that is more cinematic, more artistically rewarding, and more technically polished.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're refining your visual style, simplifying your workflow, or pushing your storytelling further—I’m here to help you get unstuck and move your work forward. Choose what works best for you:
👉 Book a Free Intro Call
(Quick chat to see where you’re at + how I can help.)
👉 Email Me Directly
(Have questions? Want to outline what you’re working on? Reach out anytime.)