Image-making / Humane technology
The vision is human.
We make images and build the systems that support them. A creative practice where craft informs technology, and technology expands what people can do.
Human perspective. Greater possibility.
A study in light, perspective & possibility
Los Angeles / Working internationally
Filmmaking. From the image to the infrastructure.
LightWave Media is a Los Angeles film production company led by cinematographer Joel E. Schaeffer and producer Erin Gilchrist. We work with production companies and filmmakers, bringing producing, cinematography and technical leadership to the same picture.
Meet the companyThe work speaks.
Feature Film
Shrimad Bhagavatam Part I: Vishnurata
Sagar Pictures Entertainment
Joel E. Schaeffer · Cinematographer
Trusted partners
Producing
The people, planning and production leadership a film needs to move forward.
Cinematography
A visual approach built around the story, from the first camera test through photography.
Technical leadership
Image pipelines that connect the camera, color, VFX and finishing teams around the intended picture.
Art & exhibition media
Artist films and studies in light, material and the act of making.
Tell us about your next film.
The project, the schedule, and where you need us. We can join a production together or in a specific role.