Craig Minielly
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Manager
- Craig has the ability to do a remarkable job without slowing production or hindering others in their respective positions... What a gift it is to have a photographer on set who "plays well with others". - L. McLay, Producer
First published at the age of 13, Craig started his career when he was hired into the press realm two years later, and hasn't looked back since. He's always pursued the storytelling image and been published worldwide for the last 35+ years in the fields of editorial, advertising, industrial, corporate and travel interests.
Skills include extensive studio & location lighting setups, creative subject posing & presentation for solos & groups, working to client layouts and direction, delivering to strict deadlines and surpassing client expectations. Studio located in downtown Vancouver, immediately available to client requests.
Clients know him as a master of difficult low light assignments in Film / Unit Stills, and with a natural ease in handling high pressure on-location assignments and even underwater opportunities.
Part of the founding Nikon Ambassador family for Canada and as a Member of The Explorers Club, he's led photo tours through exciting destinations across the world and been part of the far-reaching expedition teams for numerous cultural explorations and tour companies.
He's had the pleasure to be part of countless salon jury teams, and as a keynote presenter to photography & trade events across Canada, the USA, United Kingdom, Mexico, Caribbean, India and far beyond. A long list of credentials include multiple Masters degrees internationally, Photographer of the Year Awards, and the Yousuf Karsh Lifetime Achievement Award.
He's been a beta team member to numerous software companies and consulted to many within the industry including Apple, Adobe and the Dept of Defence.
An avid sailor, diver and travel junkie, Craig is known for his easy-going style, comfortable knowledge and an openness to sharing his experience & secrets to success with professionals & enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Pro Associations:
National Press Photographers Assoc - International voice of Visual Journalists Master Photographers International - Pro Assoc crossing all borders PADI Certified Open Water Advanced / Nitrox