About Me

My name’s Samuel Bartlett, and I’m a film set and production photographer with a background that extends far beyond the camera.

Before working in media, I served for eight years as an Infantryman, and a few additional years as a security contractor with combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. That experience shaped how I see the world, how I work under pressure, and how I read environments where precision, timing, and awareness matter.

On military-focused film and television sets, that background allows me to understand the details most people miss. Weapon handling, movement, spacing, posture, gear placement, and behavior under stress aren’t abstract concepts to me—they’re lived experience. I can anticipate moments before they happen, recognize when something feels authentic, and position myself to capture shots that feel real rather than staged.

Because I understand how scenes are meant to feel—not just how they’re meant to look—I’m able to work seamlessly alongside cast and crew without disrupting the flow of production. I know when to stay invisible, when to move, and when a moment is about to unfold. That awareness translates into stills that carry weight, tension, and credibility.

My approach combines tactical awareness with cinematic storytelling. I don’t just document what’s happening on set—I capture the intent behind it. The result is imagery that supports the story, respects the subject matter, and resonates with audiences who know the difference between realism and imitation.

For productions telling military stories, authenticity isn’t optional. It’s the foundation. My role is to protect that authenticity—one frame at a time.