Derek is an accomplished cinematographer with a portfolio spanning narrative feature films, short films, music videos, and captivating documentaries. 

He has lensed projects such as the critically acclaimed Showtime documentary "The One and Only Dick Gregory," which received an Emmy Award nomination, and "Angola Do You Hear Us," which achieved Official Shortlist recognition for an Academy Award. 

He has also shot music videos for the Grammy nominated artists “Kem” and “Joe”, featuring performers such as Rick Ross and Wiz Khalifa. 

Notably, Derek's experience has also led to his appointment as a judge at the 2023 News and Documentary Emmy Awards.

He seamlessly transitions to high-profile promotional shoots with some of the industry's most renowned celebrities. Notable projects in this sphere include promotional content for "The Batman," "Matrix Resurrections," "Succession,” Chris Hemsworth’s National Geographic show “Limitless”, and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” 

Derek's commitment to his craft, and ability to connect with directors to find the true essence of a project makes him a unique and in-demand cinematographer.

Between projects, Derek enjoys playing ice hockey, shooting and developing medium format film and geeking out on all things aviation and space travel.