Shanele Alvarez, SOC, is an Emmy nominated camera operator and Cinematographer with experience in various genres including scripted, unscripted (reality and documentary), and live shows. She has also DP’d Made for TV films, documentaries, and served as Second Unit DP for various Television shows. Shanele’s main focus is to tell compelling stories through the eye of a camera lens and the manipulation of light. Her work can be seen on Disney, Showtime, Hulu, Netflix, ABC, CBS, and many more. Her operating style has inspired the creation of new cinema gear and the improvement of existing gear. Shanele loves to shoot! She knew she wanted to be behind the camera at 5 years old and hopes to still be shooting at 95 years old.