Byron Werner is a renowned Director of Photography based in Los Angeles, boasting an impressive portfolio spanning over two decades of filmmaking experience in feature films, short films, music videos, and commercials. His exceptional cinematography has been showcased in a wide range of notable projects, including Todd Robinson's Phantom, starring Ed Harris and David Duchovny, and The Last Full Measure, featuring an all-star cast including Samuel L. Jackson, William Hurt, and Sebastian Stan.
Byron's work has also premiered at prestigious film festivals, such as the Sundance Film Festival, with his cinematography featured in Jose Manuel Cravioto's Bound of Vengeance. In 2019, Blumhouse released his work in Culture Shock through their Into the Dark Series on Hulu.
Throughout his career, Byron has shot over 100 short films and commercials for top-tier brands, including Target, Adidas, Microsoft, Michael Kors, Taco Bell, and HP. His expertise in music videos has made him a sought-after collaborator among leading musicians, such as Coldplay, David Grohl/Foo Fighters, Bruno Mars, The 1975, ELO, Pharrell, and The Killers.
Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Byron began his career in the entertainment industry at the age of 16, working at Sega studios on live-action video games. While pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in film and television from Chapman University, Byron shot his first feature film, marking the beginning of a prolific career as a Director of Photography. He has since shot over thirty feature films, honing his skills and building his reputation as a versatile and talented cinematographer.
When he's not behind the camera, Byron's focus is on his family, including his two young daughters, his wife, and his passion for fantasy football. He is represented by the Agency for the Performing Arts (APA).
