Focused On the Image
Pruitt Allen is a Director of Photography, videographer and producer based in metropolitan Washington, DC. With experience on several features (including two as DP), documentaries, corporate videos, short films and music videos, Pruitt is well-versed in a variety of shooting styles and techniques.
Pruitt is familiar with most of the video formats in common use, including MiniDV and HD-V, Betacam and DVCam, and full HD. He has also worked with the newer tapeless formats like P2 and SxS cards and direct-to-hard-drive capture.
Rising through a variety of production roles, beginning as a PA and then working as a lighting grip, field audio engineer, gaffer, lighting director and camera operator, has given Pruitt an excellent understanding of all facets of production work. Previous jobs in the non-production world have given him an understanding of how to work smoothly and efficiently with clients from all walks of life.
Cinematography
In projects as varied as feature motion pictures, political interviews and music videos, Pruitt Allen has demonstrated his dedication to the creation of stunning images. Producers describe him as being a "passionate warrior for the image" and as the "creator of stunning video".
Experience working with crews large and small, professional and student, has kept Pruitt flexible and inventive in his approach to telling story through images. He is familiar with typical cinematic support devices like jibs, rail and doorway dollies and sliders that help to bring controllable, replicable movement to movies on any budget.
Producing
Pruitt has produced videos ranging from full-length documentaries and political interviews to "you are there" event coverage to TV commercials and infomercials. His client list as a producer includes the ACLU of Virginia, the Future of Freedom Foundation, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Springfield Challenger Baseball, Arena Stage in Washington, DC, the RAC Holdings Inc. and various non-profit organizations, musicians and government organizations.
Educating
Recently, Pruitt has begun teaching classes in Cinematography, Camera and Sound, Lighting and Grip and other production subjects at the Georgetown campus of the Center for Digital Imaging Arts - Boston University.