Today we’d like to introduce you to Guillermo Cameo.
Hi Guillermo, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I was born in Barcelona, Spain, and I’ve been in love with movies for as long as I can remember! I was completely obsessed with films like Indiana Jones, Back to the Future, and Star Wars. These movies sparked my imagination and filled me with a sense of wonder (honestly, they still do!)
At the same time, I was endlessly curious about how things worked. I loved reading about history and science, and I spent hours on a videogame called The Way Things Work, exploring machines and systems and figuring out how they functioned. Movies were no exception. Watching my favorites, I was fascinated by how they shot them: the stunts, the explosions, the fire, the plane chases, the visual effects. It all felt like an incredible mystery to me!
Looking back, it feels like a natural path. My love for movies and my curiosity about how they’re made eventually came together and led me straight to filmmaking!
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It’s definitely been a bumpy road, not just for me but for everyone in the industry. When I first came to the U.S., I found myself in a highly competitive environment. Some of the best film professionals in the world live and work here, and while my English was decent, it wasn’t my native language. I didn’t know the country or how the industry operated, which made those first few years especially challenging. There were plenty of moments when I stumbled, had to get back up, and hoped I’d learned enough not to make the same mistake twice. But I believe that’s really how you grow in this business.
The past few years brought even more challenges. I spent covid in New York, which isn’t exactly known for its spacious apartments, so working, living, and trying to stay creative in a small space was an experience of its own. Then came the strikes, the shifts in the economy, and the constant uncertainty that has affected everyone in the industry.
Even with all that, it’s been an incredibly rewarding journey. Learning to navigate setbacks, adapt to unexpected situations, and keep pushing forward has taught me resilience, patience, and a deeper sense of perspective that only comes from living through the ups and downs of this industry.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m a cinematographer, and I focus on narrative work. I’ve had the chance to shoot films all over the U.S. and in different parts of the world, and along the way I’ve worked with some incredible directors, producers, and actors, including Oscar, Golden Globe, and Emmy winners and nominees.
For me, cinematography is really about storytelling. It’s not just making pretty images; it’s about serving the story and helping the audience feel something, even if that means making choices that aren’t always conventionally “beautiful.” Every lighting setup, lens choice, and camera move should support the story and the characters.
I’m also a big believer in collaboration. Everyone on set brings something unique, and that energy is what makes a film work. A film is only as strong as the people you surround yourself with.
At the end of the day, whether it’s a small indie or a bigger feature, my goal is the same: to create images that resonate and truly support the story.
Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
I was born in Barcelona, Spain, and I’ve been in love with movies for as long as I can remember! I was completely obsessed with films like Indiana Jones, Back to the Future, and Star Wars. These movies sparked my imagination and filled me with a sense of wonder (honestly, they still do!)
At the same time, I was endlessly curious about how things worked. I loved reading about history and science, and I spent hours on a PC game called The Way Things Work, exploring machines and systems and figuring out how they functioned. Movies were no exception. Watching my favorites, I was fascinated by how they shot them: the stunts, the explosions, the fire, the plane chases, the visual effects. It all felt like an incredible mystery to me!
Looking back, it feels like a natural path. My love for movies and my curiosity about how they’re made eventually came together and led me straight to filmmaking!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.guillermocameo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guillermocameo/
Image Credits
Midair (2019, dir. Zhaoxin Liu)
Queen of soca (2025, dir. Kevin Adams)
The trial of Everett mann (2016, dir. Mike Gerard)
Lake George (2023, dir. Hamid Castro)
