Dan Wagner is a Cincinnati-based Director of Photography, Camera Operator, Gaffer, and Production Partner specializing in commercial, branded content, documentary, corporate, motorsports, and action sports productions.

For more than a decade, Dan has helped agencies, brands, production companies, and marketing teams create compelling visual stories that connect with audiences and deliver results. His work spans national advertising campaigns, branded content, corporate communications, documentaries, and high-energy sports productions throughout the United States.

Known for his calm presence on set and strong technical foundation, Dan brings a unique combination of cinematography, lighting, and production expertise to every project. Whether leading camera and lighting teams on a commercial production, operating cameras in challenging environments, or helping brands tell authentic stories, he focuses on creating cinematic visuals while keeping productions efficient and collaborative.

Dan's client experience includes work for major brands across healthcare, consumer products, manufacturing, technology, tourism, and outdoor recreation. His background also includes extensive experience in automotive, motorsports, and action sports filmmaking, where fast-moving environments demand quick decision-making, technical precision, and creative problem-solving.

As an owner-operator, Dan provides access to professional cinema camera systems, lighting, grip equipment, and production support, allowing clients to scale projects from lean documentary crews to larger commercial productions.Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dan regularly works throughout the Midwest and travels nationwide for productions.