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Eric J. Nelson | Director/Cinematographer

Eric J. Nelson is an independent filmmaker based in Madison, WI and Chicago, IL.

Since graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in History/Zoology/Com Arts, he has spent many years working as a cinematographer and gaffer on productions both small and large alike; from feature films and commercial spots, to documentaries, industrials and live events.

Mr. Nelson operates a lighting services company, Pod Nine Lighting and Grip, with frequent creative partners, Kipp & K.C. Norman. He also plays and records music with the experimental Americana band, Vibrationland, on the Bubonic Records label.

Mr. Nelson lives with his producer/wife, Kristin Larson, and their two lovely co-productions, son Arthur and daughter Ruth.