Gary Tachell
Producer . Director . Cinematographer . Editor
One month after graduating from the Dick Grove School of Music, Gary began his film career as a production assistant. He quickly moved up to production coordinator on over 50 national commercials. Once he had a solid foundation on the production side of "story telling" he moved on to his true love, telling the story from behind the camera. He now has over 30,000 hours behind the camera on national broadcast features and television shows documented by the INTERNATIONAL CINEMATOGRAPHERS GUILD, plus many more commercials, industrials and music videos for artists such as CAROL KING, NATALIE COLE, TOM PETTY, GEORGIA SATELLITES, ISAAC HAYES and many more.
Gary has a wide of range of production experience in almost every department, on everything from multi-million dollar features and television series to small documentary "one man band" style productions. This experience has enabled him to add an incredible amount of production value to every project, because he understands the whole process of telling a story in the most captivating and entertaining way, all while maintaining a fun and enjoyable working environment. Having the ability to wear many hats has made him a valuable asset to any production because he thoroughly understands what everyone on the team needs to create a great project. Producer, director, cinematographer, editor, Gary is equally comfortable wearing all the "hats" or just one.
Gary has served on all of the demos on this site as the Producer, Director, Cinematographer and editor aside from the "DP Reel" demo which Gary was hired strictly as the DP on some of the clips in that montage.
Gary has a wide of range of production experience in almost every department, on everything from multi-million dollar features and television series to small documentary "one man band" style productions. This experience has enabled him to add an incredible amount of production value to every project, because he understands the whole process of telling a story in the most captivating and entertaining way, all while maintaining a fun and enjoyable working environment. Having the ability to wear many hats has made him a valuable asset to any production because he thoroughly understands what everyone on the team needs to create a great project. Producer, director, cinematographer, editor, Gary is equally comfortable wearing all the "hats" or just one.
Gary has served on all of the demos on this site as the Producer, Director, Cinematographer and editor aside from the "DP Reel" demo which Gary was hired strictly as the DP on some of the clips in that montage.
"It’s great to work with a pro. You are truly a consummate professional. Yes, I knew you had worked on many major television shows and won top awards with your company, but what really counts is seeing your first rate work.
What a relief it was to know I was working with someone who understood my vision and delivered a great show. I look forward to working with you again soon".
Mel Swope
Producer-Director *
*Two time Golden Globe Winner
You have really out done yourself this time. “World of Wonders” is an amazing Music Video. It is difficult to find the words to adequately express our profound appreciation for the exceptional work you have done on bringing Lea Marie’s original music to life. Your concepts and your talents in exciting them put you in a league of your own. The way in which you cut & put together this music video is exciting, captivating and creative beyond our wildest expectations! Again our deepest thanks.
Geri Golde, Lea Marie Music Inc. www.leamariemusic.com
What a relief it was to know I was working with someone who understood my vision and delivered a great show. I look forward to working with you again soon".
Mel Swope
Producer-Director *
*Two time Golden Globe Winner
You have really out done yourself this time. “World of Wonders” is an amazing Music Video. It is difficult to find the words to adequately express our profound appreciation for the exceptional work you have done on bringing Lea Marie’s original music to life. Your concepts and your talents in exciting them put you in a league of your own. The way in which you cut & put together this music video is exciting, captivating and creative beyond our wildest expectations! Again our deepest thanks.
Geri Golde, Lea Marie Music Inc. www.leamariemusic.com
WORK EXPERIENCE
Producer -Director-Cinematographer-Editor
“Gen’s Guiltless Gourmet” Third Point Productions (22 episodes)
“Kitchen Academy” Third Point Productions (Pilot)“
"The Joel McCrea Story” Third Point Productions (Documentary)
“The Reptile Dude Show” Pilot
Over 50 Commercials, Music Videos, Corporate, Product promos
Director of Photography
"Spyton Dyval"
"KAT"
"Mind Machine"
"The Runner" (2nd. Unit)
"Live Shot" UPN (insert unit)
"Dark Skies" Pilot NBC (2nd. unit)
"Profiler" NBC (2nd. unit)
"E-Ring" NBC (2nd unit and substitute 1st. unit)
Camera Operator
“NYPD Blue” ABC
"The Parkers" UPN
“Star Trek Enterprise” Paramount
“Medium” Paramount
“E-Ring” NBC (A- Operator, 2nd unit and substitute 1st unit DP)
“Fireworks 250” race ESPN
“Gold Coast 300” race ESPN
1st. Assistant Cameraman
“Max Monroe Loose Cannon” VIACOM (2nd. Assistant Cameraman)
“Equal Justice” NBC (1st and 2nd Assistant Cameraman)
“Homefront” Warner Brothers (1st and 2nd Assistant Cameraman)
“Sweet Justice” SONY (2nd. Assistant Cameraman)
“Live Shot” VIACOM
“Diagnosis Murder” CBS
“Dark Skies” NBC 1st A.C. and 2nd. Unit Director of Photography
“The Huntress” USA Network
“The Monroe’s” Warner Brothers
“7th. Heaven” The WB
“Profiler” NBC 1st A.C. and 2nd. Unit Director of Photography
“Buffy the Vampire Slayer” The WB
“The Parker’s” UPN 1st A.C. and Camera Operator
Star Trek “Deep Space 9” and “Voyager” Paramount
“Link’s” SHOWTIME
The David Cassidy Story NBC
Deadly Web NBC
Killing Mr. Griffin NBC
A Christmas Wish NBC
"Strong Medicine" Life TimeTerror on CX17 NBC
“Chips 99” TNT
Production Assistant and Production Coordinator
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Over 50 national commercials and 10 music videos
