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Branden J. Stanley is an Emmy Award-winning cinematographer and lifelong camera nerd who’s been chasing light and moments since he was barely old enough to hold a camera steady. Growing up in a small Catholic homeschooling family just outside Indianapolis, Branden’s fascination with storytelling through a lens started early—and never let go.
These days, Branden wears a lot of hats (though usually a vintage one) as Executive VP at the award-winning Spirit Juice Studios in Chicago. Whether he's behind the camera or leading creative teams, he’s always blending his love for modern filmmaking with a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, analog culture, and the beautifully mechanical cameras from photography’s golden age.
When he’s not immersed in film projects or geeking out over vintage gear, Branden’s busy on his favorite production yet—raising four energetic kids with his childhood sweetheart (i.e. his beautiful wife). Life’s a bit chaotic, usually loud, but always filled with the kind of moments worth capturing.