Most people tell me that I'm a friendly, upbeat, chill person. I guess that's all pretty true, but after getting to know me you'll find that I'm a big geek who loves movies, music, and anything that affects me emotionally.

Movies are an especially big part of my life. They are largely responsible for the kind of person I am, and they've always been a great source of inspiration to me. Because of this, I've delved into the world of film with the hopes of making it as a director.

The most important things to me are friends and family, and when I'm not busy with film, they're the ones I spend most of my time with. I like going out to bars, shows, dancing; anything can be fun if you're with good company. On the mellower side, I like staying in and lazing around, particularly while watching good movies or playing board games. Yes, there's the geek side of me shining through.

As a Director of Photography, I believe that good cinematography means creating dynamic shots that keep the audience interested by revealing something new. I am an accomplished cameraperson with a lot of on-set experience. I recently finished as the cinematographer on a feature film entitled "Truth."

As a director, my goal is to create films that strike a chord with the audience and leave a lasting impression. Put simply, I want to make people cry. My professional career includes a series of TV spots I directed for the Hotel Nikko, an international Japanese hotel in San Francisco. I'm currently in preproduction for a short film planned for later this year.

If you're putting together a production and are looking for creative talent and technical skill, please don't hesitate to contact me by phone: 408.386.8452 or by email: tommybarney@gmail.com. Thanks, and happy moviemaking!