Kevin Atkinson

Kevin Atkinson

Film, Class of 2000

Kevin Atkinson

Kevin Atkinson made short films with classmates and learned how to operate film cameras as a student from the inaugural class at L.A. Film School. After graduation, Kevin found his niche in comedy sketches at Funny or Die with fellow alumni and Spotlight Academy member, Oz Rodriguez. Each production job he landed led to slightly bigger jobs in the industry. Kevin watched the film industry go from cable to streaming services throughout his career as a DP. Adult Swim on Comedy Central was huge at the time when Kevin first got started in film. Now, he works with big streaming networks including Netflix and Hulu.

“Don’t be a jack of all trades, but a master of none. If you want to direct, practice directing. If you want to be a DP, practice cinematography. It’s a craft. Keep practicing. The industry wants the most enthusiastic people who know their craft.”

One of Kevin’s big breaks in streaming came from his DP gig on Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later with an all-star ensemble cast that included Amy Poehler, Elizabeth Banks, Paul Rudd and Bradley Cooper. His other DP work includes the Detroiters, Alone Together and Bless This Mess. Kevin earned a film certificate in 2000 and is a member of The Spotlight Academy Class of 2021. Kevin lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two young sons.

Latest news featuring Kevin Atkinson:

Los Angeles Film School - 25 Years

Our story: 25 years of the Los Angeles Film School

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25 years. Wow. You know what they say: time flies. And it’s been a ride. But an excitement-filled rollercoaster of a ride, one that all started with a vision: To inspire young minds to find their own creative voice, in a place they could absorb the inner-workings of the entertainment industry and learn alongside like-minded students from all walks of life.
75th Emmys

The Los Angeles Film School Celebrates Alumni Work in 75th Primetime Emmy Awards Wins

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We are proud to recognize the talented alumni who worked on Emmy-nominated productions for the 75th Annual Primetime Emmys. More than 40 alumni contributed their talents to productions including The Last of Us, Succession, White Lotus, and Ted Lasso.
Kevin Atkinson Film

Meet the DP Behind Detroiters, Alone Together and Bless This Mess

As a student from the inaugural class at L.A. Film School, Kevin Atkinson worked with his classmates to create short films and learned how to operate film cameras. He fell in love with filmmaking. Soon after graduation Kevin found his niche in comedy sketches at Funny or Die with fellow alumni Oz Rodriguez, Matt Villines and Matt Mazany. Each job he landed led to slightly bigger jobs in the industry. Find out more about Kevin's journey as a cinematographer.