Google: The Android Show with Dropbox

My collaboration with Director Jessica Palmarozza and Gramafilm Ltd. for THE ANDROID SHOW provided a remarkable opportunity to weave the innovative tales of Google Android right here in Seattle. Tasked as the Director of Photography, I took pride in rallying my trusted local crew and equipping us with the revered ARRI camera systems paired with the timeless quality of vintage Zeiss Super Speed lenses.

Our mission was to craft the visual story of Android's progressive engineering feats, a narrative that would resonate with both tech aficionados and the uninitiated. The essence of our task was encapsulated by Dropbox's foray into Jetpack Compose, where the Android engineering team reimagined their user interface, transforming their home screen, file preview, and search experiences into a seamless and intuitive journey.

Alison Wyllie, a Senior Software Engineer at Dropbox, stood as the beacon of this transformation, her insights into Jetpack Compose's adept handling of design systems were paramount. She articulated the swiftness and efficiency with which her team reinvented the Search experience, an undertaking we aimed to mirror through our cinematography—fusing efficiency with artistry.

Selecting the ideal location, our set became a testament to Android's flexibility and innovative spirit. With each frame, we sought to highlight the simplicity and elegance of modern design, ensuring the final product resonated with the same finesse that Android engineers instill in their work.

The culmination of our endeavors was not only the successful and early wrap of the shoot but also the knowledge that we had visually encapsulated the tech that is Android's ongoing evolution. This wasn't merely another day on the job—it was a moment where technology and creativity intersected, leaving us with a sense of accomplishment and anticipation for what stories we might tell next.