Documentary Filmmaker and Cinematographer – Peter Gunnebro

Authentic storytelling with a cinematic eye

I am a freelance documentary filmmaker and cinematographer based in Sweden, working globally. My focus is on creating visual stories that leave a lasting impression. By combining technical precision with a deep artistic understanding, I capture the genuine moments that make a story come alive.

Experience and Craft

While a solid education at Stockholm Film School and Molkom Film was an essential part of my journey toward working professionally in film, it is primarily through countless hours behind the camera in the field that I continuously refine my cinematic eye. I have filmed and photographed documentaries both in Sweden and internationally, and to me, cinematography is an ongoing process where technical precision and intuition go hand in hand.

Experience from working on a wide variety of productions has given me the ability to quickly read a context, whether in a controlled studio environment or under unpredictable conditions in the field. My strength lies in balancing technical sharpness with an intuitive feel for light and presence, always with the goal of letting the visual expression serve the story.

Services as a Documentary Filmmaker and Cinematographer

Beyond my role as a cinematographer, I offer solutions for everything from short reports to feature-length documentaries.

• Documentary Cinematographer (DoP) & Steadicam: I combine technical precision with a strong visual intuition for unscripted storytelling. My gear kit includes a Steadicam, which I use selectively when it serves the story—for instance, to smoothly follow a person in motion and heighten the visual emotion of a specific scene. Among my major ongoing assignments is my role as creative director and cinematographer for a feature-length documentary about Sweden’s oldest jazz club (established in 1949), produced in collaboration with the regional film fund Film i Dalarna.
  
• Documentary Specialist: I often work as a "fly-on-the-wall" to capture the unscripted without disturbing the scene.
• Local Crew & Fixer: I am available as a local DP and collaborator for international production companies filming in Sweden.
• Flexible Collaborations: I am equally comfortable working as part of a larger crew or independently, adapting to different directors' visions.
• Cinematic Interviews: I specialize in lighting and framing interviews so they feel both natural and visually engaging.

Film Technology and Innovation

To create that fluid, cinematic feel, I frequently use Steadicam (I am a certified operator), Shoulder Rig or EasyRig. This adds emotional weight and stability to the images without losing documentary realism. Furthermore, I stay at the forefront of the industry with experience in virtual production and LED walls, offering exciting possibilities even for smaller productions.

My equipment as a documentary filmmaker and cinematographer

I own and operate professional gear suitable for broadcast and cinema standards. This includes:

• Cameras: Sony FX6 (Netflix-approved), Canon R6 & R6 Mark II.
• Lenses: Cinema-grade optics from Sony, Canon RF, and Samyang.
• Stabilization: EasyRig, Shoulder Rig, Steadicam.
• Sound: Sound Recording (32-bit float), Professional Microphones, Boom, and Lavaliers.
• Synchronization: Professional, industry-standard timecode sync utilizing the Tentacle Sync E and Track E workflow.
• Lighting: Portable video lights and softboxes for quick, cinematic interview setups.
• Editing: DaVinci Resolve Studio, Photoshop, Lightroom.
• Mobility: Fully battery-powered workflow for shoots in remote locations.

This professional gear and virtual production experience support my creative work across all projects, ensuring every story is captured beautifully and flexibly on location.

BJG Production – Full-Scale Documentary Solutions

In addition to my freelance work as a cinematographer, I am the CEO and partner of BJG Production AB, a company specializing in full-scale documentary storytelling. Through this partnership, we offer comprehensive end-to-end production services—managing everything from initial concept and research to filming, post-production, and final delivery. This allows me to seamlessly scale up and provide a complete crew and extensive resources whenever a project demands it, ensuring we can bring any vision to life, regardless of scale.

Explore our collaborative work at bjgproduction.se