Brett Jutkiewicz
Biography
Brett Jutkiewicz is an American cinematographer and director of photography known for his work in feature films, television series, documentaries, commercials, and music videos. He is particularly recognized for his collaborations with filmmakers Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, including Ready or Not, Scream, and Scream VI. His other notable credits include The Black Phone and Stranger Things.
Jutkiewicz's work involves shaping the visual appearance of a production through camera movement, lighting, composition, lens selection, and the use of color. His experience ranges from independent films to large-scale Hollywood productions.
Early life and education
Brett Jutkiewicz grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, New York. He developed an interest in visual storytelling as a teenager, initially making skateboarding videos and short films with friends using a family camcorder. He also became interested in black-and-white photography and the technical aspects of capturing moving images.
He studied film at Boston University. During his studies, he became familiar with other aspiring filmmakers, including director Josh Safdie, with whom he later collaborated professionally. After graduating, Jutkiewicz moved to New York City to pursue a career in cinematography.
Details about his exact birth date and broader family background are not widely documented in reliable public sources.
