Stephen Greathouse: Cinematographer | St. Louis & Kansas City

For Stephen Greathouse, cinematography has always been about movement—both in front of and behind the camera. His journey into filmmaking began in skateboarding and snowboarding, capturing fast-paced action and developing an instinct for dynamic camera work, composition, and storytelling. This foundation in motion and visual energy became the cornerstone of his filmmaking style, influencing his approach to commercials, branded content, corporate video production, and narrative filmmaking.

Greathouse honed his technical and creative skills at John Brown University, earning a B.S. in Digital Media Arts with an emphasis on Cinematography. His education took him to Los Angeles, where he spent a semester at the Los Angeles Film Studies Center (LAFSC), gaining hands-on experience in Hollywood’s film industry. Immersed in professional productions, he refined his understanding of cinematic lighting, storytelling through lens choices, and high-end commercial production techniques.

Returning to the Midwest, Greathouse quickly became a top Director of Photography in St. Louis, working with leading brands and agencies to create commercial films, corporate videos, branded content, and narrative projects. His style is defined by naturalistic lighting, motivated camera movement, and a strong sense of visual storytelling. His work has helped brands develop high-quality cinematic content that stands out in the digital and broadcast space.

Now based in Kansas City, Greathouse is expanding his network and collaborating with the region’s best production companies, agencies, and filmmakers. His transition to Kansas City marks a new chapter in his career, allowing him to blend high-level commercial cinematography with feature film and short-form storytelling in one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing creative hubs. Beyond cinematography, he and his wife have established roots in the region, purchasing Alldredge Orchards, a 33-acre farm near Kansas City, reinforcing his long-term investment in the area.

With a background in sports cinematography, high-end commercial filmmaking, and narrative storytelling, Greathouse continues to push the boundaries of visual storytelling, commercial video production, and cinematic brand identity. Whether shooting a national ad campaign, a feature film, or a corporate film, his expertise in cinematic lighting, lens selection, and camera movement ensures that every project meets the highest production standards.

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