Michael Juniper Burke

Michael J. Burke is a highly accomplished Camera Operator, Steadicam and Gimbal Owner/Operator, and Cinematographer based in New York, affiliated with IATSE Local 600, SOC, and the SOA. Most recently, he completed work on "Sirens" for Netflix, where he teamed up with esteemed Director of Photography (DP) Greg Middleton and an impressive cast including Julianne Moore, Kevin Bacon, Milly Alcock, and Meghan Faye. This marked Michael's second project of the year as a Steadicam/Ronin Operator, following his successful stint on "Long Bright River" with DP Pepe Avilla Del Pino featuring Amanda Seyfried.

In December 2023, Michael served as the Cinematographer for the feature film "The Wake," directed by Brian Brightly and filmed in Syracuse. The project featured a talented cast that included Rob Yang, Ross Partridge, Michael Chernus, and Ryan Miller from the band Guster, and had its world premiere at the 2024 Woodstock Film Festival.

As a member of the Society of Operating Cameramen (SOA) and the Society of Camera Operators (SOC), Michael has established himself as a key player in the industry. In the Fall of 2023, he took on the role of Steadicam Operator for the feature film "The Dutchman," filmed in New York under the SAG Interim Waiver. In Spring 2023, he showcased his versatility as a B Camera Operator and Steadicam Operator on "Dr. Death" Season Two.

In 2022, Michael made his mark as a B Camera Operator on the AMC show "Dead City," working under the guidance of Cinematographer Terry Stacey. He also excelled on the Showtime series "Let The Right One In," serving as a B Camera Operator and Steadicam Operator alongside DPs Eric Branco, Jay Feather, and Tim Norman. In Spring 2022, he operated the camera and Steadicam for the Darren Le Gallo film "Sam & Kate," featuring powerhouse talents Dustin Hoffman and Sissy Spacek, under the expertise of Cinematographer Frank G. DeMarco. In the Fall of 2021, he contributed as a Camera Operator for the HBO series "And Just Like That," collaborating with Cinematographer Tim Norman.

With over twenty-five years of experience in the film industry, Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Film, Photography, Studio Art, and Environmental Studies from the University of Vermont, earned in 2002. He launched his career as a Camera Loader in 1996 on the film "A Stranger in the Kingdom." In 2000, he further honed his skills at the Sundance Filmmaker's Lab as a Camera Assistant, where he established a lasting professional relationship with Cinematographer Tim Orr. His experience as a Camera Loader included significant projects such as "Raising Victor Vargas," "All the Real Girls," "Undertow," "The Baxter," "Imaginary Heroes," and "Little Manhattan."

From 2004 to 2005, Michael joined the International Cinematographers Guild/IATSE Local 600, advancing his career as a First Assistant Cameraman. He collaborated with renowned cinematographer Bobby Bukowski on films including "The Hawk is Dying," "The Guitar," "Phoebe in Wonderland," "The Messenger," "Very Good Girls," "The Iceman," and John Stewart's "Rosewater." Additionally, he worked with Frank DeMarco on "Short Bus," "Rabbit Hole," and "The Winning Season." As a 1st Camera Assistant, Michael contributed to major productions like "John Wick" with DP Johnathon Sela, "This Is Where I Leave You" with DP Terry Stacey, "Spider-Man: Homecoming," "Life of Crime," and "Red Oaks." He was instrumental during the first season of "Girls" with Jody Lee Lipes and played a significant role in the pilot and first two seasons of "White Collar" with Russell Lee Fine. He also contributed to "Winter's Bone" with Michael McDonough.

In addition to his extensive work across various projects, Michael collaborated with William Rexer on "Friends with Kids," "Public Morals," "The Get Down," "The Tick," "The Village," and "Hunters." He made a significant impact as a Camera Operator and Cinematographer on the award-winning feature film "A Fighting Season," directed by Oden Roberts. Michael served as the Cinematographer for the TV pilot "Urban Teach Now," directed by Heather Fink and starring S.J. Son and Ginny Leise. Additionally, he was the Cinematographer for the TV pilot produced by Stephen Girasuolo called "The Hold Outs," which starred Kevin Corrigan and won the Best Actor in a Comedy award at SeriesFest in Denver. Furthermore, Michael was the Cinematographer for the TV pilot “Night Tales,” directed by Randy Rubin.