Director of Photography
Junxiong "Joshua" Zhu is a Director of Photography based in Los Angeles, whose work extends worldwide. His journey in the United States began in 2023 with his enrollment in the MFA program at American Film Institute.
Joshua's foundational film education started in middle school in China, leading him to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Beijing Film Academy and further study at the Netherland Film Academy.
Since 2018, Joshua has cultivated a diverse portfolio spanning independent films, commercials, and TV series. Notably, he served as Camera Operator on the 2022 feature film Some Rain Must Fall, which earned significant accolades, including Best Cinematography at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival and a Special Jury Prize at the 74th Berlin Film Festival.
Embracing his new base, Joshua has actively pursued his passion for filming on celluloid, evidenced by shooting two 16mm and two 35mm shorts since starting his US journey. Recently, he has been select into ASC’s Vision Mentorship Program 25’-26’.
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