My name is Quinn. I’m Director of Photography currently based in Phoenix, Arizona.
I began my journey developing my own rolls of film in a school darkroom and I've spent the last sixteen years behind the camera professionally. That work has taken me through more than thirty countries, eight of which I've called home shooting narrative, documentary, corporate, commercial and music projects, including campaigns for national brands and original series carried by streaming networks. Time overseas taught me how to read a room, a crew, and a culture fast. Skills that shape every project I walk onto.
For several years I also served as a Director of Marketing in Southeast Asia. A perspective few DP’s get. It taught me the difference between a commercial that looks good and one that actually works. That understanding has contributed to two Super Bowl spots in 2026, hiring campaigns that exceeded their targets, and work displayed on sports stadium screens and in international airports.
I work as an owner operator and run a small rental house, Drifthouse Media Co., full kit available at drifthouse.co/equipment-rentals. I’m at my best creating with people who care about their craft as much as I do.
When I can, I lend my time to nonprofits doing meaningful work, and I mentor emerging filmmakers and film students because someone once did the same for me.
I’m always up for a good project. Drop a line and lets chat.
Serious Inquiries: quinn.taplin@gmail.com
Equipment Rentals: drifthouse.co/equipment-rentals