Melody Tash — Director & Cinematographer
Melody Tash is a Philadelphia-based Director and Cinematographer (DP) specializing in commercial, narrative, documentary, and branded work. With years of experience collaborating with producers, directors, and creative teams, she creates visual storytelling that resonates emotionally and elevates every project.
Tash’s work bridges the art of film with commercial precision — combining cinematic lighting, camera movement, and narrative clarity to bring stories to life. Her expertise spans from intimate character moments to bold visual concepts for brands, films, and online campaigns.
With a dual background as both a Director and DP, as well as experience working as an art director, Melody bridges the creative and technical worlds — ensuring not only a strong vision, but also a smooth and efficient production process. She has collaborated with nonprofits, advocacy groups, health organizations, and universities to translate complex stories into cinematic, accessible visuals.
Whether directing or shooting, Melody prioritizes thoughtful pre-production, strong collaboration, and storytelling that balances substance and style. When she’s not on set, she enjoys hiking, swimming, and planning adventures with her kids & camera in tow.
Professional Highlights
- Dual Expertise: Director (vision and concept) & Director of Photography (visual execution)
- Trusted by producers for reliability, creative insight, and collaboration
- Experience with a range of commercial, narrative, and documentary projects
- Proven ability to elevate scripts and concepts into visual reality
Director / DP: How To Build A Rain Garden – Telly Award
DP / Editor: The Inside Outside – New Hope Film Festival Official Selection
Director / DP: Beyond Celiac PSA — National Health Information Award’s Silver in Health Promotion/Public Service Ad
DP: Post Partum Problems — Cannes Marché du Film screening
Director / DP: Hallow Gate – Equinox Women’s Film Festival Official Selection
Art Director: Philadelphia: The Great Experiment — Emmy Winner
See my reel and portfolio to view examples of these projects.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER!
📞 610.613.5178 ✉️ melody@cinemaquilt.com