Dave May: From Home Movies to Emmy Nominations

How do you go from making home videos with your friends to filming some of the world’s most acclaimed documentaries? In Episode 3 of A Different Lens, hosts Kate Cornish and Wil Calabio sit down with award-winning cinematographer Dave May to explore the journey that took him from regional NSW to Love on the Spectrum, Emmy nominations, Walkley Awards and productions around the world. Dave reflects on his early days making videos for fun, his time at Triple J and SBS’s The Feed, and how curiosity, collaboration and a willingness to say yes helped open the door to bigger opportunities. Along the way, he shares what he’s learned about building creative teams, earning trust behind the camera and working with small crews to capture authentic moments that connect with audiences. A Different Lens is a podcast for creators, by creators, uncovering the challenges, lessons and breakthroughs behind the photographers, filmmakers and storytellers shaping creative culture today.