Thomas Fontaine is a Montreal-based cinematographer with over ten years of experience, specializing in documentary filmmaking. His work has taken him across multiple countries, immersing him in a wide range of cultures and stories. Early in his career, a trip to Haiti with Oxfam led to his photos and videos being exhibited at World Press Photo in Montreal.
Thomas has since expanded his career into music videos, collaborating with artists such as Diplo and Mick Jenkins. His short film Cendres (2022) and documentary Juste un toît (2024) were both selected by prominent festivals including REGARD, with Juste un toît also screening at NYC DOC.
In television, he served as cinematographer on the series Les Météorites, which earned Best Cinematography at the NYC WebFest, and on seasons two and three of Moi j'habite nulle part, a project that garnered him a Gémeaux nomination.
Thomas holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology and is fluent in French, English, and Spanish. A deep commitment to climate issues and social justice shapes the projects he chooses to pursue. He continues to develop work across film, television, and music, driven by a focus on impactful visual storytelling.
contact: thomasfontaine.dp@gmail.com