Sarah Whelden
Sarah Whelden is a cinematographer whose work spans commercials, music videos, documentaries, and feature films. With a portfolio recognized at major international festivals, Whelden has contributed to narratives that have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, and Fantasia, among others.
Biography
Sarah Whelden is a cinematographer whose work spans commercials, music videos, documentaries, and feature films. With a portfolio recognized at major international festivals, Whelden has contributed to narratives that have premiered at Sundance, SXSW, and Fantasia, among others. Over 15 years, the cinematographer has lensed eight feature films and numerous short films, establishing a presence in both commercial and independent cinema.
Whelden’s involvement in narrative filmmaking extends to notable projects, including the upcoming feature The Plan [2026], where the cinematographer serves as Director of Photography. The work reflects a career built across diverse formats and platforms, from festival circuits to broader distribution. The cinematographer’s approach to visual storytelling has…
