Sam Chynoweth

Sam Chynoweth is a highly respected Colourist and Imaging Supervisor, with expertise in creative grading and workflow management across feature films, episodic television, and animated productions. With nearly two decades of experience working at leading post-production and visual effects companies in Australia and the United Kingdom, Sam brings a unique technical foundation to his creative work. He is a specialist in colour theory, including ACES, multi-format workflows, and the management of complex, VFX-heavy pipelines.

Sam began his career in Sydney as a Post Services Technician, where he discovered his passion for grading working on feature animation, going on to finish acclaimed projects such as The Lego Movie (WB), The Lego Batman Movie (WB), and the live-action hybrid film Peter Rabbit (Sony).

Since moving to the UK, Sam has broadened his portfolio to include a diverse range of genres, with a particular focus on episodic drama and feature work for major studios. Notable recent credits include Black Mirror (Netflix), Industry (HBO/BBC), Odyssey (Electric Shadow/Stigma Films) and His Dark Materials (HBO/BBC) with his work earning a nomination for the 2023 BAFTA TV Craft Awards for Special, Visual, and Graphic Effects. His combination of deep technical knowledge and creative sensitivity continues to set him apart as a trusted collaborator in visually ambitious productions.