Kharen Hill | Photographer | Director | USA - Canada - NZ : World-Renowned

Kharen Hill is celebrated globally for her exceptional work in entertainment, advertising, music photography, photography, directing, and fine art. With a career spanning continents, she has become known for her masterful use of both natural and crafted light, her cinematic approach to storytelling, and her rare ability to capture iconic, unforgettable imagery under any conditions.

Effortlessly blending technical precision with an artist's intuition, Kharen's dynamic energy and disarming presence on set create an environment where spontaneity and authenticity thrive. Her extensive experience working on film and television productions, and with many of the world's leading actors, musicians, and personalities, has placed her within a select echelon of photographers trusted by major brands, studios, and record labels worldwide.

Kharen's directorial background allows her to guide subjects fluidly, unlocking natural motion and emotional depth in both still and motion capture. Her signature is a body of work that is not only visually striking but deeply human — each frame a compelling narrative in itself.
Her work has earned numerous accolades, including awards from PDN and Applied Arts for her celebrity portraiture. Kharen's acclaimed advertising campaign documenting spinal cord injury prevention in teens was nationally recognized across the United States for its poignant storytelling and impactful visual language.

As a fine artist, Kharen's Out The Window series — a meditation on daily life, found beauty, and the universal human experience — has been embraced by collectors across North America, Europe, and the Southern Hemisphere. The project has sparked important conversations around unity, culture, and living in the moment. Her first solo exhibition, Out The Window: 5 Days in Kenya, opened in West Los Angeles in partnership with Blood Water Mission, with proceeds supporting humanitarian efforts in Africa. Kharen is currently expanding the Out The Window series with upcoming projects from Iceland, California, Rock Creek, and Cuba, each connected to charitable initiatives.

An influential voice in photography education, Kharen is a sought-after guest speaker at post-secondary photography programs and actively mentors emerging photographers, bridging the gap between education and professional practice.

In addition to her photography, Kharen has served on the national board of the Canadian Association of Photographers and Soapbox Women Los Angeles, advocating for creatives across industries. She is also a proud member of professional associations including APA (American Photographic Artists), LACP (Los Angeles Center of Photography), and IATSE 669.

Born in New Zealand, Kharen Hill travels the world on assignment and splits her time between Los Angeles, California, Canada, Nz and Europe

Clients and Publications:
Her distinguished roster includes ABC, CBS, NBC, CBC, CTV, FOX, TNT, Showtime, The CW, MGM, Warner Bros. Studios, Paramount, MTV, Yamaha Music Group, Verve/Universal Records, Warner Music, Coca-Cola, Honda, Cathay Pacific, Norwegian Cruise Lines, UNICEF, Air Canada, and many more. Her editorial and commercial work has appeared in People Magazine, TIME, Architectural Digest, Parade, The Hollywood Reporter, TV Guide, and numerous international publications.
Selected subjects include: Jacob Elordi, Amy Adams, Michelle Williams, Jennifer Beals, Ron Howard, Clint Eastwood, David Duchovny, Julia Stiles, Mandy Moore, Avril Lavigne, Sarah McLachlan, among many others.