Emils grew up as a hyperactive, multitasking mogul in the outskirts of Riga, Latvia. He began his career as a 2AC camera loader on major feature films, where he developed his eye for framing and the collaborative skills essential to a cinematographer.

His Director of Photography debut feature film, Slapes (Thrist, 2024), showcases complex handheld camera movement and resonant imagery. With multiple awards and nominations for short film cinematography at European film festivals, Emils has established himself as a leading talent, working across the US, UK, and Latvia on a diverse array of narrative and commercial projects.

When not on set, he splits his time between family in Riga and hiking adventures in the Alps. His trusty Volkswagen T6 film gear van serves as a rugged workhorse for winter film shoots and transforms into a capable campervan for Euro road trips.