Background
Smith was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1894.
Smith was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1894.
His started as a cinematographer came on the now lost 1915 silent film The Battle Cry of Peace, and went on to have over 73 credits. Smith also occasionally worked in the camera and electrical department. In 1944, he was nominated for Lassie Come Home.
He shared the award with Arthur East. Arling and Charles Rosher.
All of Smith"s nominations and wins were in the Color category. Smith served as president of the American Society of Cinematographers from 1941 until his death on October 20, 1947, at the age of 53.