Videographer

Freelance videographer London based

Working as a freelance videographer for over ten years, I am adept at ensuring I capture the best quality content for any given environment.

I am friendly, resourceful, and BBC-trained in production and post-production.

View my video production portfolio to see the diverse range of films and video projects I have produced, filmed, and edited.

Film and video production

Examples of work I have delivered include editing cameraman, managing event videography, working for my clients as a marketing videographer, and providing social media marketing campaigns, including as an Instagram filmmaker.

Cameraman and video editor

Using the latest cameras, I film live events, interviews, performances, presentations, and promotional footage for broadcast and online.

In addition to my camerawork skills, I’m confident at making the most of the available lighting conditions or setting up artificial lighting.

I have over ten years of experience recording contributor sound, sync sound, and atmosphere audio using various microphones in different locations.

Storytelling skills

Using my well-tuned storytelling skills, I am adept at telling stories that help engage viewers and raise awareness of issues and topics.

My storytelling experience includes editing short to longer-form documentaries, films, promotional video content, and longer documentaries and films for festivals, online, and social media channels.

Personable nature

Previous clients have recommended me as a freelance videographer for my excellent people skills.

I have worked with artists, directors, CEOs, celebrities, volunteers, ex-offenders and young people.

Please read my testimonials for recommendations from some of my previous clients.

Creative filmmaker

My common sense and wide-ranging practical skills ensure I can manage surprising and challenging environments as a freelance videographer.

I am experienced in managing video productions or filming on my initiative. I am also comfortable being directed and working as part of a crew.

As a result, I can always offer various creative options for any film or video production environment.

Videography filming kit

Cameras:

I have many years of experience filming with various cameras of different makes and models.

My kit includes four Lumix mirrorless cameras, including the GH6, GH5, and GH5S. I can film at 6K, 4K, UHD, or HD resolutions.

Lenses:

Prime lens collection includes a Samyang prime kit with Canon FD mounts. The focal lengths are 14mm t3.1, 24mm t1.5, 35mm t1.5, 50mm t1.5, and 80mm t1.5. I mount these on my micro four-thirds cameras using a Metabones Speedbooster XL 0.64.

Olympus zoom lenses include 7-14mm f2.8 PRO, 40-150mm f2.8 PRO, MC-14 1.4 x teleconverter, 60mm f2.8 macro, 9-18mm.

I also have a Lecia 12-60mm, SLR magic 50mm f0.95 Hyperprime, Voigtlander 25mm f0.95 and a range of filters.

Sound recording equipment:

My selection of Sennheiser microphones includes an ME-66 directional, XLR cable-connected lavalier microphone and a camera-top-mounted microphone. I also have 2 x radio transmitter-receivers.

Other microphones include a Rode NT4 stereo mic, Sanken COS-11 and Tram TR-50 Lavalier. With my Tascam DR-701D, I offer 4-track, 24-bit audio recordings.

Camera supports:

The camera grip includes a gimbal, two large Manfrotto tripods, two Miller tripods (with fluid heads), a Manfrotto monopod, two Benbo lightweight travel tripods, and a Lecia table tripod.

I also have a wide range of additional brackets, stands and supports for mounting camera equipment on different equipment in various environments.

Camera motion kit:

My motion kit includes a Cinevate Duzi v3 32” slider, a Syrp Genie Mini II camera motion unit with a turntable, a Syrp linear motor and a DJI RS2 gimbal.

Lighting equipment:

I have a wide range of LED lighting for interviews and detail work. This includes 2 x Aputure bi-colour spotlights. 2 x Felloni LED panels, each with a softbox and grid. 2 x Dedo LED bicolour spotlights with GOBO projector set.

A selection of high CRI small LED lights, including 3 x Aputure LED panels. My kit also includes light-modifying equipment like the Aputure Light Domes and an Aputure Lantern.

Vision and exposure monitoring:

Atomos LCD 5" and 7" monitoring panels with 10-bit 4:2:2 HDMI to ProRes/Avid DNxHD recording and playback. Cine Meter II and a Luxi light meter.

Videographer additional kit:

I am happy to manage and book any other cameras, lenses, grip or lighting kit. Quotes for any additional equipment hired are available upon request.

From my central London base in Lambeth SE11 (the closest tube is Vauxhall), I offer my skills as a freelance videographer in London, across the UK, and Europe.

Please get in touch with me if you have any questions or would like to commission my videographer skills and services.