Freelance videographer
Having worked as a freelance videographer for over 10 years, I have become adept at ensuring I capture the best quality content for any given environment. I am friendly and experienced, based in London and BBC trained in production and post-production. View my portfolio to see the wide range of projects that I have delivered.
Film and video production
Some recent examples of work that I have delivered include working as an editing cameraman, managing event videography, working for my clients as a marketing videographer, delivering social media marketing campaigns including working as an Instagram filmmaker.
Cameraman and video editor
Using the latest 4K UHD cameras I film live events, interviews, performances, presentations, promotional footage, films for broadcast, social media and websites. As well as filming I am well practised at making the most of the available lighting conditions or setting up suitable artificial lighting. I am confident in recording contributor sound, sync sound and atmosphere audio tracks using a variety of microphones.
Storytelling skills
Using my well-tuned storytelling skills, my production includes short-form promotional video content for my clients’ online sites and social media channels. I am adept at telling stories that help to engage viewers and raise awareness of particular topics.
Personable nature
Previous clients have recommended me as a 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 previous clients.
Creative filmmaker
My common sense and wide-ranging practical skills ensure that as a freelance videographer I can manage surprising and challenging environments. As well as filming on my own initiative I am also experienced in being directed and working as part of a crew. I am always able to offer a variety of creative options for any production environment.
Videography filming kit
Cameras:
I have many years of experience of filming with a wide range of makes and models of cameras. My current kit includes four Lumix mirrorless cameras with a range of lenses including a set of five Samyang primes.
Sound:
My selection of Sennheiser microphones includes two radio receivers with clip microphones, a highly directional microphone, XLR cable connected clip microphone and a Sennheiser camera top-mounted microphone. I offer 6-track 24-bit audio recordings with my Tascam DR-701D.
Grip:
A range of camera support including large Manfrotto tripod, two Miller tripods, Manfrotto monopod, shoulder-mounted rails and a fig-rig. I also have a wide range of additional brackets and supports for mounting equipment on support rails and ceiling mounts. Cinevate Duzi v3 32" slider with all-terrain legs and gripper arm.
Monitoring:
Atomos Ninja 2 10-bit 4:2:2 HDMI to ProRes/Avid DNxHD recorder and monitor with playback.
Lighting:
A wide range of LED lighting for interviews and detail work. 2 x Felloni panels each with a softbox and grid. Dedo LED bicolour spotlights with GOBO projector set.
Videographer additional kit:
I am happy to manage and book the hire of any additional cameras, lenses, grip or lighting kit. Quotes for the additional hired kit are available on request.
From my Central London base in Lambeth SE11 (closest tube Vauxhall) I offer my skills as a freelance videographer across London, across the UK and Europe.
Please get in touch if you have any questions or if would like to commission my videographer skills and services.