On location for 'BLUE PLANET 2 - COASTS' shooting topside with Red Dragon
Widely travelled underwater cinematographer, specialising in underwater filming but also experienced in drone, long lens and motion-control work.
Digital cinematography with RED Digital Cinema, Sony and Phantom hi-speed cameras
Aerial filming with DJI Inspire & Phantom Drones. UK PFCO & FAA Part 107.
Shooting RED Dragon with underwater slider for 'BLUE PLANET 2 - REEF'
Gates housing technician – experienced in shooting servicing, maintaining, fixing and problem solving issues on housing, camera and lighting systems
Timelapse / mo-co time-lapse (topside and underwater)
Use of macro scope/probe lenses (topside & underwater)
Use of gimbals (Movi/Ronin) for motion control work
15+ years diving experience in numerous locations and disciplines – extensive network within diving and marine conservation community
HSE Part 4 scuba diver (with current HSE dive medical)
RYA Level 2 Powerboat Skippers Ticket
Filming with DJI Inspire 1 Drone in the Galapagos Islands for 'BLUE PLANET 2 - COASTS'
Comfortable with extreme / hostile environments & wild animals
Experienced field medic - IMCA Diver Medic Technician; courses undertaken in 2006, 2009 & 2012
TDI & IANTD Re-breather diver (Inspiration & Evolution certified) - over ten years experience diving CCR
Experience with a range of minicams / POV cameras / Pole-cams / Tow-Cams
Use of jibs, sliders, and other grip gear - topside and underwater
Experience in pre-production; researching locations and sequences, creating shot-lists, planning logistics for shoots and dive expeditions
Adobe Premier Pro & Final Cut Pro editor. Additional experience in post-production including use of VTRs and video library management duties
Time spent in the on-line, grade and final mix
DDRC Recompression Camber Operator