About
I have 20 years experience in music, entertainment, sport and live events for broadcasters including
BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Sky, as well as Concert Films, Live to Cinema and DVD shoots
I'm known for specialising in Remotely Controlled Cameras including Hotheads, Towercams, Wire Cams and Remote Tracking Systems
I'm always looking to learn about new systems at the cutting edge of remote camera operating
Skills
Trained and experienced in Studio and Outside Broadcasts on both broadcast video and film cameras
Vast experience of rigging and operating remote systems and in turn hold industry recognized Working at Height
and IRATA Qualifications.
Familiar with many hotheads including Newton Stabilised Head, Shotover G1, Egripment Hotshot, Pee Pod, Smarthead, Mo-Sys B20, Scorpio, VHR, Minishot, Radamec and Q-Ball. Also used to operating with console, including Force Touch or pan bar systems
Very experienced 'One Man Operator' of Towercam, Furio and tracking systems
Experience of HD and 4K cameras, including regularly using Sony HD3500 and P50 cameras. High level of knowledge of all studio and OB camera and grip equipment
Working knowledge of Canon 5D, C300, Sony F55
Experience of GoPro cameras and mounts
Optex Steadicam Training Course 2004
Member of GTC
BECTU Public Liability Insurance rated at £10 million
Full 10 year passport
Own a car and motorbike and have a clean UK driving licence
International Driving Permit holder
