Cinematographer, DoP and livestream operator
Based in Leeds, working across the UK and abroad. I own my kit: Sony FX6 and FX3, PTZ multicam and a DJI drone.
Nearly 30 years behind the camera
I'm a freelance cinematographer and director of photography. I shoot commercials, branded content, corporate films, TV and live events, for agencies, production companies, broadcasters including the BBC, and direct clients.
Some jobs need a camera operator for a day. Others need me to light it, shoot it, cut it and deliver it. Either way, I fit in with how your team already works and I get it right first time
Anyone can shoot. Not everyone can light.
Most organisations can make video in-house now, and phones are good enough for a lot of it. I don't pretend otherwise.
What a phone and a keen marketing assistant can't do is light an interview so it looks like television, spot the better shot before the moment's gone, or keep a shoot on schedule when the location isn't what anyone expected. That's what I bring, and it's why clients keep coming back.
Live & Multicam Production
I now run my own multicam and livestream setup: PTZ cameras and an ATEM switcher. It packs small, sets up quickly and scales up when the job needs it. It suits conferences, live events and multi-camera recordings.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Steve for over 10 years, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. He’s reliable, hard-working and consistently delivers images that exceed expectations even in the most challenging locations.”
Paul Sprinz | Director | Stripe Media
Steve and Paul
My own kit, ready to go
Sony FX6 and FX3 with G Master lenses
DJI Mini 4 Pro drone.
PTZ multicam kit with an ATEM switcher for livestreams
Lighting and sound
Everything is in the quote, with no hidden costs.
Shoot and edit, one person
I've cut in Adobe Premiere Pro for over 20 years, and I started out as a lighting cameraman. So I shoot knowing how it'll be edited, and I edit knowing how it was shot.
I keep up with formats and delivery specs, so files arrive in the shape your broadcaster, platform or post house needs. For live and hybrid jobs, the same applies to the stream.
“Steve has shot everything from TV commercials, high-end corporate video, events and promotional films for Digifish and always more than delivered the goods. Steve is incredibly talented and knowledgeable about all aspects of production; he just has that special quality of being able to make everything look beautiful. With Steve on set you know you are in safe hands. Steve is not just a great camera operator, he is also amazing with lighting and has created some stunning lighting set ups for our productions”
Paul Banks | Creative Director | Digifish
My work
Cinematography Reel 2025
Drone Reel 2025
Where I work
Based near Leeds, West Yorkshire, with easy access to all major cities in the North of England.
I work throughout the UK and have extensive experience travelling and working throughout Europe and worldwide.
Volvo XC70 Estate with negotiable travel rates.
15 minutes from Leeds Bradford Airport. 80 minutes from Manchester Airport.
“Steve is reliable, technically adept and very adaptable. I’ve worked with him extensively now since 2013 both here in the UK and in Europe and I can’t think of any occasion when even the most challenging circumstances have fazed him. His ability to spot the opportunity for a better shot is also valuable and invariably improves the finished piece. He’s had a very positive impact on our video output over recent years with many of my clients acknowledging the added value he brings.”
Dominic Adams | MD | Network Design & Marketing
Steve (left) and Dominic during drone filming at a golf course
Insured and properly set up
You're bringing me onto your production, so here's the paperwork you'd expect:
Public liability insurance: £5 million
Employer's liability insurance: £10 million
CAA-registered drone pilot, plus drone insurance with £1 million public liability
QA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF)
Kit PAT tested in-house
Vehicle insured for business use as a camera operator, with top-level breakdown cover
Got a project coming up?
Tell me what you're planning and when, and I'll come back to you with availability and a quote.