Filmmaker, photographer, model and presenter from Scotland, based in Mexico. Specialising in documentary and shorts. Nine years of professional photography, video, and radio production experience. Expert interviewer, passionately curious about others, with over 1200 hours of experience working with contributors from Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, South Korea, Japan, China, Tibet, Taiwan, Vietnam, Philippians, India, Pakistan, Jordan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Yemen, Bahrain, Syria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Turkey, Russia, USA, UK, and Canada. Former tour guide in Scotland, Japan, and Europe. Focused on creating compelling content and sharing the authentic stories of people all over the world.
Trained in DSLR, Lumix GH5, Sony A7SII, and FS7. Experience working on location, as well as scripted, doc, O.B, studio, and live productions. Knowledge of release forms, location scouting, travel, permits, call sheets, and invoicing. Casting experience; working with vulnerable contributors, talent, children, and animals. Full clean driving license and PVG checked. English (native), British Sign Language (conversational), Spanish (B2), Japanese (basic), Arabic (basic). Promotes equal opportunities and Deaf awareness. Able and willing to travel/relocate.
Unique traits: Pecas / Freckles
Weekend Rituals
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Series
by Kayleigh Innes Media
Director "weekend rituals" is a series of shorts about everyday tasks performed with mindfulness and purpose, paying attention to the sights, sounds, sensations, smells, and textures. making ordinary experiences feel extraordinary.
Ana
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Video
by Kayleigh Innes Media
Director Model film
CBP Snow Roads
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Series
by Northport Studio
Camera Assistant A series of travel films to promote tourism in the Cairngorm Snow Roads region. Involved filming on location and working with a variety of contributors, researching contributors and locations, and assisting with camera and sound, interviewing, as well as assistant producer tasks.
Moray Skills Pathway
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Internet
by Northport Studio
Shooting AP An education film for DYW Moray which highlights the different routes children can take on the path from school into the world of work. Filming interviews and contextual footage on location, working with children and animals in rural locations.
More in Moray
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Internet
by Northport Studio
Shooting AP Working with school children and Scottish businesses to produce a series of educational short films about career options for young people in Moray. Location shooting, involving interviews and fly on the wall. Involved working with children and vulnerable contributors
Moray Game Jam
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Internet
by ScreenHI
Shooting DP A promotional film of a 3-day event in which teams of participants create a videogame or board game within 48 hours. Involved interviewing participants, and working with members of the public, handing release forms, and conducting the shoot as a one-person team
CHOOSE MORE, CHOOSE MORAY
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Industrial
by Northport Studio
Camera Assistant A series of promotional films showcasing the range of subjects and options available at the Moray College to encourage students to enrol in the University of the Highlands and Islands.
Who works here
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Voice-over
by Northport Studio
Voiceover Artist Three animated films created to educate early years (3-5 y/o) children about the various jobs and careers available, as well as the tools and skills necessary for each role.
Gordon & MacPhail Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Commercial
by Tom Duncan Film
Camera Assistant A set of films to promote the launch of two “twin” whiskeys. I worked as a runner and camera assistant on for these shoots, filming in distilleries and on location in Edinburgh.
Villages of the Year
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Television
by Reef Television for Channel 4
Production Assistant Competition for villages of Britain to compete for the title of Village of The Year, showcasing their local businesses, beauty, and talent. Involved handling release forms, and prepping and interviewing contributors at a large live music event.
Jack Wills Wool Week
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Commercial
by Tom Duncan Film
Researcher/Runner A film for online and instore content to promote the brand's involvement in British Wool Week. Role involved developing ideas and storyboards. Gained experience in handling live animals on location, gaining permits, warrants, and adhering to appropriate animal welfare laws.
Vic Galloway
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Radio
by BBC Music Introducing
Camera Operator A filmed recording of The Vic Galloway show for BBC Radio Scotland online content. Live music performances and interviews from the XpoNorth event in Inverness. Filmed as 'live'.
XpoNorth Live!
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Internet
by ScreenHI
Casting Researcher Online TV station recorded at the XpoNorth event in Inverness. Guest interviewed by presenter Siobhan Synnot. Filmed as 'live'. Project involved casting, working with talent, researching and writing interview questions, prepping contributors, and handling release forms in a 'live' studio environment.
Mr Wills
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Commercial
by Tom Duncan Film
Production Assistant A digital campaign film for Jack Wills’ Mr Wills collection. I worked as a runner and researcher on this project, from pre-production, to props and set design, through to the final shoot.
Copper Dog - Copper Cup
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Industrial
by Tom Duncan Film
Camera Assistant A series of instructional videos about various mixes that can be made with Copper Dog Whisky. I worked as a runner and 2nd camera for this shoot.
Obubu
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Documentary
by Kayleigh Innes Media
Director A short taster of a documentary about a green tea farm situated in Japan's Uji region, shot during the summer of 2015. Untranslated version.
碾茶
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Film (short)
by Kayleigh Innes Media
Director Inside a green tea factory in Wazuka-cho, the famous Uji region of Japan.
University of Stirling
(2012-2016)