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Freelance assistant with over 10 years experience in fashion, life style, advertising, cars, still life, people, animals. Among all the photographers I have assisted Jay Myrdal and Bay Hippisley is the one who influenced me the most. I am very skilled with all camera formats from 10x8 to 35mm, including digital capture (Phase One, Leaf, Nikon and Canon). Lighting includes Broncolor, HMI, Tungsten, Strobe, Elinchrom, Profoto. Excellent IT skills: Photoshop, Word, Lightroom, Capture One, Mac and PC.

Hello there.

I am Ryan Mero, a freelance photography assistant based in Brighton.

Studying computer animation and SFX at University, I learned a lot about shot composition, photography, lighting and video.

Currently I have spent a lot of time in a Brighton Studio learning about the technical side of photography, from setting up lighting and backdrops to capturing. I have also worked with a number of Brighton based photographers on studio and location shoots.

I have experience with the Canon 5D range and have also used medium format cameras. I have experience with Profoto, Elinchrom and Arri lighting. I frequently use CaptureOne when processing and capturing images.

I am also a nice guy and am very easy to get on with. I hope that you will keep me in mind if you find yourself in need of an assistant.

For more information, please check out my website.

Regards,

Ryan

I am a recent Photography BA(Hons) graduate from the University of Westminster with first class honours and I am looking for assisting opportunities.
I have recently started to assist photographers such as Julia Fullerton-Batten, Duncan Elliott, Frank Herholdt, Matthew Shave.
I am familiar with both studio sets and on-location shooting, using ambient and/or 20 lights on set. I have been working mainly with Profoto gears. I use Capture1, Lightroom, Photoshop. I have also been using 35mm analogue and digital, medium format and 4x5 cameras.
My photography work has already been recognised as a result of competitions, exhibitions, and awards.

Hello! I’m Pim.

I am a gaffer/light technician and digital operator. I have over 8 years of on-set experience working on still and film productions. I love being on set and contributing to productions from start to finish. 

I see myself as creative, yet I am also a pragmatist with a wide range of organisation and technical skills across camera, light, and software systems.
 
I would love to meet you and see how we can help each other! 

London based Assistant & Digi-Tech & Lighting Assist who is also confident shooting Video.

I've been working as a freelance Assistant & Digi tech for 5 years and have been fortunate enough to have worked on a variety of shoots including Advertising, Editorial, Still Life, Corporate, Commercial, Lifestyle all across the UK and Abroad.

Happiest when Busy.


EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE -

Camera's - Nikon, Canon, Sony, Phase One, Hasselblad, Mamiya, Pentax
Lighting - Profoto, Elinchrom, Broncolor, Arri, Bowens, KinoFlo, Briese, Skypanels
Software - Adobe application proficiency, Capture One Pro, Chronosync, Photo Mechanic, Phocus, Final Cut Pro X

KIT -
Assistants bag - Leatherman, Gaffer Tape, Bungee cords, Grip Gloves, Pens, Diffusers, Clips, Lots of cables you may not have.

CAMERA KIT -
Canon R5 / EF 24-70 42.8 / EF 70-200 f4 / EF 85mm 1.4 / EF 35mm F2 / BMPCC 6K Pro.
Macbook Pro (16gb Ram & 1TB SSD), DJI Phantom 4 Pro (CAA Licensed Pilot), x2 Bowens XMT500 Location Lights.


PHOTOGRAPHERS WORKED WITH -

Philip Lee Harvey, Kelvin Murray, Tom Oldham, Richard Wadey, Jason Alden, Jack terry, Michael Leckie, Charlie Clift, Rich Maciver, Mark Harrison, Josh Exell, Julia Fullerton-Batten, Catharina Pavitschitz, Rupert Peace, Nick David, Richard Moran, Ed Cooke, Blackkksocks, Jack Bridgeland, Richard Seymour, James Cannon, Jonathan Knowles, Patrick Harrison, Ben Duffy, Philip Haynes, Nick Dolding, Matt Davis, Ben Gold, Michael Heffernan, Stephen Ambrose, Seb Winter.


MORE INFO -
- Clean UK Driving License
- UK Passport
- CAA Licensed Drone Pilot
- First aid trained


CONTACT -
www.benlarge.co.uk
07703833164
benlarge28@gmail.com
@benlarge

Chris has a lot of experiance in: digital, still life, food, people, above/below the line advertising, corporate annual reports, locations near & far, editorial, room sets, cars, tv production stills, a bit of fashion, a bit of beauty, reportage, and even weddings!!!

Equipment? All the usual suspects from 35mm to 10x8. Digital SLRS, Leaf , Sinar, Imacon, Mac.

Lighting: Most flash packs, Tungsten, HMI’s & 32 5K Strobe packs all synced toghether then putting out the fire afterwards!

Hello, my name is Owen Peters, I’ve been an Event/Freelance Photographer based in Manchester for the past 3 years; collaborating primarily as an Event Photographer with DE Photography covering a variety of events across the country from the British Gymnastics Championships to the European Taekwondo Finals.

My work was then noticed by both Paul Cooper and Little Mark Holland and I was invited to support them as an assistant photographer, working with clients such as Manchester United, Liverpool FC, Aston Villa, Fanatics and Joanie.

Alongside working as an assistant photographer I have continued to grow my personal freelance business and have had the pleasure of working closely with the Blossoms, The AA and Off the Radar clothing.

I would like to invite you to look at my online portfolio which is linked in my profile, and if you feel we may be a good fit to work together, please don’t hesitate to contact me on: 07443226091.

Owen Peters

Tom is a freelance camera operator, photographer and assistant based in Nottingham. He has worked on a variety of shoots, fashion to food to automotive, both on location, worldwide. And, in the studio. Has good knowledge of all formats from 10x8 to medium format digi and all lighting from Strobe Equipment to HMI. Good on a Mac with retouch and of-course, highly proficient with a kettle and cafetiere.

His personal work has been regularly featured in the AOP Open Awards, SUN Awards, AOP Assistants Awards, BJP Portrait of Britain, BJP Portrait of Humanity and Portrait Salon competitions.

He possess a full, clean driving licence, full no clams insurance and vast experience driving commercial vehicles.

Kit available to hire
Hasselblad H5d, 28mm, 80mm, 120mm.
Mamaya RZ pro ii, 50mm, 65mm, 75mm Shift, 110mm, 180mm, 360mm, digi plate,
Sony FS7
Xeen Cine Prime Kit PL Mount 14mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, 85mm

A hard working, reliable and dedicated member of any team.

Hello!

I am Dominique, I am a Photographer and Assisting Photographer, ready to work. I am from Buenos Aires, Argentina, I currently live in Midhurst, West Sussex, UK, but I'm able to move around London or where it is needed nearby. I have a car and a Full UK Driving license.
I have many years of experience assisting important photographers and leading photoshoots.
I am a student at MA Documentary Photography, with University of South Wales.

Hi, I'm Tristan and been working as an freelance digital and lighting tech for over 10 years. Just let me know where and when and I am ready to go!

Please visit my blog for jobs I have worked on in the past
http://www.tristantheassistant.com


I am an experienced digital tech with my own digi equipment to cater for Capture One Pro / Phocus, Hasselblad, Phase One, Sony, Canon, Nikon, Leaf, Lightroom, Photomechaic, Helicon Focus, comp and retouch on location or in studio with Photoshop. With wireless transmittion of tethered capture and live streaming of onset cameras to on and off site clients allowing them to remotley monitor to comply with any covid AOP / APA guidelines.

I can source various lighting equipment locally in the UK and Ireland and create lighting plans to references with Profoto, Elinchrom, Breise Flash/Tungsten, Broncolor, HMI, Bowens, Strobe Fish Fry etc in studio or on location using 10/8Kw generators and 32A/16A to 13amp distribution. And more and more these days with continuous lighting such as Sky Panels, HMI, Profoto and LED to accomdate video on stills sets.


Phase One Certified Technician
Profoto Certified Professional
Photographic Techinican Member of BECTU

Becky Sherwin is a both a photographer and assistant, specialising in fashion, and portraiture, but with industry experience in all genres of photography. Clients include; JW Anderson, Soap and Glory, Liz Earle, N07, Nespresso, and Starbucks.

ABOUT ME

I am a friendly, confident and hard working photography assistant, digital operator as well as camera assistant for film. I have recently completed a BA (Hons) Photography and Moving Image from the University of East London, and since graduating in 2014 I’ve been working within the commercial film and photography industry.


EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

I consider myself to be proficient across all DSLR systems, medium format cameras such as Hasselblad, Mamiya, Phase One and I also have experience using 5x4. Additionally I have worked with various moving image cameras some of which include Red Weapon, Red One and the Arri Alexa.

My lighting knowledge includes using both flash (Profoto, Bowens, Broncolor, Elincrom) and continuous lighting (HMI,Tungsten, Arri, KinoFlo and LED's).

In regards to digital operating, I’m proficient with Mac & PC platforms with advance knowledge of Photoshop that includes producing quick comps on set and image capture software including Capture One Pro, Lightroom and Phocus.

PHOTOGRAPHERS AND CINEMATOGRAPHERS WORKED WITH

Sue Atkinson, Rob Lawson, Richard Seymour, Adrian Houston, Guy Farrow, Elise Dumontet, Gunnar Tufta, Marco Mori, Andrzej Dragan,Samuel J. Butt, Clare Hewitt, Nick Dolding, Alan Powdrill, Stuart Graham, Kai Bastard, Franck Sauvaire, Tom Oldham

CLIENTS WORKED WITH

Vauxhall, Sainsbury, Boots, Superdrug, Gilette, John Lewis, Victor and Rolf, Alice Temperly, Jamie Oliver, Virgin Games, Design Museum, Team Sky, JD Sports, Vodafone, McDonald's, Patax, Godiva, Top Shop, Betstar, Paddy Power, Wonderland, Oh Comely, the Guardian, Mojo Magazine, Timberwolf, Greenwich Peninsula, James Blake and many more.

EDUCATION

BA (HONS) Moving Image and Photography – University of East London
HNC Graphic Design – Oxford Cherwell College


AWARDS, EXHIBITIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

FASHION FILM AWARDS/NICK KNIGHT SHOWROOM – Project Pleaides included on the online platform
GUP MAGAZINE (International Photography Magazine) - Project ‘Fat’ published online in portfolio section.
PORTRAIT SALON 2015 – Group Exhibition at Tea Gallery, London, November 2015
PHOTOGRAPHY CENTRE, KULDIGA – Group exhibition featuring participants of Summer School, August 2015
YET MAGAZINE- Project ‘Brief encounters’ included in online publication
ISSP LATVIA – Awarded with a place on international Summer School of Photography in Latvia/workshop with Alexander Gronsky, 2015
PORTRAIT SALON 2016 – Group Exhibition and Publication
Art Council Residency - The Coalhouse Project - June 2018
London Creative Network Participant - Four Corners 2017-18

TEACHING
Associate Lecturer at London Metropolitan University
Guest lecturer at the University of East London

Experienced filmmaker, many commissions as a solo shooter and can assist as an AC too. Aspiring Gaffer / Lighting Technician. I have experience using small to large format camera systems e.g. Sony Mirrorless, Canon Cinema and Arri.

Experienced in most Flash formats e.g. Profoto & Elinchrome. Many hours, hands on experience using LED, HMI and fluorescent fixtures. I can light to spec in the studio or on location.

Proficient using most 35mm digital camera systems e.g. Sony, Canon, Nikon, Leaf and Hasselblad.

Photographic interests are Portrait, Lifestyle, e-commerce and still life.

Own car with clean driving license with no points. Adept at driving a 3.5t van.
Based in Cornwall.

I am a proficient Digital Operator, Retoucher and Assistant with more than ten years experience within the photography industry.

The first few years I focused on improving my assisting and digital operating skills. I then worked at Darkroom Digital as a full time Retoucher for five years, and for the last two and a half years have been getting back on set.

Whilst I enjoyed retouching full time, I missed the variation of being on set, so returned to being freelance.

At present I am regularly assisting still life, food and drinks, lifestyle, fashion and advertising Photographers in studios and on location in the UK, Europe and the U.S.

I am experienced with all of the main lighting systems, in particular, Profoto, Broncolor, HMI’s and Kinoflo.

If required, I have a full laptop tethering and retouching set up that I can bring with me. I am also able to create tailor made workflows as well as use any existing set ups. I also have a full clean driving license and a surprisingly spacious Honda Jazz!

I really enjoy the diversity of being on set and would love to have a chat with you to discuss any possible future projects that I might be able to assist you with.



Some of the shoots I’ve worked on:
Deliveroo, KFC, Peroni, easyJet, Samsung, Just Eat, Waitrose, Gravetye Manor, Wiggle, John Lewis, Monica Vinader, Marie Claire, Boodles, Boden, Norwegian Airlines, Harrods, Bang & Olufsen, Shell, KXU Gym


Some of the Photographers I’ve worked with:
Patricia Niven, Louise Hagger, Nassima Rothacker, Richard Puller, Beate Sonnenberg, James Cannon, Holly Pickering, Dean Chalkley, Katie Hammond, Bernd Ott, Daniel Swallow, James Kar, Mark Read, Sarah Hogan, Zoe Lonergan, Phil Sills

Hi, I’m Valerio. I have been working in the photography industry since 2015. Before moving on to assisting, I taught post-production at a photography school in London.
I began as a studio assistant and then I moved on to second/first assistant as well as Digi-Tech and retoucher. Originally from Italy, I’m now based in south London.

I have spent most of my assisting time on location, around Europe and the Middle East. This has given me a deep understanding on how to travel with photographic equipment and how to quickly tackle challenging weather conditions when the team needs to be most efficient. I have experience shooting in extreme cold / hot environments and also as a second shooter.

I’m highly proficient in post-production and colour management. I’m accustomed to working fast under tight deadlines and to delivering files for either digital or print use.

On top of capturing stills, I'm confident shooting video too.

Here’s an overview of my skills and equipment I have worked with:

- Camera systems: Canon, Sony, Nikon, Leica.

- Lighting: Aputure, Profoto, Elinchrom, Arri, Dedo.

- Software: Capture One, Lightroom, Photoshop, Camera RAW, Bridge, Da Vinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, VR and 360° stills.

- Languages: mother tongue Italian, fluent English, basic French

Equipment available to hire:

- 15-inch MacBook Pro (includes Capture One Pro, Photoshop, Bridge, Lightroom, Da Vinci)
- 27-inch Benq Monitor
- Datacolor Spyder 5 Pro
- Wacom Intuos Pro Small
- Sony A7 IV + lenses
- Leica M240 + lenses
- Blue hand painted background
- Manfrotto 190 Tripod + 410 Micro-metric geared head
- F&V K4000 SE Daylight LED Panel
- 500W flashes with a wide range of light shapers

Travel:

I hold an Italian passport, a UK driving license and I have my own car.
I’m happy to travel/drive anywhere if required.

Bonus:

I play guitar and I’m a very good cook!


Please, get in touch to chat about your specific needs.
References can be provided on request.

London based and working as a freelance and assistant for 10 years, have a BA and MA in photography from Newport South Wales. Proficient in: Capture One, Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro.
Have experience as: Runner, Assistant, Digital Operator, Photographer, Videographer, Editor.
Have experience with: Elinchrom, Profoto, Video Lights, Canon, Insta360.

Phase One Certified Professional.
Awards: Magnum IdeasTap Professional Practice 2014

I was in the AOP mentorship scheme and was mentored by Phillip Lee Harvey.

I drive so am able to cover any location or area at any time.

Personal work includes a long-term project on motorsport subcultures which is a work in progress.

Clients include:

Pimlico Plumbers
Linklaters LLP
Pemberton Greenish LLP
Toucari Live
CityStasher
Rocco Buonvino Productions
Firefly Entertainment Ltd
Lumi Entertainment Ltd
Wildlife Heritage Foundation
Owen Harvy Photography
Loki.TV

I’ve been lucky enough to have travled extensively as an assistant and have just returned from South Africa where I was working on a Getty shoot with Rob Daly and Chris Newton. I used to work profesionaly with race horses and rode in races over jumps

Based in Woolwich, Greenwich, I am a professional photographer working closely with large and small businesses in London and further afield. I am here to help if you are planning a photo shoot – whether large or small - to promote your brand, service or product. It could be for the purpose of advertising, a catalogue or maybe for your company website.

I am always at hand dedicated to fulfil any brief you may have, whether it is lifestyle, advertising or corporate events photography.
Over the years I have developed a problem-solving approach, a very keen eye, and an excellent understanding of composition. This, coupled with an in-depth knowledge of post production, and the following process of design and artwork, ensures that I can exceed any expectations. I also always pride myself in delivering a finished product on schedule and on budget.

One of my big passions is my love of travel, and to share my experiences through my images. This does not only take me around the world – with many great new images as a result - but it is also a continuing source of inspiration which influences and feeds my enthusiasm for photography.


Post Production:

With many years experience of high-end retouching I am able to take control of the post production of my images if this is required. The advantage of this is that my style and quality control can be consistent throughout the whole process and I can deliver a truly finished product. Some examples of previous post production projects can be seen at my DigiSurgeon website.

Andy studied Fine Art Photography at university before establishing himself in the commercial sector where he has built up his own client base.

Working with both natural light or complex lighting arrangements Andy loves the challenge of producing the dramatic.

Clients include Chelsea FC, Virgin Active, Alcatel-Lucent, BMW (UK), DeBeers & Technogym.

I am a freelance photographer based in Essex with a studio in Colchester specialising in portraiture and headshots on location and in the studio.

I have worked for BDW, Barber Jackson, Higgins and Eat Natural in recent times. While working as second photographer and first assistant to Chris Reeve photographer, further clients have included Mitre, NCR, Trinity, Christ's and St. Mary's University, Anglia Ruskin University, Bourgee, Barber Jackson, Higgins to name but a few. This work has been wide ranging from food, products, architecture and events but also co-ordinating models on location internationally, stills and video work.

My personal projects have been of an environmental, historical and social context. I have exhibited in the Essex area over the years and also Truman Brewery, Brick Lane London.

My experience and skills have made me an eloquent communicator, accustomed to problem solving and working flexibly and an overall good team player.

Worked full time for advertising photographer Jonathan Oakes in Manchester before moving to London.
Now based in Highgate. I Have worked on shoots for magazines including Marie Clair, In Style, Harpers and Queen, Q , and the Times magazine.

Before photography I worked with explosives across the world, so I'm very good at keeping calm.

Freelance lighting assistant and Digi-op based in Manchester. 

Experienced operating and troubling-shooting all the usual still and video lighting equipment.

Digi equipment available for hire: Laptop, calibrated monitor, Seaport case, hyperjuice battery kit.

Full, clean driving licence. Colorama compatible estate car.

Bright orange Peli case full of the stuff you might have forgotten.

Tall and skinny so can reach things and get in awkward places. 

Also Australian.

FREELANCE CREATIVE RETOUCHER - LONDON

COMPUTER SKILLS - MAC USER, PHOTOSHOP, CAPTURE ONE, LIGHTROOM, BRIDGE, PHOCUS, ILLUSTRATOR (BASIC), INDESIGN (BASIC), FINAL CUT PRO (BASIC)


CLIENTS

PUBLICATIONS
BRITISH VOGUE, ELLE, GLAMOUR GERMANY, GQ, INSTYLE, LONDON EVENING STANDARD, MARIE CLAIRE, METRO, REPLICA MAGAZINE, REVUE, SUNDAY LIFE, THE TIMES NEWSPAPER, VOGUE ONLINE, WALL STREET JOURNAL, VANITY FAIR ITALY

CELEBRITIES
ELLIE GOULDING, DAISY RIDLY, KIERNAN SHIPKA, LUI WEN, PHARRELL WILLIAMS, QUINCY JONES, TRACEE ELLISS ROSS,

FASHION & BEAUTY
BIKKEMBERG, CHANEL, CRESTBRIDGE, FERRAGAMO, HOUSE OF HOLLAND, NET-A-PORTER, SANDRO, PAM WEINSTOCK, SUPERDRY, TOMMY HILFIGER

COSMETICS & PRODUCTS
BOOTS, BOOTS OPTICIANS, CHANEL, NO7, SIMPLE, UNILEVER, WILKOS

FOOD & DRINK
BLACK & WHITE WHISKY, DIAGEO, JOHNNIE WALKER WHISKY, MONTE ROSSO, SAINSBURYS, TESCO

HOME & LIFESTYLE
ARGOS, ASDA, DREAMS, DUNELM, HASBRO, CHICKEN SHED, HABITAT, HOMEBASE,
HOWDEN, JYSK, KINGFISHER, LITTLE GREEN SHEEP, SAINSBURYS, SNUZ, TESCO
WILKOS

HOLLYWOOD MOVIES
THE RHYTHM SECTION (2019)
STAR WARS EPISODE VII (2015)

BIPP MIDLANDS PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2015
HASSELBLAD MASTERS FINALIST 2016

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My name is Jerri Nagel, and I am from Cape Town, South Africa where I grew up and started my passion for photography.
I studied at ORMS Cape Town School of Photography, where I was taught extensively on every aspect of the photography medium. Since my graduation I have been assisting photographers, as well as building my own portfolio.

I have a massive passion for fashion and beauty photography, but always willing to gain knowledge on different types of photography. I am a very hardworking person, who stays dedicated to producing the best work possible with every job. I firmly believe you are only as good as your previous job, so you always need to strive for pushing yourself more.
I have participated in a few exhibitions at ORMS, as well as collaborated with designers and brands. I have knowledge on both studio, studio lighting and location based shoots, and can assist on both.

I would love the opportunity to assist you in your jobs, and help make it easier as well as learning from you.
My CV is on hand if you would like to request it.

Freelance Assistant and Retoucher.

Based in London and Cambridge.
Seven years experience working as an assistant.

I have experience of a wide variety of shoots:

Commercial and Corporate portraits, Advertising, Still life and Product photography, Food, Architectural and Editorial and Music photography.

Comfortable working in studio or on location.

Camera And Lighting Equipment:
Hasselblad digital cameras, H2D,H3D,H5D
Mamyia 645 with digital backs.
Canon 5d Mark 2 (stills and moving image).
Canon 1Ds.
Nikon D3, D2x, D700.
Some experience using Mamiya RZ67.
Sony Z7 video camera

Bowens Lighting equipment.
Broncolor Lighting Equipment
Elinchrom Lighting equipment.
Canon and Nikon Speed lights.

Software:
Hasselblad Phocus and Flex Colour.
Photoshop.
Canon DPP.
Able to work on both Mac and PC systems.

I am an experienced retoucher with extensive knowledge of photoshop.

BA(Hons) Graphic Design, Nottingham Trent University.

UK Passport and Full, clean, UK driving license and car.

Assistant of quality.