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Chris Bates

Drone Operator, FPV Pilot, Camera Operator

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Bristol

London

About Me

I am a BAFTA-winning drone operator, and I've been in the drone filming game since 2013, making me a bit of an old hand in this young industry. I thrive on the challenges of working in difficult locations that require technical flying and slick camerawork. My work has taken me to all corners of the UK, and from the jungles of Panama to the frozen l... Read More

Professional Training

Course / QualificationTraining Provider / InstitutionYear
SEA SURVIVAL -Personal Survival Techniques / South West Maritime Agency / 2023
SEA SURVIVAL -Personal Survival TechniquesSouth West Maritime Agency2023
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  • Media I Work In:

    Broadcast Television

    Commercials

    Corporate Communications

    Feature Film

    Live Events

    Music Promos

    Non Broadcast

    Online Content

    Short Film

    Video on demand

    Web Creation

  • Locations I can work in:

    Work Anywhere

  • Language:

    English (Fluent)

    French (Conversational)

  • Skills/Permits:

    Driving Licence

    Drone Pilot (CAA PFAW)

    PfCO

    Sea Survival Training

    Skiing

  • Technical Skills:

    Arri Alexa Mini

    Canon 5D MKIII

    GoPro

    Hyperlapse

    Red Raven

    Sony a7S II

    Sony PXW-FS7

    Sony PXW-FX6

  • Awards:

    BAFTA - 2021. Photography (Factual)

    GCT - 2021 (Guild of Television Cameramen) Award of Excellence

    Title: The Great Mountain Sheep Gather