With over a decade of experience specializing in natural history, I am an accomplished freelance producer-director, Director of Photography, and photographer. You can watch my showreel at https://youtu.be/ZgMLN3GXWVs and visit my website at schmidchris.com.

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With over a decade of experience specializing in natural history, I am an accomplished freelance producer-director, Director of Photography, and photographer. You can watch my showreel at https://youtu.be/ZgMLN3GXWVs and visit my website at schmidchris.com.

I have successfully managed a diverse range of film and still projects, overseeing every aspect from conception to completion. My expertise includes long lens work (CN20), beautiful composition, high-speed filming, and anticipating animal behavior. My core skills also include operating gimbal and drone cameras, as well as being a PADI certified diver with expertise in underwater filming. As a hardworking, resourceful, and well-organized professional, I possess excellent communication skills and adapt quickly to any given situation. I excel under pressure, both as a team player and working independently.

My passion and skills extend to all aspects of the production process, including on set, on location, and in post-production. I am confident in providing scripts and storylines, selecting locations and budgets, directing and producing content on location, managing post-production, and collaborating with composers to create the perfect music and original soundtrack.

Skills:
- Direct and produce first class content
- Extensive experience capturing wildlife in their natural habitats through videography and photography
- Skilled in following individuals over extended periods to identify and create key storylines
- Remarkable knowledge of proper use of photo cameras, video cameras (RED and Sony cameras) and long lenses work
- Certified UAV DGAC drone specialist with over 300 commercial hours on Heavy lift/Inspire/S900/Mavic 2 Pro
- Ronin Operator (including Ronin MX, Ronin 2, Shotover G1) mounted to various platforms: car mount, handheld, boat mount
- Underwater filming expertise with PADI certification as a diver
- Adept in Motion Control Timelapse techniques
-Proficient in utilizing 4K video camera traps
- Experienced in capturing motion and still images of wildlife at different times of day and night depending on the project requirements
- Knowledgeable in wildlife tracking methods and environmental management
- Experienced in shooting in challenging cold environments such as Norway and Svalbard

Extracted Gear List:
Cameras:
RED V-Raptor
RED Komodo X
Sony FX6
Sony a7S IIII

Lenses:
Canon 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 Cine Servo Zoom
Angenieux EZ-1
DZOFilm Vespid Primes
Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM
Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM II
Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM
Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G Sony FE 90mm Macro
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM
Sony Planar T* FE 50mm f/1.4 ZA
LAOWA 24mm f/14 Probe Cine 

Accessories:
Shotover G1
DJI Ronin 2 Camera Stabiliser
SmallHD Focus 7
Atomos Ninja V
Sachtler Flowtech Tripods
Senheiser microphone
RODE NTC 2 with blimp and boom
Zoom H5N DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Wireless Video Transmitter Edelkrone Slider
Nauticam A7SIII/A1 Housing Read Less