Mike Hodder
Director Of PhotographyDrone OpSelf Shooter
Pro
About Me
Professional Training
Course / Qualification | Training Provider / Institution | Year |
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CAA Drone Pilot A2 CofC / SUA HUB / 2021 | ||
CAA Drone Pilot A2 CofC | SUA HUB | 2021 |
RYA ICC ,coastal & Inland, power & sail / RYA / 2020 | ||
RYA ICC ,coastal & Inland, power & sail | RYA | 2020 |
CAA Drone Pilot PfCO 6922 / Uplift Drone Training / 2017 | ||
CAA Drone Pilot PfCO 6922 | Uplift Drone Training | 2017 |
PADI Underwater Videography / Red Sea Diving college / 1996 | ||
PADI Underwater Videography | Red Sea Diving college | 1996 |
I really can’t recommended Mike highly enough with embarrassing him. Mike is one of those much sought after DOPs who combines real talent and a delightful personality which means he instantly becomes your first choice on every shoot. He’s been my Camerman on many documentary shoots and also my DOP on my second feature film (The Haunted, released by Vertical Entertainment in the US). He can do high end commercials and run and gun. Working with him you’ll have an enjoyable shoot, make a lifelong friend and your footage will look beautiful. He’s a real asset. It’s my regret that I now live in Australia and don’t get to work with him any more!
Mike Hodder an exceptional DP/camera op, and brings a fantastic level of camaraderie and productivity to any project he is assigned to, all white shooting beautifully. And excellent at handling his own audio. He is very knowledgeable about equipment and passionately looks into applying new technologies to his art. And of course he’s a great, creative droner! I highly recommend Mike.
Mike Hodder is a tremendously talented Director of Photography and Drone Op. I've worked with him since 2009 and his keen eye for verité and exciting visuals has left its mark on over 150 episodes of House Hunters International, a US based series that films all over the world. Mike is a complete professional and a joy to have on set. Any production would be fortunate to have him as part of their crew.
Mike is a joy to work with. He's professional, always ready on time, happy to add his professional opinion if asked, willing to try new things and delivers every time. He's also kind, good-humoured, willing to muck-in if necessary and someone who you would always want to have on your shoot. Mike reads a shoot well, and knows when to chat with clients and when to just stay in the background. I've spent some long, difficult shoot days with Mike, and he always makes sure we finish with a smile and a job well done.
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Locations I can work in:
Work Anywhere
Language:
English (Fluent)
Skills/Permits:
Drone Pilot (CAA PFAW)
DaySkipper/Yachtmaster
Driving Licence
First Aid
Heath And Safety Training
ING Powerboat
Motor Helmsman Cert
Motorcycle
PADI Diving Licence
PfCO
Sea Survival Training
Technical Skills:
Sony PXW-FS7
Sony PXW-FX9
Self Shooting
Awards:
4 x Gold World Medals at the New York Festivals International Television & Film Awards for
9/11: Emergency Room (Channel 4) , GOLD
9/11: The Firemen's Story (Channel 4) , GOLD
9/11: The Miracle Survivor (Channel 4), GOLD
9/11: Escape from the Impact Zone (Channel 5) , GOLD
‘Young@Heart’, a Walker George/Fox Searchlight film,
2 X Golden Roses at the prestigious Rose D’or Festival.
Golden Rose ‘Best of 2007 Special Prize’
Golden Rose ‘Best Art Documentary’ LA Film Festival;
Audience Choice ‘Best International Film’
Atlanta Film Festival; Audience Choice ‘Best Feature’
Warsaw International Festival Award; Audience Award ‘Best International Feature’
Nominated for ‘VH1 Critics Choice Award’
'House Hunters International' Winner 2021 Real TV Critics Choose Awards
‘Iota’ a Simon Dennis BSC film,
Winner of 17 international awards and nominated for 2 BAFTA’s