One of the few disabled cinematographers working at a senior level across the TV and film industry, I specialise in factual documentary and branded content as a self-shooting PD with over 20 years of experience.
I am the inventor of CAERUS, the world's first wheelchair-based camera system, developed in partnership with industry leaders including Ronford-Baker, DJI, and RED. The system has gained international recognition, with broadcast credits including BBC documentaries including "In The Driving Seat," multi cam live events such as Channel 4's Paralympic Homecoming Concert as well as TVC's and other brand pieces of content.
I am also the founder of Diverse Made Media, one of the UK's most inclusive production companies. We produce original content for brand and broadcast commissions, while also connecting productions with highly skilled crew from our specially curated roster of industry professionals spanning every underrepresented community.
RED RAPTOR X owner and commercially licensed drone operator (GVC + A2 certified - cine + FPV) (full list of production kit below)
CHRIS LYNCH CV
Shooting Producer / DirectorLondon, UK
chris@diversemade.com | www.diversemade.com | +44 (0)7881 020276
PROFILE
Award-winning Shooting Producer/Director with over 20 years of experience across broadcast documentary, commercial, and international branded content.
Operates across the full production spectrum - from lean single-operator shoots where creative, strategic, and camera responsibilities sit with one person, through to complex multi-crew productions requiring full directorial and production leadership.
This range means every project, regardless of scale, gets the same level of craft, clarity, and editorial ownership. BBC credits include presenting and co-producing documentaries for BBC iPlayer and network broadcast.
Commercial clients include Allianz, The International Paralympic Committee, BUPA, UCL, and Levi's. Creator and operator of CAERUS, the world's first wheelchair-based professional camera system (patent pending), which delivers fluid, dynamic cinematography previously impossible in traditional production - adding genuine cinematic value to any project it touches.
Featured on BBC News and presented at IBC Amsterdam, BSC Expo, and Advertising Week Europe.
SELECTED CREDITS
BROADCAST DOCUMENTARY
In The Driving Seat | Presenter & Co-Producer | BBC / BBC iPlayer 2025
BBC documentary commission. Shot across multiple international locations.
CAERUS camera system deployed to achieve signature cinematic sequences.
Full editorial responsibility from development through to delivery.
The Disability Paradox | Presenter & Co-Producer | BBC / BBC iPlayer 2022
Network documentary commission. Co-produced and presented.
Full editorial responsibility from development through to delivery.
COMMERCIAL & BRANDED CONTENT
Move Now - Training Series | Director | Allianz x International Paralympic Committee 2024
Multi-part series directed for a global brand and international sports body.
Contributors, athletes, and coaches across multiple locations. High production values delivered within strict brand guidelines.
Euro Para Youth Games (EPYG) | Director / Camera Operator | International Shoot, Istanbul Summer 2025
9-day international shoot directing short-form and social-first content.
Led an international crew across intensive daily schedules, delivering a full suite of content optimised for multiple platforms.
Live Event | CAERUS / Camera Operator | Channel 4 Paralympic Homecoming Concert 2024
Brand Campaign | Director / Camera Operator | BUPA 2022
Corporate Production | Director / Camera Operator | UCL 2023
Additional commercial and corporate credits for BBC, Channel 4, ITV, Warner Brothers, and Levi's.
PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE
Founder & Head of Inclusive Production - Diverse Made Media, London 2022 - Present
Founded and operates a London-based production company delivering original broadcast commissions and brand content.
Leads projects from development through to camera and post, with credits at BBC, Channel 4, Sky Studios, and Warner Brothers. Operates
CAERUS as a commercial camera system for hire and production.
CEO & Shooting Producer/Director - One in Five Belfast 2020 - 2022
Production company with broadcast and commercial output. Co-produced
BBC network documentaries. Oversaw all camera and directorial work across the slate.
Director / Camera Operator - Brand Enable Belfast - 2017 - 2020
Commercial and branded content production across advertising and corporate sectors.
Full camera operation and direction on all projects.
Director / Camera Operator - DigitalLife / TALTUS Media Belfast - 2007 - 2016
Near-decade running a Belfast production company delivering advertising, documentary, and digital content.
Built a strong reputation for high-quality camera work across a range of formats and genres.
TECHNICAL & PRODUCTION SKILLS
Camera Systems: CAERUS (inventor/operator), RED, Sony FX/FS series, ARRI, DJI cinema drones (licensed), gimbal and handheld rigs
Production: Development, greenlight to delivery, multi-camera directing, contributor direction, location management, budgeting and scheduling
Formats: Broadcast documentary, branded content, commercial advertising, corporate film, sports and live events coverage
Other: Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, commercial drone pilot (licensed), CIM Level 6 Digital Strategy, freelance lecturer (LMA University, DFTV), Enhanced DBS checked, Emergency First Aid (British Red Cross)
Own kit: Range of production kit including CAERUS wheelchair camera system, RED Raptor X, Sony A7Siii + G Master 16-35mm, Ronin 2 Professional Combo Kit, Ronin RS4 Pro Combo, Proaim blackarm, Nisi Athena primes, Aperture and Amaran LED and Storm lighting and soft boxes, Professional audio including Rode NTG3, DJI Mic 1+2, Zoom F3, Rodecaster Pro, x2 Shure SMB7, Blackmagic Pocket 6K, LiveU Solo HDMI, DJI Action 5 Pro, DJI Action 5, DJI Osmo Pocket 3, DJI Inspire 2 Drone with Pro-Res and CinemaDNG Raw licenses, DJI Avata 2 Drone, Cinelog3 FPV Drone, Pico Pavo Pro 04 FPV Drone, Apple Silicon M5 Editing Suite, colour accurate monitor, audio monitoring via HD25 Sennheiser or Adam F7 monitors. Full range of grip kit and mounts.
PROFESSIONAL ACCOLADES
CAERUS featured on BBC News - World's first wheelchair-based professional camera systemInternational Speaker: IBC Amsterdam, BSC Expo, Advertising Week Europe, BBC Rethink Festival, Harkin Summit IrelandMember: ACO (Association of Camera Operators), Professional Counsel - Diversity Standards Collective, The TV Access Project
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