Versatile and technically skilled Camera Operator and AV Technician with experience across documentary, film, and live broadcast productions. Proven ability to support dynamic camera work, lighting setups, media wrangling, and AV system operations in both studio and on-location settings. Adaptable, detail-focused, and comfortable working under pressure with diverse crews.
Key Skills
� Camera Operation
- Proficient with Canon C300, Canon C500, Sony FX3, A7S II, A7 III
- Confident handling both prime and zoom lenses
- Experienced with gimbals and sliders for cinematic motion shots
� Lighting Expertise
- Aputure LS 60X, LS 600x Pro, Light Dome
- Amaran Matt Light, Dedo Lights
- Astera Titan Tubes, Nanlite Forza 300B II, Forza 720B
� DIT & Media Management
- On-set DIT for Route 66 (Al Jazeera)
- Media transfers via FileZilla and Media Shuttle
- Organized, backed up, and managed multi-cam footage on location
� AV & Live Events
- Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Advanced Panel 20: live switching/mixing
- ROE Visual LED screen setup and operation
- Martin Audio speaker systems & Behringer X32 Compact
Selected Experience
Freelance Camera Operator / AV Technician
Various Productions – including Al Jazeera, Cable Sound Studio, Noon Films
Jan 2022 – Present
- Supported multiple documentary shoots for Al Jazeera, including the 360 series on AJA YouTube
- Served as DIT for Route 66, handling secure data wrangling and media management
- Operated cameras and provided lighting for interviews, B-roll, and live-to-tape segments
- AV Technician for Human Appeal UK Tour 2025: live mixing, screen operation, and audio systems
- Assisted with multi-cam live events and studio production at Cable Sound Studio
Camera Assistant – Second Class Citizen (Documentary)
Al Jazeera / Noon Films – France, Netherlands, Sweden | 2023
- Assisted with camera setups and lens changes in multi-country shoots
- Supported DP with handheld and gimbal work during on-the-go filming
- Maintained equipment and ensured data safety throughout the shoot
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