Simon Willis
Camera operator / Self-shooter
About Me
BBC trained video journalist | self-shooting PD | Showreel at www.SunartMedia.com Strong self-shooter | Former BBC Correspondent & interviewer Confident self-shooting with contributors and presenters, delivering quality rushes or edited packages frequently from wild locations
Professional Training
| Course / Qualification | Training Provider / Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BBC VJ Training / BBC Newcastle & Glasgow / 2008 | ||
| BBC VJ Training | BBC Newcastle & Glasgow | 2008 |
| BBC Directing single camera / BBC / 1995 | ||
| BBC Directing single camera | BBC | 1995 |
Over the last ten years, Simon Willis has been a valuable member of the Adventure Show team. His work as a self-shooting producer and camera person has contributed greatly to the series.
A great strength is his ability to work independently and to take responsibility for all aspects of production including research and planning; the technical issues arising from complex filming situations; conducting in depth interviews through to the completion of the task in hand. His energy and enthusiasm has had a positive impact on the productions in which he's been involved.
Media I Work In:
Broadcast Television
Corporate Communications
Radio
Other
Locations I can work in:
Scotland
Europe
Language:
English (Fluent)
French (Conversational)
Spanish (Conversational)
Skills/Permits:
Commentary Writing
Technical Skills:
Canon 5D
Canon XF305
Final Cut Pro 7
GoPro
Final Cut Pro X
Sony PXW-FS5
Awards:
Clarion - radio doco. Travelex - travel writing