Dan Abbott
Underwater Camera OP / HSE Media Diver
About Me
An experienced underwater, topside and aerial cameraman, and also self editor. Versatile in any environment and passionate about conservation. Experience with marine life has led to a good understanding of wildlife behaviour, which is essential for creating more natural cinematic sequences. Regularly delivers talks on shark behaviour and underwater... Read More
An experienced underwater, topside and aerial cameraman, and also self editor. Versatile in any environment and passionate about conservation. Experience with marine life has led to a good understanding of wildlife behaviour, which is essential for creating more natural cinematic sequences. Regularly delivers talks on shark behaviour and underwater film making in schools, colleges and universities across the UK. Friendly, able to work as part of a team and understands how to get the best from talent. Highly motivated, professional, with high levels of fitness and endurance in challenging conditions. Read Less
Professional Training
| Course / Qualification | Training Provider / Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| HSE part 4 Commercial / Bristol Chanel Diving / 2022 | ||
| HSE part 4 Commercial | Bristol Chanel Diving | 2022 |
| Emergency First Aid - 3 Day / St Johns Ambulance / 2022 | ||
| Emergency First Aid - 3 Day | St Johns Ambulance | 2022 |
| STO GATES Housing / Qualified / 2019 | ||
| STO GATES Housing | Qualified | 2019 |
Media I Work In:
Feature Film
Mobile Content
Online Content
Broadcast Television
Short Film
Locations I can work in:
Work Anywhere
Skills/Permits:
Drone Pilot (CAA PFAW)
Driving Licence
First Aid
Hostile Environment
PADI Diving Licence
PfCO
Work Permit EU
Technical Skills:
4K
DSLR
Final Cut
Final Cut Pro X
GoPro
HD
Underwater Filming
Canon 5D MKIII
Final Cut Pro
Self Shooting
Canon 5D
Data Wrangling
DaVinci Resolve
FCP
Red EPIC-X
Single Camera Directing
Sony a7S II