Experienced Emmy nominated UK-based Director of Photography & Camera Operator
working across broadcast television, documentary, branding, drama, sport and live international media productions.
I work across a wide range of production scales — from self shooting to larger scale productions and everything in between.
My background is such that I’ve lit / camera operated on many different sets, locations and budgets.
I also own Sony FX6 + FX3 Camera Kit packages, and self shooting interview lighting packages for smaller shoots.
I maintain strong working relationships with leading camera/lighting rental houses and have extensive knowledge of experienced crew across the UK and regions working in any genre of filming. I can therefore offer additional production support.
T E S T I M O N I A L S:
SOPHIE ROBINSON,
Director/ Producer for Documentaries
I've had the joy of working with Esther over the last year on a three part documentary series we have been making for CH4. Esther has been a total asset to our team on what has been a tough and very sensitive storyline. She has the emotional intelligence to make nervous contributors feel completely at ease and a creative eye in translating difficult moments to screen. She is a total team player as well as a talented camera-person. No situation is too difficult for her and she is highly observant to what is happening and what is needed. She would be a fantastic asset to any production.
NEASA HARDIMAN, Director:
"I worked with Esther on all three series of our BAFTA-winning BBC series. She was consistently innovative, intelligent and creatively engaged. Her talent, wit, energy and positive attitude means Esther is a valuable addition to any creative team.
JOHN MCKAY, Director:
"Esther stepped onto a difficult and sensitive shoot with 'KATY' and brought the huge imagination, visual flair and good humour that has made the drama a great success"
MAXINE PEAKE,
Director, writer and actor:
"Esther is an absolute joy to work with. It was my first time directing so knew next to nothing but she was there for me all the way through, problem solving and thinking on her feet. We've now done a number of projects together from documentaries, drama, short films, etc She's a real colaborator, working hard to realise my vision for the pieces. Esther did an amazing job and goes above and beyond to help me create work I'm proud of. highly recommend her. I consider Esther to be a trusted collaborator who is my first choice on all my projects. "
NADIA JAYNES, Producer,
I have worked with Esther many times across multiple genres of television and film. Esther comes to any shoot with passion and creativity and a can-do attitude. She has a unique talent for putting cast or contributors at ease and creating a calm atmosphere on set. Her multiple genre experience from high end drama, comedy, documentary, commercials and fashion shoots enables Esther to adapt to any environment and work with cast or contributors from widely varied backgrounds (whether it’s their first time or their hundredth time in front of a camera),
She has a great eye for evocative and memorable shots and an incredibly creative way of problem solving that enables her to make lower budget productions look incredibly high end. She works in a very collaborative way with Directors and Producers to ensure we deliver the intended vision of any show/campaign. Those of us that work with Esther always do repeat business and I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Esther. I should also add that Esther is extremely personable, polite and professional.