What is life like for a video journalist? What is like to travel and make films? I wanted to give an insight into how I work and… Read more “A day in the life of a video journalist”
Talking gimbals, Mojo and travel tips with the BBC’s Nick Garnett
In this week’s episode of the new Imagejunkies podcast, I speak with BBC reporter Nick Garnett. Nick is a guru of all things Mojo (Mobile journalism) and… Read more “Talking gimbals, Mojo and travel tips with the BBC’s Nick Garnett”
360 video in a war zone: Episode 1 of the Imagejunkies podcast
The Imagejunkies podcast is now a reality. In the first episode, I talk with Freelance filmmaker Dylan Roberts about his work shooting 360 videos in Mosul while… Read more “360 video in a war zone: Episode 1 of the Imagejunkies podcast”
How to use Mask effects in Final Cut Pro X (FCPX)
A short tutorial on how to use the draw mask and graduated mask effects in Final Cut Pro X (FCPX).
My Every Day Carry: An EDC for the travelling journalist
Are you obsessed with packing? With carrying the right tools? I’ve been experimenting with my EDC (Every Day Carry) for some time now and wanted to share… Read more “My Every Day Carry: An EDC for the travelling journalist”
Going wide: My review of the Sony 10-18mm E-mount lens
I have always loved working handheld and using super wide angle lenses. When I worked with “big” kit I used to adore my B-mount 4.5mmx14 Canon lens.… Read more “Going wide: My review of the Sony 10-18mm E-mount lens”
Sapphires and lemurs: Filming in the rainforests of Madagascar
In June 2017 I was lucky enough to travel deep into the rain forest of Madagascar on assignment for the BBC. I worked alongside another brilliant cameraman… Read more “Sapphires and lemurs: Filming in the rainforests of Madagascar”
Caught short in Ghana: how I learned to be a better packer
The victorious hunters ran towards town, the stunned deer slung over the big man’s shoulders. Panting heavily, draped in kit and soaked in sweat I managed a… Read more “Caught short in Ghana: how I learned to be a better packer”
“Dronalism” – using drones for journalism
Drone Camp, Cape Town: 13-15 July, 2016 I’ve just attended the first ever Drone Camp South Africa organised by Chris Roper, senior knight fellow at Code for… Read more ““Dronalism” – using drones for journalism”
Camera confidential: My book on video journalism is now in the Kindle store
Great news – “Camera confidential”My book on video journalism is now in the Kindle store and available to buy. CLICK THIS LINK TO PURCHASE If you haven’t… Read more “Camera confidential: My book on video journalism is now in the Kindle store”
