Camera Operator & Videographer in Belfast
Experienced, broadcast camera operator with Sony A7S III Kit
I have broadcast credits across BBC, Channel 5, RTÉ, TG4 and Channel 4.
I work on documentary, drama-doc, factual entertainment, Irish-language broadcast television, brand and commercial productions.
I own a Sony A7S III, with a full professional lens kit, lighting and sound.
My Approach
Most of my shooting work is observational documentary — staying out of the way, responding to character and moment, lighting tastefully where needed, and capturing scenes that hold up in the edit.
I bring a director's eye to camera, which means I can be trusted to make framing and coverage decisions on the fly when a producer or director isn't watching the monitor.
My Equipment
Camera
• Sony A7s III (10bit / 4K / S-Log 3)
• Sigma 16-24mm F2.8
• Sigma 24-70 F2.8
• Sony 28-135mm F4
• Sony 24-240mm F3.5-6.3
Additional Camera Kit
• DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone (10bit / HDR /
up to 4K 60fps)
• DJI Ronin RS-3 Gimbal Stabiliser
• Manfrotto Fluid-Head Tripod
• Customisable Shoulder Rig
• Wireless Follow Focus System
• 7” HD Monitor
Fixtures
• x2 Aluminium C-Sand
• x2 Bounce/Reflector/Diffuser
(3ft x 5ft)
• x2 Light Stand
• x2 Fixed Tripods
• 5ft Manual Slider
Lights
• x2 Nanlite FS-300B
• SmallRig RC60B
• Aputure H528S
• Aputure H528W
• x2 Yongnuo YN360 RGB
Sound
• x2 Rode Wireless Go II - Dual
Wireless Lavalier Microphone Kit
• Tascam DR-70D 4 Channel
Recorder
• Rode NTG-2 Condenser Microphone
• Shock-Absorbing Boom Pole
• C-Stand Boom Pole Mount
Power
• 20m Extension Reel
• x4 1 Metre 4-Gangs
Additional Kit
• Smoke Machine
• Teleprompter
Mobile Edit Suite
• M4 MacBook Pro
• Adobe Creative Cloud
Other projects
Common Questions About Camera Operation
How much does it cost to hire a camera operator in Belfast? Day rates for a broadcast-experienced cinematographer in Northern Ireland typically range from £400 to £750 depending on kit, deliverables and crew configuration. Half-day and multi-day rates are also available.
Do you provide your own camera kit? Yes. My standard package includes a Sony FX6, Sony A7S III, full lens kit, lighting, sound, gimbal, tripod and a drone (DJI Mini 4 Pro). See the full equipment list. For larger productions I can spec and source additional kit through trusted Belfast rental houses.
Can you operate as a second camera or multi-cam shoot? Yes — I regularly work as A-cam, B-cam or part of a multi-camera setup. I'm used to slotting into broadcast workflows and matching to whatever camera and look the production is built around.
Do you travel for shoots outside Northern Ireland? Yes. I travel regularly around the world for different projects - my work has taken me to England, Germany, Italy, Japan and America.
Are you insured? Yes, I carry full Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance, and my equipment is comprehensively insured for theft, damage and loss in transit. Insurance certificates available on request.
Are you a registered drone pilot? Yes. I fly a DJI Mini 4 Pro (the sub-250g category means simplified operational requirements in UK and Irish airspace), and I follow CAA / IAA flight rules including permission-to-fly checks for restricted airspace and built-up areas. I can provide aerial footage in 4K 60fps and 10-bit D-Log for broadcast.
Hire Me as a Camera Operator
I'm available for single-camera and second-camera shooting commissions across the UK and Ireland.
I bring my own broadcast-spec kit (A7S III, full lens set, sound, lights), drive to and from locations, and travel readily for multi-day shoots.
Call me on 07407195957 or
Email lloyd@abbeyfilms.uk
