Personal statement

Fred joined Bath Spa University in 2015 after a career in the film industry as a Director of Photography in both live action and stop-frame animation. Over twenty five years, Fred worked through the ranks as a camera assistant and operator, also taking on roles as a First assistant director and stop-frame animator on TV commercials.

Now at Bath Spa University, Fred lectures in Cinematography on the Film and Television course, whilst working as a technical instructor, teaching camerawork, lighting, editing and other practical aspects of film production.

Whilst working freelance, Fred was Director of Photography on the BBC’s Bafta-winning “Robbie the Reindeer” and was nominated for an MTV award for Cinematography for the Radiohead video “There There”. He has also shot short films including Bafta-nominated “The Saint Inspector”, music videos, commercials and has been second unit Director of Photography on feature films.

Academic qualifications

  • Diploma in Film and Animation, Gwent College of Higher Education
  • BTEC Level 3 in Education and Training, City of Bristol College.

Professional qualifications

  • AFHEA (Associate Fellow in Higher Education).

Professional memberships

  • Member - Guild of Television Camera Professionals

Contact Fred about

  • Single camera filming of drama, music videos or interviews
  • Lighting for studio and location
  • Editing in Premiere Pro.