James is a camera operator and director of photography who offers transatlantic production services to US and UK clients in news/events, broadcast television, documentaries, corporate communications and online branded content. He offers production services for US clients who need UK/European content. Recently, James shot interview content for the Atlanta History Centre and focus group events for Los Angeles director Constantine Savvides. In the US, James delivers a British presence and has captured news and event coverage for Evolution TV alongside documentary work. His 'white label' service maintains a consistent production quality level, helping maintain a uniform 'on-brand' visual style between the UK and US regions. A single point of contact simplifies recruitment and is more cost-effective. James trained at the BBC, Arri Academy and National Film and Television School and possesses years of experience as a combat camera operator in the Royal Air Force, training at the Defense School of Photography, RAF Cosford. Now an industry veteran, James has over a decade of international shooting experience in the US, Canada, Europe and Asia and maintains a US I Media Visa with US Global Entry. A creative problem solver at heart, his happy place is developing a project's visual identity through considered composition and lighting. Supporting colleagues with artistic, technical and logistical decision-making - an eye pressed into the viewfinder, creating work that matters with people who care.

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James is a camera operator and director of photography who offers transatlantic production services to US and UK clients in news/events, broadcast television, documentaries, corporate communications and online branded content. He offers production services for US clients who need UK/European content. Recently, James shot interview content for the Atlanta History Centre and focus group events for Los Angeles director Constantine Savvides. In the US, James delivers a British presence and has captured news and event coverage for Evolution TV alongside documentary work. His 'white label' service maintains a consistent production quality level, helping maintain a uniform 'on-brand' visual style between the UK and US regions. A single point of contact simplifies recruitment and is more cost-effective. James trained at the BBC, Arri Academy and National Film and Television School and possesses years of experience as a combat camera operator in the Royal Air Force, training at the Defense School of Photography, RAF Cosford. Now an industry veteran, James has over a decade of international shooting experience in the US, Canada, Europe and Asia and maintains a US I Media Visa with US Global Entry. A creative problem solver at heart, his happy place is developing a project's visual identity through considered composition and lighting. Supporting colleagues with artistic, technical and logistical decision-making - an eye pressed into the viewfinder, creating work that matters with people who care.

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James is a camera operator and director of photography who offers transatlantic production services to US and UK clients in news/events, broadcast television, documentaries, corporate communications and online branded content.

He offers production services for US clients who need UK/European content. Recently, James shot interview content for the Atlanta History Centre and focus group events for Los Angeles director Constantine Savvides.

In the US, James delivers a British presence and has captured news and event coverage for Evolution TV alongside documentary work. His ‘white label’ service maintains a consistent production quality level, helping maintain a uniform ‘on-brand’ visual style between the UK and US regions. A single point of contact simplifies recruitment and is more cost-effective.

James trained at the BBC, Arri Academy and National Film and Television School and possesses years of experience as a combat camera operator in the Royal Air Force, training at the Defense School of Photography, RAF Cosford.

Now an industry veteran, James has over a decade of international shooting experience in the US, Canada, Europe and Asia and maintains a US I Media Visa with US Global Entry.

A creative problem solver at heart, his happy place is developing a project’s visual identity through considered composition and lighting. Supporting colleagues with artistic, technical and logistical decision-making - an eye pressed into the viewfinder, creating work that matters with people who care.

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Energy & Utilities, Education, Gaming, Agriculture & Mining, Consumer Goods, Government, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Transportation & Logistics, Wholesale & Distribution
    uniE608 James Stier - Reel
    video dop cameraoperator filmmaker showreel James is a British Director of Photography (DOP) and Camera Operator - working internationally on documentaries, short-form content creation and commercials. He formerly worked as a creative consultant at Apple, served as a combat photographer in the RAF, and has shot two award-winning feature documentaries across Europe. His recent factual work includes lighting/operating on projects for Arte, Netflix, BBC, Hakawati and Sky. His commercial work as a DP has grown to brands such as Google, Peninsula Hotels, Ilford Photo, St. Hugo and Porsche. Recent live projects include multi-camera live streams for UEFA/Playstation, capturing a Ferrari 275 tour in Tuscany and operating trackside at the International F1 Circuit in Bahrain with the Aston Martin Valkerie. Post lockdown James was selected for the British Society of Cinematographers (BSC) / Association of Camera Operators (ACO) mentorship programme - a huge honour and an incredible opportunity to work with BSC and ACO members on large productions. His happy place is on location - balancing the job's artistic, technical and leadership elements. An eye pressed into the viewfinder; creating work that matters with people who care.