Matthias Ashford

Cinematographer
Director of Photography
Location: London
Director of Photography
Location: London
Other
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Credits
Year | Role / Type | Name of Production / Director | Company |
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2016 |
DoP
Corporate |
The Big Couch promo
Maria Tanjala |
The Big Couch
|
2016 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
La Malaerba
|
Letterbox Films
|
2016 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
La Malaerba
|
Letterbox Films
|
2016 |
Camera operator
Film (Docu) |
The Final Reel
|
Coda Films
|
2016 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
15/Love
|
Independent
|
2016 |
DoP
Film (Docu) |
Food Sovereignty
Jo Barker |
Black Bark Films
|
2016 |
DoP
Music Video |
Brother Portrait / Seaview/Rearview
Nadira Amrani |
Nadira Amrani
|
2016 |
DoP
Music Video |
Catchlight / Love in the dark
|
Catchlight
|
2016 |
Camera operator and editor
Corporate |
Unilever at Cannes Lions Festival
|
Spirited Pictures
|
2016 |
DoP
Music Video |
Bad Sign / Intermission
Duncan Guymer |
Duncan Guymer
|
2016 |
DoP
Music Video |
Bad Sign / Intermission
Duncan Guymer |
Duncan Guymer
|
2016 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
The Drunk
|
Seann Walsh
|
2016 |
DoP
Education |
BA Acting Showreels
Caroline Webster |
East 15 Acting Schools
|
2014 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
Echoes of Silence
Henrique Santilli Acquaviva |
Henrique Santilli Acquaviva
|
2014 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
Aquraium
Mariana Serapicos |
British Film Institute
|
2013 |
DoP
Film (Short) |
Banana Enthusiasts
Ryutaro Saito |
Ryutaro Saito
|
2013 |
camera operator
Film (Docu) |
Canterbury Tales
John Dinwoodie |
John Dinwoodie
|
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
---|---|---|
2017 | MA Film, Television and Screen Studies | Birkbeck University |
2015 | Advanced Steadicam operating | National Film and Television School |
2013 | Lighting for drama | National Film and Television School |
Equipment
I own and can operate: RED Scarlet W, Carl Zeiss CP2 lens set, Steadicam- up to 10kg
About me
Working professionally as a filmmaker for more than 10 years, I have accumulated extensive knowledge of visual storytelling and aesthetics. I have studied both photography and video; shooting film, videotape and digital and produced films in the UK, Italy, Central America and Australia.I have experience filming fiction films, documentary films, TV broadcast, promotional videos, commercials and music videos. I am based in London but available to travel across the UK and abroad.
Additional Information
ADVANCED LIGHTINGExperienced lighting interviews, fiction films and documentary films using professional film lighting. Drama lighting trained: completed National Film and Television school (London) ‘lighting for drama’ training.
EXPERIENCED CAMERA AND STEADICAM OPERATOR
Highly competent camera operator with experience using many different cameras including: ARRI Alexa, Canon C500/C300, Sony FS-7, Sony PMW-F55, and RED ONE. Steadicam operator: completed National Film and Television school (London) Tiffen Steadicam course. Also experienced in using grip equipment such as Jib Arms and Dollies.
POST PRODUCTION
Professional post-production experience and knowledge of various post-production programmes including: After Effects, Da Vinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro (Advanced level) and Adobe Premier.
Referees
Matthias is an accomplished cinematographer and a pleasure to work with. Hebrings innovative ideas, craftsmanship and a solid work ethic to every
production
— Vito Rocco, TV and Film director
Skills
Primary Job Category | Cinematographer |
---|---|
Secondary Job Category | Director of Photography |
Years in industry | 6+ years |
Job Category | Camera Assistant, Camera Operator, Camera Operator (HD), Camera Technician, Camera Trainee, Cinematographer, Steadicam Operator, Videographer |
Experienced in | Comedy, Commercials, Cookery, Corporate, Digital/Online Campaigns, Documentary, Drama Reconstruction, ENG/Outside Broadcast, Film (Feature), Film (Short), Live TV, Music Promo, Sport, Television |
Licenses | Standard Driving (PLG) |
Interested in | Arts, Comedy, Commercials, Cookery, Corporate, Digital/Online Campaigns, Documentary, Drama Reconstruction, ENG/Outside Broadcast, Environmental, Film (Feature), Film (LB), Film (Short), Music, Music Promo, Natural History, Television |
Languages Spoken | English |
Organisation Membership | BSC Shooting People |