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I’m Peter Ford, a Director of Photography, Video Producer and Editor with over 20 years delivering complex shoots calmly and reliably, even in high-pressure environments where plans shift. I’m known as a practical problem solver—someone people trust to keep productions moving, protect the quality of the work, and find workable solutions on set. My background spans documentary, branded content, live & studio production, podcasts, and with a strong technical grounding in cameras, lighting and post-production.
I work hands-on across end-to-end video projects, collaborating with directors, editors and senior talent to shape clear, compelling stories while maintaining practical realities of production. I bring a calm, collaborative approach that helps teams stay focused and deliver polished results on time and on budget.
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Work Experience
Freelance DOP and Editor at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Freelance DOP and Editor delivering cinematography, direction and editing across documentary, studio, live production, branded content, and music videos. Spanned 2016-2024 with work highlighted for RSPCA, Guinness World Records, Red Bull and Porsche GB.
Head of Cinematography at Spectrecom Films
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Directed and edited high-end TV & online productions for brands such as Ford, BMW, The Times, Skittles, and charities like British Heart Foundation and Macmillan Cancer Support. Oversaw the camera department and managed/trained staff; also served as Head of Post Production.
Lighting Cameraman and Editor at GBTV
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Lighting, shooting, and editing news content; directed multi-camera studio shoots.
Steadicam and Camera Operator at Real Impact Productions
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Steadicam and camera operation delivering corporate videos; also involved in graphic design, editing and VFX.
DOP and Editor (Freelance) at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2024My freelance career spans documentary work filming, directing and editing, studio work, live production, branded content, and music videos, including collaborations for RSPCA, Guinness World Records, Red Bull and Porsche GB.
Head of Cinematography at Spectrecom Films
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016Directed and edited high-end creative productions for TV & online, for brands such as Ford, BMW, The Times, Skittles, and charities like British Heart Foundation and Macmillan Cancer Support. Oversaw the camera department and trained staff; also served as head of Post Production.
Lighting Cameraman and Editor at GBTV
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Lighting, shooting and editing news content, as well as directing multi-cam studio shoots.
Steadicam and Camera Operator at Real Impact Productions
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008Steadicam and camera operator delivering corporate videos for online distribution; also involved in graphic design, editing and VFX work.
Freelance Director of Photography, Video Producer & Editor at Self-employed
January 1, 2016 - PresentI deliver end-to-end video production across documentary, branded, commercial and live projects. Selected work includes a DriveTribe documentary series with Sir Chris Hoy, branded content for Red Bull, Porsche GB, Guinness World Records and RSPCA, and editorial work for Fortune. Experienced working at pace around senior talent, with a high degree of technical experience and knowledge across cameras, lighting and post-production.
Head of Cinematography & Post Production at Spectrecom Films
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2016Led the company’s video output across high-end commercial, branded and factual projects, acting as lead DOP on flagship productions and setting visual standards. Responsibilities included planning and pitching projects, creative development, team training, equipment oversight and workflow design. Previously headed post-production, supervising editors and maintaining consistent quality and delivery.
Camera Operator & Editor at Real Impact Productions
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008Camera operator and editor on corporate video content for online distribution, including Steadicam operation, editing, and basic graphics and VFX support.
Freelance Director of Photography, Video Producer & Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2016 - PresentDeliver end-to-end video production across documentary, branded, commercial and live projects. Selected work includes a DriveTribe documentary series with Sir Chris Hoy, branded content for Red Bull, Porsche GB, Guinness World Records and RSPCA, and editorial work for Fortune. Operate at pace around senior talent with strong technical experience and knowledge.
Education
BA English at Cardiff University
January 1, 1999 - October 28, 2024Camera Operation at Ravensbourne College
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025HD Camera Operation at Ravensbourne University
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026Qualifications
CAA Drone certified - valid operator and flyer ID
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025Arri Lighting Academy
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025BBC Training and Development Course, Safety on set
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025Steadicam Training, Optex
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025Camera Operation, Ravensbourne College
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025IVCA Gold Award - Laurus Award 2014
January 1, 2014 - December 11, 2025IVCA Silver Award - Best Brand Event 2014
January 1, 2014 - December 11, 2025PR Moments Award - Best use of Video - Dogs Trust, ‘Hot Cars Kill Dogs’ video campaign
January 1, 2014 - December 11, 2025CAA Drone Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025Arri Lighting Academy
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025BBC Training and Development Course, Safety on set
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025Steadicam Training, Optex
January 11, 2030 - December 11, 2025BA (Hons) English Language Studies
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026CAA certified drone operator
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Arri Lighting Academy, Lighting Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Ravensbourne Uni, HD Camera Operation
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Urbanfox, Camera Training
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026BBC Training, Safety on Set
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Steadicam training (Optex)
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026Alpha Grip, crane & jib training
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026BA (Hons) English Language Studies, 2:1
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026CAA certified drone operator
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026Arri Lighting Academy, Lighting Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026BBC Training, Safety on Set
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026Steadicam training (Optex)
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026Alpha Grip, crane & jib training
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
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