I am Ian,a London-based freelance photographer and lighting technician specialising in fashion, editorial, and commercial photography. I have worked with brands, artists, and publications across studio and on-location environments,including 1723 magazine , 032c magazine delivering high-quality imagery from concept through post-production. With a strong technical foundation in lighting, colour grading, and visual storytelling, I bring a detail-driven and collaborative approach to every project.

Ian Man

I am Ian,a London-based freelance photographer and lighting technician specialising in fashion, editorial, and commercial photography. I have worked with brands, artists, and publications across studio and on-location environments,including 1723 magazine , 032c magazine delivering high-quality imagery from concept through post-production. With a strong technical foundation in lighting, colour grading, and visual storytelling, I bring a detail-driven and collaborative approach to every project.

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I am Ian,a London-based freelance photographer and lighting technician specialising in fashion, editorial, and commercial photography. I have worked with brands, artists, and publications across studio and on-location environments,including 1723 magazine , 032c magazine delivering high-quality imagery from concept through post-production. With a strong technical foundation in lighting, colour grading, and visual storytelling, I bring a detail-driven and collaborative approach to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer / Lighting Technician
July 1, 2024 - Present
Conceptualised and executed photo shoots for brands including Drewneilomei, 10 Rules, and Todays; managed outdoor daylight flash setups and performed analogue and digital editing. Served as lighting assistant for a 032c magazine editorial shoot and as camera assistant for a press photo shoot. Produced BTS and behind-the-scenes photography for studio and campaigns. Covered backstage at LFW and PFW SS26; documented events for Women Without Borders Film Festival and National Film Award Film Festival. Operated as a lighting technician and BTS photographer for an Arsenal fan campaign in a studio setting. Shot and lit two music videos for a HK-based duo HIC, handling on-set photography and post-production (editing, color grading, and social media content).
Freelance Photographer/DOP/Lighting Technician at Self-Employed
July 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Self-employed photographer and DOP specializing in outdoor daylight setups and studio work. Conceptualized and executed photo shoots for brands (e.g., Drewneilomei), with both analog and digital editing. Produced BTS photography for campaigns and provided on-set lighting and color grading for video projects.
Freelance Photographer/DOP/Lighting Technician
July 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Conceptualized and executed brand photo shoots (outdoor daylight flash setups; analog and digital editing). Collaborated on studio setups and captured BTS photography for Gareth T's Valentino campaign. Documented events for Women Without Borders Film Festival and the National Film Award Film Festival. Produced editorial photography for a fashion graduate's final major project. Operated as a lighting technician and BTS photographer for an Arsenal fan campaign in a studio setting. Directed and lit two music videos for Hong Kong-based duo HIC; managed on-set cover photography and post-production, including editing, color grading, and social media content creation (reels, font design).
Part-time Sales Associate at Natterjack
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Provided sales support and advised on social media promotional strategies, including product photography and content creation. Leveraged fashion expertise for personalised customer service and managed inventory.
Part-time Sales Associate at Natterjack London
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Provided sales assistance and advised on social media promotional strategies, including product photography and content creation. Leveraged fashion expertise to provide personalized customer service and product recommendations. Managed stockroom operations, including inventory organization and data management.
Part-time Sales Associate at Natterjack
July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Provided sales assistance and advised on social media promotional strategies, including product photography and content creation. Leveraged fashion expertise to deliver personalised customer service and product recommendations. Managed stockroom operations, including inventory organisation and data management.
Creative Marketing Associate at TLMC
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Produced promotional photos and videos, including drone footage of work environments. Maintained the company website, designed ads, and assisted with wedding photography for Little Stories; captured BTS for social media.
Creative Marketing Associate at TLMC, Hong Kong
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Produced promotional photos and videos of industrial machinery. Operated drones to capture aerial footage of work environments, managing projects from concept to final edit. Maintained and updated the company website, including uploading drone videos and writing website copy. Designed banner and magazine advertisements using Photoshop and Canva. Assisted with wedding photography for Little Stories, including location scouting, shot planning, and on-set support. Captured BTS photos and videos for social media.

Education

BA (Hons) Photography at Kingston University (KSA), London
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
BA Photography (2:1) at Kingston University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
BA Photography at Kingston University (KSA)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Selected Artist, Liberty Art Award 2024
January 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Best in Show Award, Kingston University Degree Show
January 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Exhibited at Holy Art Athens Gallery
November 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Exhibited at Holy Art London Gallery
December 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Exhibited at The Glasgow Gallery of Photography, Green Exhibition
October 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail