I'm Mike, a filmmaker & photographer with a documentary background having shot, produced and edited content for clients such as Estrella Damm, Universal Music, Vans, Red Bull, EpicTV, France 1 and more. Based between Madrid and London, I often shoot with a documentary approach within the arts and travel industry. Using character driven narratives, dynamic edits and bold colours to create unique films and photography.

Mike Chaney

I'm Mike, a filmmaker & photographer with a documentary background having shot, produced and edited content for clients such as Estrella Damm, Universal Music, Vans, Red Bull, EpicTV, France 1 and more. Based between Madrid and London, I often shoot with a documentary approach within the arts and travel industry. Using character driven narratives, dynamic edits and bold colours to create unique films and photography.

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I’m Mike, a filmmaker & photographer with a documentary background having shot, produced and edited content for clients such as Estrella Damm, Universal Music, Vans, Red Bull, EpicTV, France 1 and more.

Based between Madrid and London, I often shoot with a documentary approach within the arts and travel industry. Using character driven narratives, dynamic edits and bold colours to create unique films and photography.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelancer at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - June 11, 2023
Created short-form social content, documentaries, photography, and longer pieces for brands and broadcast clients internationally including Italy, Iceland, Norway, and Croatia. Produced diverse engaging media projects over nearly a decade.
Content Creator and Filmmaker at Much Better Adventures
January 1, 2021 - June 11, 2023
Worked as a content creator and filmmaker producing genuine and relatable social media content. Collaborated with UGC creators, customers, guides, and hosts to develop authentic storytelling for the adventure travel sector.
Filmmaker at Chopemdown Films
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021
Represented by this agency for 7 years, creating content within the arts world covering events, profiles, and exhibitions across the USA, Italy, UK, and Brazil.
Freelance Filmmaker at Epic TV
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Periodically created documentaries and series for an adventure sports and climbing channel, delivering content for their online platform.
Media Operations Group Member at British Army
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030
Captured and created content for foreign media and audiences, initially joining the RIFLES and later transitioning to Media Operations Group.

Education

BA in Documentary Filmmaker at University of South Wales, Newport
January 1, 2019 - February 19, 2025
Advanced Diploma in Film and Television at TAFE, Central Institute of Education
February 12, 2020 - February 19, 2025
Bachelor's Degree at University of South Wales, Newport Film School
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
Advanced Diploma at Central Institute of Technology, WA, Australia
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Other, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Government