Hi, I’m Tobias Gleed, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Risca near Newport, UK. I specialise in high-end cinema camera work, cinematic lighting, and rigging and lighting sets quickly on tight schedules. I enjoy collaborating with crews, asking questions to get the shot right, and bringing a steady, creative flair to every project. While at university I explored multiple roles—from camera operator and lighting technician to sound design and editing—which helps me communicate clearly with directors and editors. I freelance across film, TV, and wedding projects, and I’m always eager to learn more and share my craft with clients who value quality visuals.

Tobias Gleed

Hi, I’m Tobias Gleed, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Risca near Newport, UK. I specialise in high-end cinema camera work, cinematic lighting, and rigging and lighting sets quickly on tight schedules. I enjoy collaborating with crews, asking questions to get the shot right, and bringing a steady, creative flair to every project. While at university I explored multiple roles—from camera operator and lighting technician to sound design and editing—which helps me communicate clearly with directors and editors. I freelance across film, TV, and wedding projects, and I’m always eager to learn more and share my craft with clients who value quality visuals.

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Hi, I’m Tobias Gleed, a cinematographer and camera operator based in Risca near Newport, UK. I specialise in high-end cinema camera work, cinematic lighting, and rigging and lighting sets quickly on tight schedules. I enjoy collaborating with crews, asking questions to get the shot right, and bringing a steady, creative flair to every project.

While at university I explored multiple roles—from camera operator and lighting technician to sound design and editing—which helps me communicate clearly with directors and editors. I freelance across film, TV, and wedding projects, and I’m always eager to learn more and share my craft with clients who value quality visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Photography / Editor at Ell Cleaning Services
May 1, 2026 - Present
Marketing/corporate visuals; director of photography and editor for promotional materials; responsible for lighting, framing and post production.
Director of Photography / Gaffer / Editor at Time Counselling & Wellbeing Centre
May 1, 2026 - Present
Corporate shoots; Director of Photography, gaffer, and editor duties.
Director of Photography at Mother Maker - Independent Film
February 1, 2026 - Present
Documentary style shooting; responsible for visual storytelling.
Wedding Photographer / Videographer at Self-employed
January 1, 2026 - Present
Wedding photography and videography; capturing venue shots, bride getting ready, couple portraits; editing photos and videos for delivery to clients.
Gaffer at Tree Top Films
January 1, 2026 - January 31, 2026
Tide s - Interactive Drama - Gaffer.
Director of Photography at Mother Maker
December 1, 2025 - Present
Independent documentary; Director of Photography on the Mother Maker project; planned lighting and camera setups; contributed to storytelling through visuals.
Editor at Uncut Films
December 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Editor for No Scrumping (Short Drama); managed timelines and received feedback from director and producers; organized project data and assets.
Director of Photography at Uncut Films
December 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Director of Photography for No Scrumping (Short Drama); responsible for lighting and blocking to achieve the director’s vision; wrote floor plans for lighting and shot lists; collaborated with actors on framing.
Director of Photography at Oranges Unpeeled - Student Film
December 1, 2025 - Present
Short film production; director of photography.
Director of Photography at Oranges Unpeeled
November 1, 2025 - Present
Student film; Director of Photography for short film; led crew in framing, lighting, and shot lists; contributed to pre-production planning.
Lighting / HOD / Camera Assistant at BFI
September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Short drama production; set lighting to match scenes, assist with multi-camera coverage and support the Lighting HoD and camera team; budget and schedule-conscious.
Camera Operator / Gaffer at BBC
September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Lighting interviews and capturing B-roll for documentary and drama projects; responsible for gaffing and rigging lighting setups, working with the crew to match the mood and schedule.
Head of Lighting / Camera Assistant at BFI
September 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Lighting to fit the mood of scenes; B-camera for multi-camera; working within tight budget and short time.
Lighting Assistant at Lights, Camera, Cymru
August 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Using professional cinema standard equipment; work with the Head of Department to understand lighting setups; communicating with the crew to rig lights.
Camera Assistant / Gaffer at Ted Films
May 2, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Working with multiple cast and crew; on tight time limits and budget; close collaboration with DoP for camera and lighting set ups.
Camera / Gaffer at BBC
May 2, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Working with a crew to light interviews; B-camera for B-roll and recon; Gaffering and rigging up lighting setups.
Camera Assistant / Gaffer at Treed Films
May 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Worked on the feature film Bubbles; collaborated with multiple cast and crew; managed tight time limits and budgets; high-pressure lighting/setups and camera operations with the DOP.

Education

Degree at Gwent College, Crosskeys
September 1, 2024 - July 1, 2026
Degree at Coleg Gwent, Crosskeys
September 1, 2024 - July 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other

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