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Ollie H-Smith

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I’m Ollie H-Smith, a self-shooting director and camera operator who loves building great stories with a can-do, collaborative approach.

About

I’m Ollie H-Smith, a self-shooting director and camera operator who loves building great stories with a can-do, collaborative approach. My work spans automotive and motorsport as well as music and branded content, and I’m especially drawn to high-paced environments where getting the shot right (and quickly) really matters.

I’ve produced and operated across the full workflow—from pre-production through delivery—shooting everything from Formula E and BTCC coverage to luxury brand content for Aston Martin and social-first series for motorsport teams. With both agency and freelance experience, I’m proud of being resourceful on set, comfortable running my own shoots, and focused on creating clean, audience-ready footage that performs.

  • 8 years' experience
  • Joined November 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Other
  • Manufacturing

Work experience· 19 roles

Camera Operator · Aston Martin F1 Testing - Bahrain (AMF1)Jan 2025 – Jan 2025 · 1 mo

Camera operator for FX6 b-roll package ahead of the 2025 F1 season, supporting press and media needs with reliable, high-quality motorsport footage.

Self-shooting Director · Mahindra Racing (Formula E)Jan 2025 – Jan 2025 · 1 mo

Self-shooting director for Documentary series following Mahindra Racing’s Season 11 Formula E journey. Operated camera and directed coverage to deliver episodic content for broadcast-style storytelling.

Contracted On-event Camera Operator / Producer · Mahindra Racing (Formula E)Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

Contracted on-event role for Formula E Season 11 (2024–2025). Captured motorsport coverage and assisted with content delivery for social and team needs in a fast-moving race environment.

Live Operator (Live Broadcast) · BBC Sport Skateboarding CoverageJan 2023 – Jan 2023 · 1 mo
Live Operator (Live Broadcast) · Supermoto UK NationalsJan 2023 – Jan 2023 · 1 mo
Producer / Operator · Nokia Product VideosJan 2022 – Jan 2022 · 1 mo
Camera Operator · Amazon Music UK – WombatsJan 2022 – Jan 2022 · 1 mo
Self-shooting Producer / Director · On The Limit – Series 2-4Jan 2021 – Jan 2025 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Certifications and awards

Driving Licence (10 years, clean)2030 – 2026
UK Trailer Licence (B+E)2030 – 2026
Motorcycle Licence2030 – 2026

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