CREATIVE ENERGY Selected filmography (as camera operator): Ferrari (2023) The Great (TV series 2023) House of the Dragon (TV series 2022) A Discovery of Witches (TV series 2022) The Dig (2021) A Confession (TV series 2019) What inspired you to become a camera operator? Did you always want to work in film? For as long as I remember, I have … Read more
Agents for change Although there is still some way to go to create a truly inclusive industry, there are many associations, initiatives and schemes making strides towards a more diverse filmmaking community. In part one of this special feature, we highlight some of the changemakers helping build a better, more supportive, and more representative creative … Read more
Over 200 supporters of Women Behind The Camera (WBTC), a platform showcasing the women working in the cameras, lighting and grip departments of the UK’s film and TV industry, came together for an evening of celebration earlier this month, sponsored by post-production facility The Mill. The WBTC Summer Party, held at The Mill’s stunning sky … Read more
Women Behind The Camera have teamed up with The Mill who are sponsoring their summer party. Come join the WBTC team in their beautiful sky bar to catch up with some friendly faces, have some drinks and support women behind the camera. Let’s celebrate another year of WBTC and its wonderful talented members! The event … Read more
The Digital Orchard Foundation will be bringing back the Talent Bar at this year’s BSC Expo, providing one-to-one advice and guidance sessions for individuals facing barriers or challenges in their careers. The Talent Bar is a welcoming space for new and established filmmakers, designed to help talent move forward in camera and post production – no matter their gender, race or background … Read more
Women Behind The Camera (WBTC) is a platform showcasing the skills of women working in the camera, lighting and grip departments of the UK film and TV industry. Created by three camera operators – Lucy Bristow, Ilana Garrard and Agnieszka Szeliga – it currently has a database of 173 names and contact details covering every … Read more
Camera operators Ilana Garrard ACO, Lucy Bristow ACO and Aga Szeliga Assoc ACO, have set-up a new website, Women Behind The Camera, (https://womenbehindthecamera.co.uk), providing a network and showcase for women who work in the camera department in the UK film and TV production industry. “This website was initially conceived as a way of trying to … Read more