ABOUT
Documentary cinematographer, whose perspective behind the lens is rooted in a deep curiosity about people and nature. Experienced in shooting both wildlife and sync, in the field and in the studio, working solo or with a large crew. Confident on a range of cinema cameras, including Canon, Sony, and Panasonic; proficient long lens shooter and drone pilot; familiar with macro, timelapse, and camera trapping techniques. Has worked with various production companies to create content for PBS, BBC, Netflix and Amazon Prime. Master’s degree in wildlife filmmaking from the University of the West of England, in partnership with the BBC Natural History Unit. Nikki is passionate about documentary storytelling that deepens our understanding of people and the planet in today’s global, interconnected world.
Nikki’s extensive experience shooting sync ranges from following contributors in an observational documentary style to lighting interviews with experts. With a keen eye for story, Nikki’s skill set includes producing in the field, directing contributors, and formulating shot lists. She puts story first, striving to craft visuals that create a narrative when woven together. As a documentary cinematographer, Nikki is always searching for that moment of truth that shines through the camera, whether it’s a look in someone’s eye, or something left unsaid.
Available for work as a camera op, second camera, or camera assistant.
Hailing from New York City, currently based in Bristol, UK.
CAMERA SKILLS
Cinematographer with experience shooting on a range of cinema cameras including:
Sony: FX6, A7S III
Canon: C500, C300, C70
Panasonic: EVA-1
Confident shooting sync in both single and multi cam setups.
Also experienced in long-lens behavioral sequences, gimbals (DJI RS2), and drone flying (DJI Mavic 2 and 3).
FURTHER SKILLS
Interview lighting
Aputure LS 300 and similar lights
Sync sound (boom and radio mics)
Camera traps
Camtraptions DLSR camera trap system
TShed 6K camera trap bundle
Cognisys Scout sensor
Trail cameras
Macro
Laowa 24mm probe lens
100mm macro lens
Sliders (Kessler CineSlider)
Timelapse
Data wrangling
Video editing and color grading (Adobe / DaVinci Resolve)
QUALIFICATIONS
US Drone License (FAA Remote Pilot Certificate)
UK Drone License (Open A1 and A3)
BA Film Studies and Environmental Studies, Wesleyan University
MA Wildlife Filmmaking, UWE Bristol
US driving license
Dual nationality: US/UK
