About
“I am very passionate about utilizing multiple mediums and platforms to tell a story to its fullest potential. This has always been at the core of my work.”
A creative, reliable and unflappable DP.
James grew up in the rural region of East Anglia, England. The son of two fine artists, he was quick to establish a visual career… in lens-based media (he couldn't paint or draw). After studying photography at Nottingham Trent University, James moved to to the US to pursue a master's degree in Visual Communication at Ohio University... and stayed.
James spent his early career as a freelance photographer and occasional videographer traveling extensively, working with editorial media publications globally. James’ photographs have been recognized by Pictures of the Year International (POYi), The Lucie Foundation and Visa Pour L'Image, and have been nominated for the Prix Pictet. Filmmaking eventually took over and eclipsed James’ photography projects. He now operates as a DP and occasional photographer.
In 2009 James founded his production company, Chance Multimedia. Over a decade later the company continues to support a diverse client base producing highly visual, authentic, interview driven projects for businesses, nonprofit organizations and the international media. Notable clients include BBC, CBS, Human Rights Watch, Airbnb, Starbucks, Denver Art Museum and Kaiser Permanente. More information on Chance Multimedia and the team behind it can be found on the company’s website: www.chancemultimedia.com.
When not freelancing his DP services or pretending he’s running the show at Chance Multimedia, James can be found on the soccer field, in the climbing gym or sipping pretentious coffees.
James owns and operates the Sony Cinema Line of cameras. Lighting, audio and motion equipment (including gimbals, jibs and sliders) are all available in-house.