Trained by the BBC Natural History Unit, James is an Emmy & RTS Award-winning, BAFTA-nominated documentary cameraman specialising in blue-chip wildlife & expedition formats.
Over the past 30 years James has worked on many of the highest profile natural history productions & completed 150+ film expeditions to more than 100 countries. Core skills include long-lens animal behaviour, presenter-led sync, aerial cable-cam systems & high-level technical rope access. He is particularly passionate about filming within the rainforest canopy and prides himself on his ability to work effectively and safely as a friendly member of any team.
Whether filming Birds-of-Paradise in a swamp, or Sir David Attenborough high in the branches of the jungle canopy, or even when dangling alongside Chris Hemsworth in the Alps – James is the person to rely on when every shot counts and there are no second chances.
Alongside his film work, James is also the author of several award-winning books, including The Man Who Climbs Trees (2017), Goshawk Summer (2021) & Up in the Canopy (2023).
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