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| Cinematographer / Camera Assistant / Camera Trainee
RED ONE experience
EQUIPMENT: Sony Z1 kit & Vinten Pro6 Tripod + MKH-416 mic & boom kit |
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| Credits: 'Ours (FF), I Know You Know (FF), Bad Company (FF). |
| Contact: [send email] [view map] Tel: 07891638150 |
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JAMES KHAN - Cinematographer / Camera Assistant / Camera Trainee
12 Arthur Street
Roath
Cardiff
CF24 1QR
South Wales
UK
T: +44 (0) 29 2019 3760
M: +44 (0) 78 9163 8150
E: khanjames@hotmail.com
W: www.escalatormovie.com
shootingpeople.org/cards/JimmyKhan
Motivation
The Motion Picture art form has been my passion for as long as I can remember. There has never been a time that I have wanted to do anything else but make movies. I have developed my understanding of films and how they are made by exploring not only the camera department but also all aspects of filmmaking. My experiences of making films both in and out of university have fuelled my ambition of becoming a cinematographer, to tell stories and produce my own films.
My first professional foray into the industry came soon after graduating from film school. I applied for a camera trainee position on a film but didn’t get the job and was offered a stand-in job instead. However I quickly proved my worth to the production beyond my role and was quickly put in charge of Video Village playback and as a 2nd camera department trainee by the DOP Ed Wild for the remainder of the shoot.
Recently I have been gaining much experience with the new RED ONE digital cinema camera system. I was initially sceptical of the camera, having always preferred the look of film, my opinion swiftly changed! After assisting on a short and a few minor promos, I completed a feature film project that used the camera. During the project I was trained to use the RED throughout it’s entire workflow, from preparation through operation to uploading and managing the data. I was also fortunate enough to gain basic DIT skills.
These experiences have only contributed to solidify my passion for films and desire to make them. The majority of my experience comes from video shoots although my primary interest is to improve my celluloid knowledge and to improve my camera and lighting skills. I view every project as a learning experience and I am always eager to improve my skills. Above all I consider and am considered to be very professional. After spending my first year in this business, all I can say is that there is nothing else I’d rather do.
CREDITS
Feature Films
16/11/08-7/12/08: “Bad Company” (Post-Production) DIR: Jason King, DOP: Jaime Feliu-Torres
Sparkler/Plastic Buddha Productions LTD, RED ONE 2K, 100 minutes EST, 2nd Camera Assistant/Digital Imaging Technician
14/4/08–3/5/08: “ ‘Ours” (Post-Production) DIR: Steve Sullivan, DOP: Mark Veysey
Stray Bison Films LTD, Sony HDW-750p HDCAM, 80 minutes EST, 2nd Camera Assistant/Additional 1st Camera Assistant/Additional Camera Operator
11/11/07-14/12/07: “I Know You Know” DIR: Justin Kerrigan, DOP: Ed Wild
Parallax Productions LTD, Arri Arriflex SR III S16mm, 80 minutes, Video Assist/2nd Camera Trainee/Stand-in for Robert Carlyle
(NOTE: Was stand-in for the first 8 days of the 30 day shoot, camera department took me on as video assist from then on after assisting part time during the first week)
Short Films
17/3/09 – 9/4/09: “Videotapes” (Pre-Production) DIR: Brennig Hayden, DOP: James Khan
Lucy Lawson-Duckett Productions/Atrium, Panasonic AJ-HDX400EVT DVCPRO HD, 30 minutes EST, Director of Photography
3/11/08-5/11/08: “Deeds Not Words” (Post Production) DIR: Mark Rawlins, DOP: James Khan
Yael White Productions/Atrium, Panasonic AJ-HDX400EVT DVCPRO HD, 10 minutes EST, Director of Photography
4/10/08-8/10/08: “Vegan Love” (Post Production) DIR: Ryan Vance, DOP: Charley C. Meyer
Ryan Vance Productions/London Film School, RED ONE 4K, 15 minutes EST, 2nd Camera Assistant/Lighting Assistant
26/8/08-29/8/08: “Butterfly” DIR: Janis Pugh, DOP: Charley C. Meyer
It’s My Shout Productions/ITV Wales, Panasonic AJ-HDX400EVT DVCPRO HD, 10 minutes, 1st Camera Assistant
19/8/08-21/8/08: “In Deep” DIR: Lynfa Jenkins, DOP: Haydn Denman
It’s My Shout Productions/ITV Wales, Sony DVW-700WSP/1 DigiBeta, 10 minutes, 1st Camera Assistant
13/8/08-16/8/08: “The Bulb” DIR: Nerys Wyn Davies, DOP: Haydn Denman
It’s My Shout Productions/ITV Wales, Sony DVW-700WSP/1 DigiBeta, 10 minutes, 1st Camera Assistant
27/7/08-28/7/08: “Mr. & Mrs. Lampshade: Post Secret” DIR: Jayde Adams/Kylie Anne Smith, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 10 minutes, Cinematographer
25/7/08-26/7/08: “Tomato Days” (Segments) DIR: Burt Van Gort, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 5 minutes, Cinematographer
25/7/08-26/7/08: “Tune For A Woodland Creature” DIR: Caroline Sabine, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 5 minutes, Cinematographer
23/7/08-24/7/08: “Happy Accidents” DIR: James Khan, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 3 minutes, Director/Cinematographer
23/7/08-24/7/08: “Mr. & Mrs. Lampshade: Daddy Doesn’t Love Me” DIR: Jayde Adams/Kylie Anne Smith, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 3 minutes, Cinematographer
21/7/08-22/7/08: “Silent–Dusk” DIR: Burt Van Gort, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 3 minutes, Cinematographer
21/7/08-22/7/08: “Abandonment” DIR: Carole Blade, DOP: James Khan
Dance For Camera/Welsh Independent Dance, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 3 minutes, Cinematographer
7/7/08-10/7/08: “Escalator” DIR: Brennig Hayden, DOP: James Khan
Lucy Lawson-Duckett Productions/Atrium, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 10 minutes, Director of Photography
12/6/08-17/6/08: “Pleasure Park” DIR: Carradog James, DOP: Sam Osborne
It’s My Shout Productions/ITV Wales, Sony HDW-790p HDCAM, 30 minutes, Video Assist
11/6/07-30/6/07 & 14/1/08-3/2/08: “A Shadow On The Mirror” (Post Production) DIR: Jamie Sloan, DOP: James Khan
Broken Pencil Productions, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 60 minutes EST, Director of Photography
21/5/07-23/5/07 : “The Wheelbarrow” DIR: Jamie Sloan, DOP: James Khan
Broken Pencil Productions, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 10 minutes EST, Director of Photography/Actor
10/4/07-14/4/07: “Decisions” DIR: Gareth Eastmond, DOP: James Khan
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 10 minutes, Director of Photography
23/4/06-27/4/06: “Caught Up” DIR: Gareth Eastmond, DOP: Matt Harris
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 10 minutes, Camera Assistant
4/12/05-8/12/05: “Bullet Roots” DIR: Gareth Eastmond, DOP: James Khan
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Bolex Paillard 16mm, 10 minutes, Director of Photography
9/5/05-29/5/05: “Ghosthunters III” DIR: Jamie Sloan, DOP: James Khan
Broken Pencil Productions, Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 45 minutes, Director of Photography
21/4/05-24/4/05: “Bouquet” DIR: Gareth Eastmond, DOP: Matt Harris
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 10 minutes, Camera Operator/Producer
11/10/04-8/11/04: “Toys” (Documentary) DIR: Matt Harris, DOP: James Khan
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 10 minutes, Camera Operator/Interviewer
27/09/04-1/10/04: “Introductions” DIR: James Khan, DOP: James Khan
International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport; Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 5 minutes, Director/Camera Operator/Editor/Writer/Producer/Actor
Music Videos
“Stockholm 1973” BAND: SOURYA (Pre-Production): DIR: Simon Clode, DOP: James Khan
Universal Music/Widelode, Sony PMW-EX1 HDV
3 minutes, Director of Photography
Promotional Films
23/6/08: “The Gammons” (Feature Film Promo Trailer) DIR: Ryan Andrews, DOP: Tobia Sempi
Ryan Andrews Productions, Aaton XTR Super 16mm, 3 minutes, 2nd Camera Assistant/Grip
Corporate and Live Production
27/10/08-9/11/08: “The Dylan Thomas Fringe Festival, Swansea” DIR: Huw Rees, DOP: Kevin O’Reilly
Dylan Thomas Fringe Festival/South Wales Evening Post, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 8x 10 minutes, Camera Operator, Driver
17/10/08: “Bean Beanie - Live” DIR: Kylie Ann Smith, DOP: James Khan
Dirty Fit Grannies, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 20 minutes, Camera Operator
24/9/08: “Mr. & Mrs. Lampshade - Live” DIR: Jayde Adams/Kylie Anne Smith, DOP: James Khan
Dirty Fit Grannies, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 20 minutes, Camera Operator
19/7/08: “Miss Wales & Mr Wales 2008 Finals” DIR: Marc Heatly, DOP: Simon Clode
Miss Wales/Widelode, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV
30 minutes, Camera Operator
2/7/08: “Bridgend Council Education Project” (Documentary) DIR: Dermott John, DOP: James Khan
Bridgend County Borough Council, Sony DSR-PD170 miniDV, 10 minutes, Camera Operator
4/4/08: “Mary Two” DIR: Roger Burnell, DOP: Simon Clode
Bridgend Youth Theatre Productions/Widelode, Sony HVR-Z1E HDV, 150 minutes, Camera Operator
16/3/08: “Cardiff Fashion Week – Catwalk Show” DIR: Marc Heatly, DOP: Simon Clode
Taye Armani/Widelode, Sony HVR-Z1E, 30 minutes, Camera Operator
11/9/07: “Strangers? – Behind The Scenes Documentary” DIR: Peri Thomas, DOP: James Khan
Mess Up The Mess Theatre Company LTD, Sony HVR-Z1E, 30 minutes, Camera Operator
5/6/05-20/6/05: “John Bader Video Retirement Card ‘Mein Hoff Bader’” DIR: Ian Layzell/François Samuel, DOP: James Khan
National Assembly of Wales, Panasonic AG-HVX100BE miniDV, 30 minutes, Camera Operator
Skills
Technical Experience
Complete workflow knowledge and experience of the RED ONE camera system including camera preparation, operation, digital imaging and footage/data management
Operational Experience of SONY HDW-750P/790P HDCAM camera system including camera preparation and operation
Extensive workflow experience of SONY HVR-Z1E HDV camera including camera preparation, operation and digitisation
Recent and thorough experience shooting RED 2k and RED 4k digital formats
Experience shooting XDCAM and XDCAM EX digital formats
Extensive experience shooting on all kinds of tape based media from miniDV to HDCAM using Sony, Panasonic, JVC and Canon professional broadcast cameras
Operational Experience of ARRI Arriflex SRII camera system
Experience shooting in 8mm, Super 8mm, 16mm and Super 16mm film formats
Assistant Experience
…As a 1st Camera Assistant: Focus pulling, lens changing, camera set up (time code, white/black balance, focus, matte box and filters) equipment checks and day to day camera maintenance
…As a 2nd Camera Assistant (on several HD feature films and shorts): Clapper board, camera reports, media and battery changing, lighting, inventory checks, equipment loading, unloading and set-up, prepping for the next days work, waterproofing a camera for underwater videography and making tea and coffee (lots of it!)
Digital Imaging Technician experience
Video Assist experience
Director of Photography Experience
Shoot planning, camera operation, lens and lighting knowledge and experience for film and digital video over many short films
Hiring, organising and running a camera department
General Experience
Experience in hiring additional/replacement members of the camera crew (as well as making suggestions for other departments), through growing network of industry newcomers and professionals
Risk assessment knowledge for on-set and location shooting
Sound recording, non-linear editing and post-production knowledge
Public and Traffic control experience
Stand-in experience
Education
2004 - 2007 International Film School of Wales, University of Wales, Newport
BA (Hons) Film and Video - 2:2 (SkillSet accredited Degree course)
2002 - 2004 Cardiff High School
A Levels - Media Studies, Art, History, Sociology (A-C Grades)
2000 - 2002 Cardiff High School
GCSEs - 11 (A - C Grades)
Additional Information
Full and Clean UK Driving Licence
Local to Cardiff (I live 5 minutes from the city centre and 10 minutes from the M4) and have good knowledge of the South Wales area having lived here all my life)
Owner and operator of Sony HVR-Z1E HDV/DVCAM Professional Camera, Sennheiser MKH-416 Boom Mic (incl. Basket & Pole) and Vinten PRO-6 Fluid Head Tripod System
References
Jaime Feliu-Torres (D.O.P – RED Owner)
07939 380 061
http://www.jaimefeliu.com
info@jaimefeliu.com
Jason King (Director)
1 Field Cottages
Sunny Hill
Bruton
Somerset BA10 0NW
07890 320 306
www.jasonking.org.uk
http://www.badcompanythemovie.com
emails.Jason@googlemail.com
Samantha Price (Producer)
07968 678 943
http://www.sparklerproductions.co.uk
info@sparklerproductions.co.uk
Kevin O’Reilly (Editor/Sound Recordist – RED Experienced)
132 Inverness Place
Roath
Cardiff CF24 4RX
07964 017 147 (UK primary)
07588 490 396 (UK temporary)
+35 3861 639 329 (Republic of Ireland)
http://www.vimeo.com/1967798
koreilly@gmail.com
Brennig Hayden (Director/Writer/Editor)
07846 477 900
http://www.escalatormovie.com
brennighayden1984@hotmail.com
Ben Reed (Camera Assistant – RED Experienced)
07817 602 402
http://www.vimeo.com/user615881
benreed49@hotmail.com
Andy Trace (Camera Assistant – RED Experienced)
98A Pantbach Road
Birchgrove
Cardiff
CF14 1UE
07743 526 391
andrew.trace@yahoo.co.uk
Anne Siegel (Camera Assistant – RED Experienced)
07867 500 495
anne.siegel@googlemail.com
Charley C. Meyer (DOP – RED Experienced)
07876 395 790
http://www.meyercam.com/
charley74@hotmail.com
Pablo Gargiulo (Focus Puller – RED Experienced)
07525 664 252
pablo2709@hotmail.com
Rod Thomas (Director)
07766 547 801
rod_thomas@hotmail.co.uk
Sam Osborne (DOP – RED Experienced)
+44 (0) 7831 849 158
http://www.samosborne.tv
sam@samosborne.tv
Roger Burnell (Executive Producer It’s My Shout/ITV Wales)
07769 694 233
Roger.Burnell@itv.com
http://www.itsmyshout.co.uk
Steve Sullivan (Director/Producer/Writer)
http://www.stevesullivan.co.uk
steve@stevesullivan.co.uk
Karin Diamond (Producer/Writer/Actress)
diamondkarin@hotmail.com
Mark Veysey (Lighting Cameraman)
07862 725 149
markveysey@gmail.com
Martin Scanlan (Director/D.O.P/Focus Puller)
+44 (0) 7970 816248
www.martinscanlan.com
martin@martinscanlan.com
Tom Gibbs (Camera Assistant)
07894241170
yoyoheybo@hotmail.com
Simon Clode (Camera Operator/Editor)
Widelode, Office 25, Enterprise House
126 Bute Street
Cardiff BayCF10 5LE
+44 (0) 2920 485142
http://widelode.com/
simon@widelode.com
Ed Wild (D.O.P)
Agent: Sue Greenleaves
Production Department
Independent Talent Group Ltd
Oxford House
76 Oxford Street
LondonW1D 1BS
suegreenleaves@independenttalent.com
Nigel Orrillard (Writer/Director)
Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader, MA Film
Art, Media and Design School
University of Wales
Newport
+44 (0) 1633 432432
nigel.orrillard@newport.ac.uk
Philip Cowan (D.O.P)
Senior Lecturer, Film and Video
Art, Media and Design School
University of Wales
Newport
+44 (0) 1633 432432
philip.cowan@newport.ac.uk
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