From the age of 11, I've had a passion for filming - my overall ambition has always been to become a television cameraman. At the age of 12 I got my first consumer 'camcorder', with a second one bought a few years later complete with a live vision mixing desk. These were used to film anything and everything I could, including pantomimes!

Upon leaving Trinity High School in Manchester with 10 GCSE results including 3A*, 3A, 3B and a C, I began to pursue my ambition by attending Stockport College, on an Advanced GNVQ: Media, Communication & Production Course.

I soon realised that although media qualifications were certainly useful, companies wanted hands-on experience and portfolios, so I took the decision to end my media GNVQ, and was quickly approached by local production company. My time at the studios was really a learning period in the art of good camerawork and editing, and during my time there I was responsible for filming or editing many football matches, music videos and general miscellaneous filming pieces.

Soon after, fellow employee Des Hinks left to start up his own company, with myself joining at the same time to form DHSports. From there forward, it is with DHSports that we have built up one of the most respected freelance reputations in the North-West.

Music
I like my music - it gets me through the sometimes long and early call times to jobs which I'm booked for! If you're fortunate (or unfortunate - depending on your music tastes) to be traveling with me on a job, then why not view some of the cd's I own?! These journeys have often provided inspiration to producers as to what music to use in their programmes! I'm into most types of music, however usually listen to indie or rock stuff on my own mp3 compilation cd's in the car stereo.

Movies
When I'm at home, to entertain me I like movies - I admire their artistic camerawork, as well as enjoy the feature. Here is a link to the dvd's I have in my growing collection. I hasten to add these are not soely my choice of purchases...!

Social
Coming from Manchester presents a fantastic opportunity to explore the great nightlife! If I get the chance, I love going for a drink in one of Manchester's bars - maybe bumping into soapstars or TV presenters from nearby Granada and BBC television studios. 5th Ave or 42's for the student Indie type musical nights out, maybe the 'Press Club' bar for a little work socialising or a trip around Deasgate Locks for a more upmarket evening out.

Along with these pastimes, I might spend a bit of time with the never ending task of doing up my current residential property, or spending time with my supportive girlfriend!!

Anything else you want me to add? Contact me!