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.

However, it's not all about work you know! Maybe you'd like to know a little about the person behind the camera?! Here is some further information for everyone!

Music
I like my music - it gets me through the sometimes long and early call times to jobs which I'm booked for! 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.

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 ITV Granada and BBC Manchester 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, taking photos, or visiting new places!

Anything else you want me to add? Contact me!