About

My name is James Helyar, I’m a Camera Operator and Lighter based in London.
I’ve been freelance since February 2023.
Prior to this, I worked for a renowned Film Production Agency in the publicity side of the film and TV industry for 15 years.
I studied a multi media course and specialised In Film Making at the University of Creative Arts in Farnham.
Over the years, I’ve worked with a plethora of A-list talent, I’m very discreet and have an excellent manner when working with high profile clients.
I love working with people and working in a team, just as much as solo.
My work has taken me around the world and I have very much enjoyed working at Venice and Cannes annually.
I have a passion for visuals and a keen eye for detail.
I truly have the best job in the world and hope that this shows in the high quality of work I produce.
Kit I own
Cameras
Fx3
GoPro hero 9
5D mark iii
Lenses
Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (E-mount)
Tamron 17- 28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (E-mount)
Canon 16-35mm - 2.8 L II USM
Canon 24-70mm - 2.8 L II USM
Gimbal
Ronin RS3 - with raven eye and handle bars
Audio
RØDE Wireless PRO mics
Grip
Magic arm and k-clamps
Gropro grips and mounts
SAKK cine saddle
Misc
Clapper board
Apature RGB lightbulb
Laptop
MacBook Pro 16inch 36gb Ram M3 Max
Cameras / Drones I can Operate
Sony FX3
Sony FX6
Sony FX9
Sony FS7
Sony A7s ii and iii
Canon C300
GoPros
DJI Spark
DJI Mavic Air
Software I can use
Premiere pro
Photoshop
Catalyst Browse
Shotput Pro
OBS
Zoom
Open Reel
ECAMM LIVE
Riverside
After effects
Lightroom
Illustrator
Indesign
Clients I have worked with
Disney
Netflix
Warner Bros.
HBO
Sony pictures
Universal
EON productions
Lionsgate
Amazon Studios