Helsinki, Finland
7 reviews$200 - $300 / Day
Request QuoteI've filmed in 125 countries. From 2013-2018, I traveled to all 54 African countries. I directed/produced the 45-minute pilot documentary episode of the "The Unseen Africa" TV show. I've created many trailers and company profiles on my YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/ftapon) with one million views. *****MY GEAR***** MAIN CAMERA: Sony a7S III LENSES: Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G Lens and Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens. MICS: Wireless lav mics, wired lavs, and a Rode NTG-3 shotgun mic. LIGHTS: Several portable battery-powered professional lights that offer different color temperatures. SLIDER: Portable manual slider. B-CAMERA: I have a smartphone that shoots surprisingly good 4K video. TRAVEL: I have 3 passports, so I can go anywhere. CONCLUSION: If you're looking for a flexible filmmaker, contact me.
November • 2019
Francis did an all around stellar job with the project! I'd highly recommend him if you are looking for someone who is committed to helping you create an excellent end results and will go above and beyond to get you the results you are looking for. Looking forward to having an opportunity to being able to work on other projects again in the future.
July • 2022
Working with Francis was exceptional. He had a very good grasp on what was required of the project, and it was an absolute honour to have worked with him. Merci beaucoup.
January • 2020
Francis was a pleasure to work with. He’s a great communicator and hustled to get the job done in a timely manner. His equipment and skills were top-notch as well!
Produced for Underknown
4-min video to test out my new Sony a7S III and 20 mm Sony lens set at 1.8.
Produced for Glimmer Stories
Produced for Multidots
I filmed, directed, and edited this testimonial. I provided the lighting, mics, and cameras. I did five cuts for the customer, who gave me 5 stars. They placed the video at the top of their home page (multidots.com).
I starred and filmed this video, which got 200k views on FB + IG. I collaborated with Scenes Media to do the editing.
Produced for Glimmer Studio - Verizon Media Project
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