Beijing, China
7 reviews$500 - $800 / Day
Request QuoteI am a Beijing based filmmaker specialising in short, creative, documentary style pieces. I have worked for various global media clients such as the BBC, the Guardian, CNN, Nat Geo, AJ+. I am currently completing my first feature length documentary on the intersection between kungfu and MMA in China, due to be released in 2017. Particular interests are the migration of people from countryside to city, and how countries like China are modernising themselves without becoming Westernised. My background is in photography, which has taught me to be meticulous with composition. I have also begun to make more use of drone footage in my videos, and slow motion capabilities.
July • 2018
Chris was a joy to work with. He was an immense help when it came to character identification and booking three stories in rural Guizhou. And the footage came back top-notch, despite some challenging shooting conditions (e.g. a poisonous snake showing up mid-interview). I highly recommend him and would absolutely hire again.
June • 2016
Chris was a pleasure to work with. Very communicative, and took care of all logistics without any problems. The film was very well shot and Chris has good editorial judgement. Edits were delivered on time and notes were adhered to. Would recommend without hesitation, and hope to work together again in the future.
Produced for Great Big Story
In the villages of Guizhou, China, there’s a rich tradition of embroidery. For the Miao, it’s not just an art form. It’s a means of communication. There is no written language in Miao culture, so intricate, brilliantly hued embroidery has documented the people’s history and stories for centuries.
Produced for BBC World News
From "Made in China" to "Designed in China" - a programme exploring China's emergence as a high-tech powerhouse.
Produced for AJPlus
Some parents in Beijing are embracing low-tech ways to help their kids boost their smarts. Lessons in how to solve a Rubik's cube, or complete complex math problems on an abacus, are making these kids stand out from the competition.
Produced for AJPlus
Sihe Art School in Zhengzhou, central China has converted a dilapidated 11-section train into dorms that house almost 90 students.
Produced for Great Big Story
In Chongqing, China, an incredible collection of figures memorializes the history of the country in stone. Dating back to the 9th century, these ancient rock carvings borrow imagery from Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, highlighting the peaceful co-existence of the three religions. Now a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, these 60,000 figures serve as an incredible document of a country's ri
Produced for Great Big Story
Tea is the most popular beverage in the world, first cultivated over 6,000 years ago in ancient China. Shunan Teng is on a mission to experience it in its most authentic, historic form. Her love for tea knows no bounds, as she travels halfway around the world, up steep mountains and through remote jungles in search of the world’s oldest tea trees.
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