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Markel R.

Panama City, Panama

12 reviews

$600 - $1000 / Day

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About

I am a seasoned video journalist and photographer with a 15-year track record, specializing in documentary filmmaking. Represented by Panos Pictures in London, I focus on capturing social and environmental narratives. My education includes a Bachelor's Degree in Photography and Video from the University of Bolton and a Master's in Multimedia Journalism from Dalian, China. I have worked with top-tier publications like The New York Times, Time, Le Monde, and organizations such as Greenpeace and MSF. Notable projects include documentaries for Arte TV on Sea Heritage and campaigns for the Open Society Foundation on ethnic profiling and sex workers' rights. As a drone operator with 5 years of experience, I enhance my storytelling with aerial perspectives. Fluent in English, Spanish, French, and Basque, my work reflects a commitment to portraying the complexities of our world, from grounded depths to soaring heights.

Top Services

News Shooter / Video Journalist
6 reviews
Documentary DP
6 reviews
Drone Operator
1 review

Clients

Top Reviews

  • February • 2023

    Markel was fantastic to work with. As a camera man, his shooting skills and eye for a shot are excellent. It all looks really good, and we have coverage. More than that, the entire shoot was in Spanish, which I do not speak, and on day 1, Markel communicated with all contributors, staff, officials, etc, and helped with all the interviews, directions, etc. It was a sensitive shoot, so a light touch was necessary. Day 2, I got terrible food poisoning and couldn’t even make the shoot. Markel took on the entire thing, shooting and producing the content. All I did was schedule and draft questions. Definitely a gold star, and someone I would recommend hiring.

    Ed at Blue Pepper Productions
  • September • 2021

    Markel was wonderful to work with, he was extremely helpful, resourceful and adaptable to last minute changes. Looking forward to working with him again!

    Hazel at CNN
  • April • 2021

    Markel is fantastic to work with. His drone footage is outstanding and we can't wait to work with him on more projects in the future!

    Kiki at 67 Pall Mall

Top Projects

Equipment

Camera

  • Action Camera
  • Drone Camera
  • DSLR Camera

Audio

  • Directional Microphone
  • Lavalier Microphone

Miscellaneous

  • External Recorder
  • Shoulder Rig
  • Slider
  • Stabilizer

All Services

Production Support

  • Documentary DP
  • Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
  • News Shooter / Video Journalist
  • Drone Operator
  • Commercial DP
  • Corporate Videographer

Post Production

  • Video Editor - News
  • Video Editor - Documentary
  • Video Editor - Commercial
  • Sound Mixer

Miscellaneous

  • Production Company
  • Creative Director
  • Senior Producer / Project Manager
  • Fixer