Summary
Kieren Startup is a seasoned lighting cameraman and DOP with nearly 20 years in broadcast and commercial production, and 11 years running his own practice from Chatham, England. He is a regular in the Formula 1 paddock for Sky Sports and has photographed high-profile sports and events including 3 Lions tours, Champions League finals, and numerous branded campaigns for clients like Stella Artois, Mastercard and Red Bull. Comfortable with large-sensor cinema cameras, he blends technical expertise with a storyteller’s eye to translate creative briefs into polished, broadcast-ready imagery. As a freelancer and business owner he pairs hands-on camera work with client management and fast turnarounds across live sports and corporate projects. He remains committed to continual learning and evolving his craft, often adopting new tools and techniques to stay ahead of production demands. Based in the UK, he brings both deep field experience and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to complex shoots.
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