Hi, I’m Lee Pendle.
About Me
I am a Lighting Camera Operator and small-footprint DP working across branded content, documentary, music, sport, live events and commercial environments. I care deeply about craft, especially in interviews, lighting, composition and shaping moments that feel cinematic without losing reality.
My work moves fluidly between documentary and cinematic styles, often within the same project. Some days that means a quiet, beautifully lit conversation. Other days it is performance, motion, crowds, pressure or unpredictability. I enjoy both equally.
Alongside production company work, I also take on select small projects directly with clients where I can shape the visual language more closely from the ground up.
What connects everything I do is curiosity, versatility and a commitment to making each frame feel considered.
What I Shoot
Cinematic interviews and controlled lighting setups
Documentary and observational work
Music, performance and artists
Sport, movement and action
Branded content and commercials
Conferences, presentations and live events
How Production Companies and Direct Clients Use Me
When they need one operator who can move between styles and environments
When the job includes both crafted interviews and unpredictable reality
When they want strong lighting, clean images and calm execution
When they value adaptability without chaos
How I Work
Craft-first lighting and composition
Especially in interviews, where subtlety and control matter most.
Clean, consistent rushes
Well-exposed, stable, colour-matched footage with organised media and clear handover.
Lean, flexible setups
Minimal footprint for fast transitions between environments.
Owner-operator simplicity
FX6 with lighting and audio available. No rental admin or cross-hire delays.
Calm presence on set
Quiet, efficient working that keeps contributors relaxed and days running smoothly.
30-day backup
All footage securely backed up for 30 days at no extra cost.
Why People Hire Me
I am hired for my ability to bring together craft and adaptability. I take pride in making interviews look beautiful, in responding instinctively to real-world situations, and in carrying experience between very different types of projects. My goal is always the same: calm set, strong images, and footage that feels intentional.
““Lee is a very safe pair of hands and we have often leaned on his skillset. He has helped Oxford Media Factory on numerous international projects. His knowledge in his field is reassuring and we can always guarantee he’s on point with his kit. Thanks for your continued support!””
““It is always a pleasure to work with Lee. Professional, reliable, and a brilliant problem solver, every shoot goes so much smoother when he is involved. He has a great eye for detail and we are always delighted with the footage he produces. Lee is always one of the first people we reach out to when we have a challenging shoot.””
“I’ve worked with Lee on many occasions and he’s always been friendly, dependable, engaged and completely focused on achieving the best possible outcome from any shoot, or edit.””
