What is a Film Director?
A film director is by far the most famous member of a film set. But have you ever wondered what a film director is or what they do on set? In this blog we’ll cover everything from a film directors…
Ed Smit
Ed Smit is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Here Now Films. Ed has over 8 years experience in filmmaking, documentary production and video production including working across London and the wider UK.
What is an Executive Producer?
Every wondered what an executive (exec) producer actually is? It’s one of the best known, and least understood roles in the film industry. An exec producer is many things and for different films it can mean completely different things. From…
What is a Producer (film)?
In the following blog we’ll explore exactly what a producer is. We’ll look at their role on set and the key responsibilities they have throughout a production. We’ll explain the difference between a producer and a line producer and also…
What is a Gaffer?
A Gaffer, also known as the Chief Lighting Technician, is the head of the lighting department on a film, television, or video production set. They are responsible for designing and implementing the lighting plan to achieve the desired visual effect…
What is a Camera Assistant?
A Camera Assistant, also known as an Assistant Camera (AC), is a vital member of the camera department responsible for supporting the camera operator and Director of Photography (DoP) in capturing high-quality footage. Camera Assistants play a crucial role in…
What is a Sound Recordist?
A Sound Recordist, also known as a Production Sound Mixer or Sound Engineer, is responsible for capturing high-quality audio during film, television, and video production. They work closely with the director, DoP, and other crew members to ensure that all…
What is a Videographer?
A videographer is responsible for capturing high-quality video footage for a variety of productions, including corporate videos, events, documentaries, and online content. Unlike traditional film crew roles, videographers often handle multiple aspects of production, including filming, lighting, and sometimes even…
What is a Lighting Camera Operator?
A Lighting Camera Operator is a specialized role within the camera department, responsible for operating the camera while also managing the lighting for each shot. This dual role requires a deep understanding of both camera systems and lighting techniques to…
What is a Director of Photography?
A Director of Photography (DoP), also known as a cinematographer, is the chief of the camera and lighting crew, responsible for making artistic and technical decisions related to the image. They collaborate closely with the director to ensure that the…
What is a Camera Operator?
A camera operator is a key player in the camera department, responsible for capturing the visual essence of a film, show, or production. They work closely with the director and director of photography (DoP) to achieve the desired composition and…
Film Crew for Hire in Birmingham: A Comprehensive Guide (2025)
Need a film crew or camera crew in Birmingham? Whether you’re producing a feature film, commercial, or documentary in Birmingham, we’re here to assist! Our services include: For more details on our crewing options, visit our UK film crew for hire…
Video Production Companies in London: The Updated List (2025)
Click here to skip straight to the list… So you’re looking for the best video production company in London? With over 131,000,000 search results for the search query ‘Video Production Companies in London’ it’s amazing anyone manages to find a…
13 Great Corporate Video Examples (2025)
Click to jump straight to the list…When most people think of a corporate film they think of a boring, stuffy, slow paced talking head, with rubbish stock footage randomly placed over the top. This doesn’t have to be the way,…
How to film on the London underground: Step by step guide (2025)
Filming on the London Underground feels like a scary thing to pull off, but, with the right information and by following this guide the process can be simple and easy. The London underground isn’t a space available only to big…
A Professional’s Guide to Flying Drones in London: Understanding the 2025 Rules and Regulations
Do you want to know how to fly a drone in London? As a leading drone videography and photography company in London with over 6 years experience we know a thing or two when it comes to flying drone in…
The Ultimate Guide to Filming in Hyde Park London: A Professional’s Handbook
Hyde Park stands as one of London’s most loved filming locations, where centuries of history merge with sprawling natural beauty across 350 acres of protected Royal parkland. As the producer for a video production company in London with years of…
Behind the Scenes: Producing a Global Brand Film Across Two Continents
When AlTi Global, a leading independent wealth and alternatives manager, reached out about creating their flagship brand film, we knew this was exactly the kind of challenge we love – a chance to tell a powerful story across multiple countries…
Event Video Production for the Sea Shanty Festival in Falmouth, Cornwall.
A bit about one of Cornwall’s most loved festivals… The International Sea Shanty Festival in Falmouth, Cornwall, is one of Cornwall’s most anticipated events. When Here Now Films was asked to be the Cornish video production company for the event…
Video Editing Courses for Beginners: Complete Guide. (2025)
A Quick Intro to Video Editing Courses: So, you’re looking for a video editing course? You’ve come to the right place! Video editing courses are a great way to learn the skills you need to become a full fledged editor.…
22+ Video Marketing Statistics for Charities, Fundraising & Nonprofits (2025)
If you want to skip the intro simply click here to jump to the video marketing statistics. Introduction. Today, sad photos and dry text just wont cut it! When competing with interesting reels, a TV box set or anything else,…
37+ B2B Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
Introduction. It’s well known just how powerful video marketing is for B2C sales, user engagement and lead generation, but what about B2B? In this blog we explore the best B2B video marketing statistics in 2024 to help you refine you…
30 Pinterest Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
Introduction. Most people overlook Pinterest! I was one of those people but over the last few years I’ve completely changed my tune… Pinterest has over 480 monthly active users and a user base that is growing 8% per year. Advertisers…
30 FaceBook Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
Introduction. I’ve heard a few people over the last few months dismissing FaceBook as a has been, but I just don’t see the evidence for it. FaceBook is one of the world’s most powerful social media platforms, and in our…
28 SnapChat Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
To skip the intro, simply click here to jump to our SnapChat Video Marketing Statistics. Introduction. SnapChat is one of the fastest growing social networks globally with over 300 daily, yes daily, active users. Yet, for some reason SnapChat is…
28 TikTok Video Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
If you want to skip the intro simply click here to jump to the TikTok video marketing stats. Introduction. TikTok has rapidly become a powerhouse in the realm of social media, especially in the context of video marketing. As we…
34 Instagram Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
If you want to skip the intro simply click here to jump to the Instagram video statistics. Introduction. It’s safe to say that Instagram is one of the worlds biggest and best video marketing platforms. The platforms has a staggering1.6…
47 YouTube Video Marketing Statistics That Your Business Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
Click here to jump to YouTube Video marketing stats. Introduction If Baby Shark’s 13 billion views are anything to go by it’s pretty clear that YouTube gives you access to one of the world’s largest audiences. Today YouTube has become…
32 LinkedIn Video Marketing Statistics You Simply Can’t Ignore (2025)
If you want to skip the intro simply click here to jump to the LinkedIn video stats. Introduction. LinkedIn is one of the fastest growing social networks globally with over 930 million users in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022.…
Film Fixer and Production Assistant in Cornwall.
What is a fixer? Fixers are people who are based in a location and understand how to get film and tv productions done in a local area. They do everything from location recce’s, finding equipment, help find talented local crew,…
Camera and Film Equipment Rental in Cornwall: Complete Guide (2025)
Introduction Looking for film equipment and camera equipment in Cornwall? As one of Cornwall’s leading video production companies we know a thing or two about where to source great camera equipment from! In this complete guide to camera equipment rental…