Findlay is a filmmaker and photographer who graduated with a BA (Hons) in Film from Edinburgh Napier. Specialising in Cinematography, his work is inspired by films such as Sound of Metal and Koyaanisqatsi. Findlay enjoys working on documentaries, specifically those of an observatory style. But has become more involved in fiction film work especially when addressing themes of anxiety, confrontation and surrealism. He has a passion for work surrounding live events, in particular music. His most recent focus has been his short film 'Anna' and nightlife videography.
CV
Edinburgh based | Full UK drivers License | +44 07760 731218 | Findlay-Carter@sky.com
Education
Edinburgh Napier University – 2020/2024
BA (Hons) Film
Woodmill High School – Highers and Advanced Higher - 2013/2019
Transferable skills, Technical and Creative Skills
Team working and organisation
Creative problem solver
Independent learner
Attentive listener and observer
Openminded and receptable to feedback and/or criticism.
Composure under stressful situations.
Lightroom/Premier Pro
DaVinci Resolve edit/colour grading.
Camera experience: Blackmagic Pocket and URSA, Alexa Classic and Mini LF, Canon 250D and R8.
Pre-production planning and organisation
Eye for detail and quality
Creative Experience
Independent photography/videography – 2019/Current
HighTide “Kick and Prance” Art film – Runner - 2023
FirstStage Studio – Guided tour and networking with industry professionals – 2023
Edinburgh International Film Festival Volunteer – 2020
Greg McCraw’s Short film ‘Deracinate’ – Boom OP/BTS Videographer/Runner - 2019
Jonny Banana’s in Scotland, 1st look TV on NBC – Work Experience – 2019
Edinburgh College Short Course “Introduction to After Effects and Animation for the AV Industry” - 2019
Event Scotland – Work shadowing/Lighting Grip – 2018
Serious Facilities – Editing Work Experience – 2018
Independent Freelance Photography/Videography work:
James Boal – portraits - 2024
Untitled – Hardgroove night – photo - 2024
On the Spot Channel – BTS Photo - 2024
Through The Roof Glasgow – Mark Blair, Testpress, Dominique and Robbie – Photo - 2024
Untitled - Hard Techno local’s night – Photo and Video – 2024
Keeper Short Film – Day 1 BTS photographer - 2024
Scottish Techno Showcase – Photo – 2024
Ed Byrne at the Edinburgh Fringe Promo Video – Cinematographer/Colourist - 2023
Edinburgh Pysche Festival - Videographer - 2023
Napier Music graduation show – Photo - 2023
Napier Music theatre Cabaret – Photo - 2022
You are Lost Be Careful Band – Photo - 2021
Rag and Bone Barber Shop – Photo – 2021
Ovarian Cancer Charity Fundraiser – Photo – 2021
Limekilns Heritage Trust Test dig – Photo and Video - 2021
Rory Carter – Traditional Musician – Photo – 2021
Limekilns Heritage Trust Promo – Video
Cassia Band – Photo and Video - 2019
Film Credit
Anna – Fiction Short Film – DoP/Co-Producer/Colourist – 2024 (Unreleased)
Mither – Fiction Short Film – 1St AC – 2024
Tim, Sean, Mira, and Mars - Fiction Short Film – 1st AC – 2024
Bone Marrow – Short Fiction Film – 1st AC – 2023
Dormouse – Short Fiction Film – 1st AC - 2023
Current – Documentary Short Film – Director/DoP – 2023
Edinburgh TEDx – Documentary Short Film – Cinematographer - 2023
Barrowlands – Documentary Short Film – Cinematographer – 2022
The Cactus – Fiction Short Film – DoP/Colourist – 2022
Pure Electric – Fiction Short Film – Editor – 2021