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DeezerTom Middleton is a director, cinematographer, drone filming specialist and co-founder of SMN Film – a video production and video marketing agency. He’s also one of the BBC’s ‘go-to’ drone cinematographers.
In this interview – loaded with advice for aspiring and established filmmakers and creators, Tom gives us his best advice for drone shooting, how he connects on a personal level with businesses and what it takes to truly find a work-life balance.
Tom runs the business with his wife Miche, also a filmmaker – specialising in creating beautiful cinematic films that evoke an emotional response in audiences worldwide.
Over the years Tom has run film events, lectured in creative media production and freelanced as a DOP, director and producer.
Videos That Talk
SMNFilm’s 2020 Highlights reel features an eclectic mix of drone shots, brand films and events.
SMNFilm’s pre-lockdown shoot with Ludlow Gin sparked a lasting relationship
SmnFilm’s work with outdoor brand Tentsile has helped them strengthen connections to potential customers through considered, lifestyle-focused brand films.
You'll Discover
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The secrets behind great drone shots
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How video can change the fortunes of a business, even in lockdown
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The power of LinkedIn vs other social networks
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An overview of Tom’s drone cinematography course
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Why his family moved away from London
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How they evolved a business by playing with toys
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Why gaming and playing Goldeneye is great for drone filmmaking
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Why it’s important to showing your personality through social media
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How to shoot with a smart phone
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Why you should separate yourself from your business when working from home
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Why camera movement is key in everything he shoots
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Why backing up footage is the first thing you should do
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Why planning is fundamentally the best thing you can do
