Pieter Huisman
freelance camera and drone operator, d.o.p.
Soest / NL
videos
videos
details
details
trackrecord
2020-2023 director/producer/cameraman/editor (Panasonic EVA2 and GH5, DJI Mavic 2 Pro and 3 Cine)
various commissioned video projects for Dutch and European clients
produced by EYESEALAND Visual Media
shot in Europe
https://vimeo.com/showcase/6779879
2019 Director of Photography (Panasonic EVA2 and DJI Phantom Pro 4+)
‘Galapagos – Hope for the Future’ cinema feature documentary for CoMon Foundation, produced by Jochem van Rijs/Dorian Pieters, NCF Worldwide, the Netherlands
shot on the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
2018 cameraman/drone operator/photographer (Panasonic GH5 and DJI Mavic Pro2)
‘Bord Bia Ireland’ video commercial and photography editorial for creative agency Groen&Kool in Laren, the Netherlands
shot in Ireland
second unit director/cameraman (Canon C300)
‘VARA’s Vroege Vogels’ a nature television series featuring presenters Menno Bentveld and Milouska Meulens
produced by BNN/VARA
shot in the Netherlands
wildlife documentary cameraman (Sony FS5 and Panasonic GH5)
‘Forest Hope’ a documentary tracing the steps of passionate conservationist Antoinette van de Water in Thailand and South Africa
produced by Jochem van Rijs/Nature Conservation Films
shot in Thailand and South Africa
2017-2012 creative producer/director, lighting cameraman, post-production editor
Natuurmonumenten, department Marketing & Communication
Responsible for ‘Corporate Brand Video’ (2015), yearly video campaigns (like Midzomernacht, OERRR, Boomplantdag, Kamermuziek Festival, Facebook Live, Boswachter Gezocht), online video commericals, archiving of video, scripting for nature documentary about the Marker Wadden, liasoning between suppliers, advice and briefings
shot in the Netherlands
https://vimeo.com/showcase/10221181
2012 lighting cameraman (XD EX Solid State)
‘Fresco’s Paradise: Apples/Meat/Fish/Seeds’ scientific documentary tracing the origin of the apple into Kazakhstan, fish in Norway, the global seed vault in Spitsbergen, rice in Japan and algae in Spain produced by HUMAN, the Netherlands
shot in the Netherlands, Kazachstan, Norway, Spitsbergen, Japan and Spain
D.O.P. (Canon C300)
‘Wild Areas’ several short infomercials highlighting specific wilderness areas in the Netherlands, for Natuurmonumenten produced by Deepeei Productions
shot in the Netherlands
2011 camera operator (XDCam and XD HD)
freelance camerawork for various NHNZ productions
Marae, Tagata Pasifika, I AM TV, PolyFest, RWC 2011
shot in Auckland, Wellington, New Plymouth, Picton
camera operator (DVCPro HD Solid State P2)
‘Pacific Voyagers’ documentary film following the voyage of 7 traditional Vaka-canoes across the Pacific Ocean from New Zealand to Hawaii, produced by ONFP, director Mike Single, producer Richard Fletcher
shot in New Zealand, various Pacific islands and Hawaii
2010 lighting cameraman (XD HD)
‘Carter Holt Harvey’ corporate film about Health & Safety issues, produced by Real TV, director Reuben Pillsbury, producer Kim Goodhart
shot in New Zealand
lighting cameraman (XD HD)
‘Mega Structures: Busan Fixed Link’ documentary for National Geographic International, produced by Uma.i. Productions
shot in South Korea
2009 Director of Photography (DVCPro HD)
‘UNICEF’ several commercials for UNICEF Netherlands, produced by Roorda
shot in Cape Verde, Zambia and Guatemala
camera operator (Digi SX)
‘The Amazing Race 14’ reality series for CDB, produced by Barking Dog Films
shot in the Netherlands
2008 wildlife cameraman (DVCProHD)
‘Wild Dog Island’ wildlife documentary series about wild dogs in Zimbabwe, produced by Nature Conservation Films
shot in Zimbabwe
cameraman operator (team 2) (HDCam NTSC)
‘Global Harbors’ documentary for the PBS about world famous waterfronts and harbours, produced by Ivy Media
shot in the Netherlands and the U.S.A.
2007 lighting cameraman (HDCam NTSC)
‘Lloyd Hotel’ documentary about a hotel in Amsterdam, produced by Litmus Films U.K. for NHK Japan
shot in the Netherlands
2006 wildlife cameraman (HDV)
‘Wild Thing I Love You’ 10-part wildlife series, produced by RDF Media for Channel 4 U.K. (Otters, Adders, Bats, Water vole, Dormice, Deer, Badgers, Pine Martens, Barn Owls, Puffins)
shot in the U.K.
2005 director/cameraman/editor (DVCam)
‘The Future of the Great Barrier Reef’ scientific (underwater) documentary, produced by EYESEALAND (2nd prize winner at the Scientific film Festival in Budapest)
shot in Australia
2004 Director of Photography (DVCam)
‘Tippe’ children’s television series, produced by IJswater Films/KRO
shot in the Netherlands
2003 camera operator (16mm)
‘Staatsloterij’ commercial, produced by HAVASU
shot in the Netherlands
2002 lighting cameraman (DVCam)
‘Nieuw Economisch Peil’ documentary series, produced by RVU
shot in the Netherlands
2001 focus puller (16mm, 35mm)
various commercials, music videos and features
shot in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany
2000 camera assistant/stills photographer (35mm)
‘All the Russias’ 5 part music documentary series, produced by Director’s Cut U.K.
shot in Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Uzbekistan
1999 camera assistant/stills photographer (Super16mm)
‘Water, The Drop of Life’ 10-part documentary series, produced by SWYNK
shot in the Netherlands, Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Kenya, U.S.A.
Mexico, China, Japan, Ecuador, Chile
various commissioned video projects for Dutch and European clients
produced by EYESEALAND Visual Media
shot in Europe
https://vimeo.com/showcase/6779879
2019 Director of Photography (Panasonic EVA2 and DJI Phantom Pro 4+)
‘Galapagos – Hope for the Future’ cinema feature documentary for CoMon Foundation, produced by Jochem van Rijs/Dorian Pieters, NCF Worldwide, the Netherlands
shot on the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
2018 cameraman/drone operator/photographer (Panasonic GH5 and DJI Mavic Pro2)
‘Bord Bia Ireland’ video commercial and photography editorial for creative agency Groen&Kool in Laren, the Netherlands
shot in Ireland
second unit director/cameraman (Canon C300)
‘VARA’s Vroege Vogels’ a nature television series featuring presenters Menno Bentveld and Milouska Meulens
produced by BNN/VARA
shot in the Netherlands
wildlife documentary cameraman (Sony FS5 and Panasonic GH5)
‘Forest Hope’ a documentary tracing the steps of passionate conservationist Antoinette van de Water in Thailand and South Africa
produced by Jochem van Rijs/Nature Conservation Films
shot in Thailand and South Africa
2017-2012 creative producer/director, lighting cameraman, post-production editor
Natuurmonumenten, department Marketing & Communication
Responsible for ‘Corporate Brand Video’ (2015), yearly video campaigns (like Midzomernacht, OERRR, Boomplantdag, Kamermuziek Festival, Facebook Live, Boswachter Gezocht), online video commericals, archiving of video, scripting for nature documentary about the Marker Wadden, liasoning between suppliers, advice and briefings
shot in the Netherlands
https://vimeo.com/showcase/10221181
2012 lighting cameraman (XD EX Solid State)
‘Fresco’s Paradise: Apples/Meat/Fish/Seeds’ scientific documentary tracing the origin of the apple into Kazakhstan, fish in Norway, the global seed vault in Spitsbergen, rice in Japan and algae in Spain produced by HUMAN, the Netherlands
shot in the Netherlands, Kazachstan, Norway, Spitsbergen, Japan and Spain
D.O.P. (Canon C300)
‘Wild Areas’ several short infomercials highlighting specific wilderness areas in the Netherlands, for Natuurmonumenten produced by Deepeei Productions
shot in the Netherlands
2011 camera operator (XDCam and XD HD)
freelance camerawork for various NHNZ productions
Marae, Tagata Pasifika, I AM TV, PolyFest, RWC 2011
shot in Auckland, Wellington, New Plymouth, Picton
camera operator (DVCPro HD Solid State P2)
‘Pacific Voyagers’ documentary film following the voyage of 7 traditional Vaka-canoes across the Pacific Ocean from New Zealand to Hawaii, produced by ONFP, director Mike Single, producer Richard Fletcher
shot in New Zealand, various Pacific islands and Hawaii
2010 lighting cameraman (XD HD)
‘Carter Holt Harvey’ corporate film about Health & Safety issues, produced by Real TV, director Reuben Pillsbury, producer Kim Goodhart
shot in New Zealand
lighting cameraman (XD HD)
‘Mega Structures: Busan Fixed Link’ documentary for National Geographic International, produced by Uma.i. Productions
shot in South Korea
2009 Director of Photography (DVCPro HD)
‘UNICEF’ several commercials for UNICEF Netherlands, produced by Roorda
shot in Cape Verde, Zambia and Guatemala
camera operator (Digi SX)
‘The Amazing Race 14’ reality series for CDB, produced by Barking Dog Films
shot in the Netherlands
2008 wildlife cameraman (DVCProHD)
‘Wild Dog Island’ wildlife documentary series about wild dogs in Zimbabwe, produced by Nature Conservation Films
shot in Zimbabwe
cameraman operator (team 2) (HDCam NTSC)
‘Global Harbors’ documentary for the PBS about world famous waterfronts and harbours, produced by Ivy Media
shot in the Netherlands and the U.S.A.
2007 lighting cameraman (HDCam NTSC)
‘Lloyd Hotel’ documentary about a hotel in Amsterdam, produced by Litmus Films U.K. for NHK Japan
shot in the Netherlands
2006 wildlife cameraman (HDV)
‘Wild Thing I Love You’ 10-part wildlife series, produced by RDF Media for Channel 4 U.K. (Otters, Adders, Bats, Water vole, Dormice, Deer, Badgers, Pine Martens, Barn Owls, Puffins)
shot in the U.K.
2005 director/cameraman/editor (DVCam)
‘The Future of the Great Barrier Reef’ scientific (underwater) documentary, produced by EYESEALAND (2nd prize winner at the Scientific film Festival in Budapest)
shot in Australia
2004 Director of Photography (DVCam)
‘Tippe’ children’s television series, produced by IJswater Films/KRO
shot in the Netherlands
2003 camera operator (16mm)
‘Staatsloterij’ commercial, produced by HAVASU
shot in the Netherlands
2002 lighting cameraman (DVCam)
‘Nieuw Economisch Peil’ documentary series, produced by RVU
shot in the Netherlands
2001 focus puller (16mm, 35mm)
various commercials, music videos and features
shot in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany
2000 camera assistant/stills photographer (35mm)
‘All the Russias’ 5 part music documentary series, produced by Director’s Cut U.K.
shot in Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Uzbekistan
1999 camera assistant/stills photographer (Super16mm)
‘Water, The Drop of Life’ 10-part documentary series, produced by SWYNK
shot in the Netherlands, Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Kenya, U.S.A.
Mexico, China, Japan, Ecuador, Chile
ask me for
Skills
I work with all cameras on every format, from gimbal to GoPro, HD to 4K, also as a certified drone operator. Working independently as cameraman/sound recordist is also part of my skillset. I have my own lenses, digital radio mic kit, lighting kit and various grip and rigging equipment (ranging from the Ronin-S stabilization system to tripods, portable slider and dolly). Underwater, macro, high-speed, telephoto, infrared and remote control are all skills I’ve mastered. I’ve also managed to build an archive of HD and 4K stock shots, mainly of wildlife and drone shots.
I am also proficient in editing (Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro) and have considerable experience as a colorist, as well as basic skills in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects.
Passion
I love storytelling, particularly the crossover between people and nature. My own fascination and curiosity play an important part in visually translating a story to video. I like to research thoroughly beforehand and then let my instinct take over when and where possible on a shoot. I believe filming is a very social endeavor and depending on the project and/or the director, I’m convinced this leads to the most interesting collaborations and the best end result.
To me, the combination of visual storytelling, people and nature are an eternal motivation which sparks my enthusiasm again and again. It keeps me on my toes, in an effort not only to get the most out of myself but out of every project.
I work with all cameras on every format, from gimbal to GoPro, HD to 4K, also as a certified drone operator. Working independently as cameraman/sound recordist is also part of my skillset. I have my own lenses, digital radio mic kit, lighting kit and various grip and rigging equipment (ranging from the Ronin-S stabilization system to tripods, portable slider and dolly). Underwater, macro, high-speed, telephoto, infrared and remote control are all skills I’ve mastered. I’ve also managed to build an archive of HD and 4K stock shots, mainly of wildlife and drone shots.
I am also proficient in editing (Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro) and have considerable experience as a colorist, as well as basic skills in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects.
Passion
I love storytelling, particularly the crossover between people and nature. My own fascination and curiosity play an important part in visually translating a story to video. I like to research thoroughly beforehand and then let my instinct take over when and where possible on a shoot. I believe filming is a very social endeavor and depending on the project and/or the director, I’m convinced this leads to the most interesting collaborations and the best end result.
To me, the combination of visual storytelling, people and nature are an eternal motivation which sparks my enthusiasm again and again. It keeps me on my toes, in an effort not only to get the most out of myself but out of every project.
specifics
HD and 4K camera operator
drone operator, 1-man crew, European license
gimbal operator
drone operator, 1-man crew, European license
gimbal operator
equipment
Camera
Panasonic EVA 4K camera, GH5 B-camera, Magic 3 Cine drone (ProRes), GoPro 11 including housing to 60m, tripods Sachtler 20P and FSB8, statief, Canon lenses (18-80mm CN-E 4K lens, 17-35mm, 24-105mm, 100 mm macro, 70-200, 100-400, Sigma 60-600mm sports), gimbal, full LED lighting kit, full slider kit, full audio kit including 2 wireless mics and 2 SSD 32-bit float recorders.
I also own and us a portable green-screen 5x3 studio including lights.
Editing
Mac Studio M1, calibrated colour grading monitor, Adobe Premiere Pro, Tangent Ripple.
Panasonic EVA 4K camera, GH5 B-camera, Magic 3 Cine drone (ProRes), GoPro 11 including housing to 60m, tripods Sachtler 20P and FSB8, statief, Canon lenses (18-80mm CN-E 4K lens, 17-35mm, 24-105mm, 100 mm macro, 70-200, 100-400, Sigma 60-600mm sports), gimbal, full LED lighting kit, full slider kit, full audio kit including 2 wireless mics and 2 SSD 32-bit float recorders.
I also own and us a portable green-screen 5x3 studio including lights.
Editing
Mac Studio M1, calibrated colour grading monitor, Adobe Premiere Pro, Tangent Ripple.
software knowledge
Final Cut Pro 7 and Adobe Premiere Pro.
website
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Various video productions filmed and/or edited by Pieter Huisman from 2000-2020.
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info
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I have been working in the television industry since 1996, when I started internships as clapper loader and camera assistant on a drama and documentary series respectively. Graduating in 1997 from the School of Arts in Utrecht, I continued working as clapper loader and lighting assistant on television series, commercials and music videos. In 1998 I also obtained a Master of Arts Degree in European Media from the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. From 1999 to 2002, I worked as focus puller on Dutch television features and series, filmed music videos and commercials and assisted established cameramen on various overseas documentaries. Since 2002, I’ve worked internationally as D.O.P./lighting cameraman on current affairs programs, commercials, music videos and corporate specials, (presenter-led and wildlife) documentaries and children’s television shows. As camera operator, I've also worked on multi-cam studio shoots including (live) music and sports (soccer) games.
Since 2008, I’ve worked on a wildlife film about wild dogs in Zimbabwe, filmed for UNICEF on their commercial campaigns (2009), for National Geographic Channel for the series ʻMega Structuresʼ (2010), spent 80 days on the Pacific Ocean for the filming of ʻOur Blue Canoe’ (2011) and travelled to Kazakhstan, Norway and Spitsbergen for a documentary series about the origin of staple foods (2012).
I’ve followed several courses in animal and bird behavior, which have contributed to my ability to better understand and therefore film wildlife. Together with my experience in the field, working with the many biologists and ecologists throughout the years, I feel confident reading most situations when it comes to the natural world.
From 2012 to 2017 I worked as creative producer/director/cameraman/editor for Dutch NGO Natuurmonumenten, responsible for all their audiovisual content. I continued freelancing on side projects as well.
At the start of 2018, I started freelancing fulltime once again, as cameraman for Nature Conservation Films ('Forest Hope' in Thailand and South Africa, an elephant documentary) as cameraman/second unit director for VARA’s Vroege Vogels (the Netherlands) as well as various other projects including Painted Dog Conservation (Zimbabwe), commercial shoots for Groen&Kool (Laren, the Netherlands).
In 2019, I was head of the camera department (DOP) for a cinema feature documentary about scientific research and conservation efforts on the Galapagos Islands. Together with a small team, I spent 80 days on 10 of the archipelago’s islands, filming not only these dedicated people but also 8 key species of animals in classic ‘Blue Chip’ wildlife documentary style. This film premiered at the Wildlife Film Festival Rotterdam on October 30th and then featured in cinemas around the Netherlands.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I worked on commissioned videos for my own production company EYESEALAND Visual Media. I typically cater to the clients’ needs from story to finished product and everything in between from filming to editing and post-production.
I also mastered drone operating by courses and practice, including European certifications.
Since 2008, I’ve worked on a wildlife film about wild dogs in Zimbabwe, filmed for UNICEF on their commercial campaigns (2009), for National Geographic Channel for the series ʻMega Structuresʼ (2010), spent 80 days on the Pacific Ocean for the filming of ʻOur Blue Canoe’ (2011) and travelled to Kazakhstan, Norway and Spitsbergen for a documentary series about the origin of staple foods (2012).
I’ve followed several courses in animal and bird behavior, which have contributed to my ability to better understand and therefore film wildlife. Together with my experience in the field, working with the many biologists and ecologists throughout the years, I feel confident reading most situations when it comes to the natural world.
From 2012 to 2017 I worked as creative producer/director/cameraman/editor for Dutch NGO Natuurmonumenten, responsible for all their audiovisual content. I continued freelancing on side projects as well.
At the start of 2018, I started freelancing fulltime once again, as cameraman for Nature Conservation Films ('Forest Hope' in Thailand and South Africa, an elephant documentary) as cameraman/second unit director for VARA’s Vroege Vogels (the Netherlands) as well as various other projects including Painted Dog Conservation (Zimbabwe), commercial shoots for Groen&Kool (Laren, the Netherlands).
In 2019, I was head of the camera department (DOP) for a cinema feature documentary about scientific research and conservation efforts on the Galapagos Islands. Together with a small team, I spent 80 days on 10 of the archipelago’s islands, filming not only these dedicated people but also 8 key species of animals in classic ‘Blue Chip’ wildlife documentary style. This film premiered at the Wildlife Film Festival Rotterdam on October 30th and then featured in cinemas around the Netherlands.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I worked on commissioned videos for my own production company EYESEALAND Visual Media. I typically cater to the clients’ needs from story to finished product and everything in between from filming to editing and post-production.
I also mastered drone operating by courses and practice, including European certifications.
contact
contact
sections
sections
- camera - documentary
discipline
discipline
Documentary, ENG / TV reports, Television