Passionate about telling stories that connect with people to make an impact.
About Clement
Clement is a French - British Director and Cinematographer working across adventure / expedition, natural history and factual filmmaking.
He is based between Chamonix in the French Alps and Cheltenham, UK.
I'm constantly striving to achieve that rare moment of feeling and presence caused by authentic imagery.
Aiming to direct his work towards assignments on human stories, expeditions and the natural world he has worked across adventure sports and factual productions. Clement likes to combine high end cinematography with observational style documentary processes to tell stories that make an impact.
Clement is highly skilled at working in harsh environments predominantly in remote and mountainous regions on glaciated terrain. Additionally, he has experience filming in and out of helicopters in real life rescue operations at over 3000m ASL.
He hopes that through his work people will learn to value and protect our wild places. Clement has a BSc in Physical Geography specialising in environmental ecosystems and sustainable futures allowing him to engage with the topics that he covers.
Having worked with a wide range of international brands work of his has featured in print publications, campaigns and aired on broadcast networks such as Disney+, The Smithsonian Channel and VICE.
Professional Qualifications.
BSc in Physical Geography, focused in environmental ecosystems.
UK CAA, EU EASA, FR DGAC drone pilot.
Qualified REDucation at CVP on RED cinema cameras.
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver with Nitrox certification
RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2 Certification
AIARE Avalanche Rescue Qualified
FAA Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid
Full driver & A2 Motorbike license
Affialiations
Client List
Equipment.
Clement currently owns a Sony FX6 and α7S III with a wide range of Sony lenses. An ideal pairing for documentary productions needing to meet broadcast requirements.
He has experience with professional cameras from both RED Digital Cinema and Canon.
Other equipment he owns / operates include; DJI Inspire 2 w/ X5s & ProRes License, DJI Mavic 3, Sachtler Flowtech 75, full audio kits and a portable documentary lighting kit.
Contact
Clement.Hodgkinson@gmail.com
UK Mobile: +44 (0) 7806099916