Rob Murray is a Bristol-based award-winning wildlife cinematographer and Shooting Producer-Director specialising in cinematic natural history, human-wildlife stories and remote-location filmmaking.
His work spans productions for BBC Studios, Apple TV+, PBS, Terra Mater Studios and international co-productions, with experience filming wildlife, characters and sequences across some of the world’s most challenging environments.
Rob has worked alongside filmmakers including Oscar-winning director James Reed (My Octopus Teacher) and producer Wolfgang Knöpfler (The Ivory Game, Patrick and the Whale). His independent work has received international awards, including a Jackson Wild nomination.
INDEPENDENT FILMMAKING
Alongside broadcast natural-history work, Rob develops and produces independent films exploring wildlife, conservation and human relationships with the natural world.
His films have screened internationally and received recognition from Jackson Wild, Bristol Independent Film Festival, International Wildlife Film Festival and other festivals, with his independent work also securing international broadcast distribution.
In addition to his broadcast and independent filmmaking, Rob works with brands, charities and conservation organisations to create cinematic, story-led films with a strong sense of purpose. His work combines natural-history cinematography with authentic human stories, creating campaigns that connect audiences with the people, places and wildlife at their heart.
FIELD EXPERIENCE
Long-lens wildlife · Stabilised long-lens · Macro · Motion control · Camera traps · Underwater · Drone · Aerial · Timelapse · Remote cameras
Experienced working independently and within specialist camera teams in remote, mountainous, tropical, marine and challenging environments.
CAMERA SYSTEMS:
Sony FX6 / FX5 / A7S III · RED Epic-W · ARRI Alexa Mini · Canon CN20 · DJI Ronin 2
Additional Skills, Licences and Visas:
PADI Scuba Rescue Diver & Instructor | Emergency First Responder & Instructor | Ivisa / USA | Driving Licence / full clean UK licence | Climbing and Canopy Access | Editor & Colourist | Sound Recordist
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Sondrio Film Festival: Kui Buri: Thailand’s Hidden Eden | AWARD WINNER |
Jackson Wild Media Awards, Breakthrough Film: Valley of the Bears | FINALIST |
Bristol Independent Film Festival, Best Feature Doc: Valley of the Bears | AWARD WINNER |
International Wildlife Film Festival, Conservation: Valley of the Bears | OFFICIAL SELECTION |
Birmingham Film & TV Festival, Best Feature Doc: Valley of the Bears | AWARD WINNER |
Beeston Film Festival, Best Short Documentary: Guinjata Bay | AWARD WINNER |
FESTIVALS · PRESS · SPEAKING
International Wildlife Film Festival – Guest Speaking: ‘Independent Filmmaking’
Riviera International Film Festival – Radiotelevisione Italiana TV Interview
Bristol Independent Film Festival
Wildscreen Film Festival – Guest Speaking: ‘Independent Filmmaking’
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“Over the past few years, Rob has been my cameraman on both pure natural history and presenter-led documentaries for Terra Mater Studios. On my latest film, “Kui Buri – Thailand’s Hidden Eden” for Terra Mater Studios, he was responsible for shooting the majority of the wildlife and human sequences. His camerawork was outstanding.
Rob is proficient in modern camera techniques, including the use of stabilized long lens, motion control, macro, underwater filming and timelapse, combined with excellent drone work. In addition, his physical fitness and resilience proved to be enormous advantage when working in the hot and humid jungle or mountainous terrain.”
“Rob is a talented wildlife and underwater cameraman who truly has a passion for his work. Not only does he have a keen eye for capturing stunning shots of wildlife and marine creatures, but he also goes the extra mile to get the perfect shot, no matter the obstacles. I‘ve been consistently impressed with the high level of quality Rob delivers in his work.
Beyond his talent and expertise I really appreciated the good vibes when working with him, his friendly personality and his positive attitude which highly contributes to every team effort. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
“Rob shot and edited several films for BBC’s The Travel Show. He was great to work with – super flexible and, crucially, very talented. In particular Rob’s camerawork is of an excellent standard.
He’s experienced with directing talent as well as authored shoots, and as a storyteller knows how to produce compelling visual sequences that tell a story.“
