Cameraman
Cameraman for Hire in Budapest
Experienced camera operator for commercials, documentary, ENG and narrative shoots across Budapest and Europe.
I work as a hands-on camera operator on incoming productions — handheld, gimbal, tripod, slider — for commercials, documentaries, ENG packages and narrative shoots. Most clients arrive by referral; this page is for the rest.
For whom
Who this is for
- Foreign production companies needing a local English-speaking camera operator
- News crews and documentary teams arriving for a few days of shooting
- Brands and agencies producing commercials in Budapest or across Hungary
- Independent directors who need a second camera or B-roll operator
What’s included
Scope and deliverables
- Camera operation across all formats — cinema, mirrorless, broadcast
- Own kit (cinema body, lens set, audio, monitoring) — no rental day-rate on top
- Pre-light scouting and shotlist review where briefs allow
- On-set proxy / dailies handoff to your editor
- Local logistics — parking, location coordination, equipment haul
Equipment
What I shoot with
- Cinema camera body with matched lens set (primes + zoom)
- Stabilizer (gimbal) and slider for movement coverage
- Wireless audio package — lavs and a shotgun mic
- On-camera and director monitors
- Any additional gear sourced locally same-day from trusted Budapest rentals
Experience
Past projects
Selected work is on the portfolio page. Extended reels available on request.
FAQ
Common questions
Do you travel outside Budapest for cameraman work?
Yes — I regularly shoot across Hungary and travel for European projects. Travel rates are per-day plus expenses.
How fast can you confirm availability?
Same day, via Telegram, WhatsApp or email. Quotes follow once I see the brief and dates.
Which languages do you work in?
English, Russian and Ukrainian. Helpful on Eastern European productions and with talent.
Can you bring a full crew?
Yes — see the Video Crew page. I source sound, gaffer, grip and assistants from a vetted Budapest pool.
Do you carry insurance?
Yes — equipment and third-party liability insurance valid in Hungary and the EU. Certificates available on request.
Have a specific question? Drop a message — reply the same day. Telegram is fastest.
Ready when you are
Shooting in Budapest or somewhere in Europe? Tell me the dates and the brief.
Respond same day. Telegram is fastest. I work in English, Russian and Ukrainian.