I create professional video content for Scotland's most iconic whisky brands. Based permanently on Islay, I combine broadcast-quality production with the unmatched advantage of local knowledge, weather flexibility, and authentic island storytelling.
Working with multiple camera setups, professional drone cinematography, and broadcast-quality audio, I deliver the technical standards of a mainland production crew—with the responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and island expertise that only a local videographer can provide.
Whether you need a 60-second social video or a full brand documentary, I deliver professional results that capture the essence of Islay and her whiskies.
What can I offer
HIGH END PRODUCTION
Utilise cameras recording in up to 8K, or up to 120fps HD slow motion.
Stabilisation, lighting and creative methods to suit your project.
DRONE CINEMATOGRAPHY
CAA-certified drone pilot with full insurance. Stunning aerial perspectives of distilleries, landscapes and events Safe operation across Islay with local knowledge of best locations.
BROADCAST-QUALITY AUDIO
Multiple wireless lavalier microphones for interviews. Directional boom mics for ambient sound capture. Audio mixing and enhancement in post-production
PROFESSIONAL POST-PRODUCTION
Edited in Adobe Premiere Pro with colour grading Motion graphics, titles and lower-thirds Licensed music library or custom music integration Subtitle and closed caption options available
THE ISLAY ADVANTAGE
Instant Availability & Flexibility No ferry cancellations, no accommodation costs, no weather delays forcing expensive rescheduling. I'm here, ready when you need me - whether that's tomorrow or in six months.
Local Knowledge, Global Standards I know the distilleries, the staff, the landscapes, and the light. This means better footage, authentic storytelling, and shots that visitors from the mainland would need days to scout.
Cost-Effective Production One experienced creative with professional equipment delivers exceptional value compared to bringing in a mainland crew with travel, accommodation and per-diem costs.
Trusted by Islay's Finest Regular work with Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Ardnahoe and more. Your brand is in safe hands.
Client Work
ardnahoe infinite loch release
Created for the launch of their first Core Release, Infinite Loch, this reel was created to show off the landscape and the whisky in one video.
ARDBEG HOUSE - SEASONAL COCKTAILS
To show off their new seasonal cocktails in the new Ardbeg House, I created this social video - keeping in some 'live' audio, whilst making space for seasonal music in social apps
ARDBEG NEW YEAR MESSAGE
As part of a suite of seasonal content, this quick New Year message went out to all Ardbeg fans!
SSEN WORKS MESSAGE
Created to showcase the work SSEN had completed across the island, I created this interview and drone social video.
MAC-TALLA CORE RANGE VIDEOS
I shot this series of evocative videos to showcase each one of Mac-talla's core range expressions. This is Mara.
I specialise in Wedding Photography - if you need wedding videography I highly recommend you contact Ashley Hope Films - a talented Islay based videographer.
