Why My Journey from Acting to Filmmaker Makes Me the Perfect Person to Capture Life on Set

There’s a certain rhythm to a film set — the quiet hum before “Action!”, the pulse of collaboration, and the unspoken choreography between cast and crew. It’s a space I know intimately — not just as a filmmaker, but as someone who’s stood on both sides of the camera.

Before I began crafting behind-the-scenes and EPK films, I trained and worked as an actor. Later, I had the privilege of serving as Deputy Head of Film, Television and Radio at RADA — one of the world’s leading drama schools. That experience shaped how I see storytelling, performance, and the collaborative art of filmmaking in ways that few purely technical paths could.

As an actor, I learned what it feels like to be vulnerable under the lights — to bring something personal and raw to the surface, often under immense pressure. That perspective allows me to approach on-set filmmaking with empathy and sensitivity. When I step behind the camera to shoot behind-the-scenes material, I understand what’s at stake for performers, and how to capture their process without intruding upon it.

My time at RADA honed my instinct for story and performance. Working closely with emerging actors, directors, and technical artists gave me a deep appreciation for the craft — the tiny moments of truth that define a scene, the nuance of a director’s note, the shared focus that binds a team together. It also gave me the ability to operate seamlessly in professional environments — to anticipate needs, read the room, and document the creative process with authenticity and respect.

Behind-the-scenes filmmaking isn’t just about pointing a camera at what’s happening. It’s about translating the soul of a production into images and sound — finding the heartbeat of a story as it’s being made. My background allows me to do exactly that. I know when to blend in, when to observe, and when to step forward to capture the spark that makes a project unique.

Whether I’m filming an intimate rehearsal, interviewing cast and crew, or documenting a complex shoot day, my goal is always the same: to reveal the passion, precision, and humanity that goes into bringing stories to life.

Because I’ve lived it. I’ve been there — on both sides of the lens — and that makes all the difference.