About Makan Films
I'm Hitesh Makan, an award-winning Director of Photography, Filmmaker & Cameraman based in London. I'm available for hire to work on your next project anywhere in the world.
Director of Photography
Welcome to Makan Films. I’m an award-winning, talented, flexible and creative Director of Photography (DoP) and cameraman in London. I am BBC trained with over 20 years experience. I have traveled the world, worked with and learned from the best, often in extreme environments documenting life on earth. From the jungles of Borneo, the mountains of Sri Lanka or even the savannas of Africa I have captured them all on camera. I am the DoP you’re looking for.
Cameraman in London
I have extensive experience filming across many genres and subjects: documentaries, actuality, wildlife, science, children’s, drama reconstructions, studio, location, commercials and corporates. This variety has given me the opportunity to improve my artistic and technical skills allowing me to work with speed, calmness, and confidence whatever the situation. It also makes me adept as a cameraman working in ‘extreme’ and challenging situations
Production
As well as working together with major production companies Makan Films can also produce your films from script to screen. We have a wealth of experienced script writers, directors, cameramen and sound people on hand to help produce your next project. Whatever your budget we can deliver your message with beautiful storytelling, imagery and content. Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion to see how we can help you.
I started my career at BBC Bristol’s Natural History Unit working in production where I learnt about researching, directing, producing and editing. These skills have been invaluable to me throughout my profession. It taught me that filmmaking is about team work and I have always been happy to be part of it. Having the wealth of talented camera people and cutting-edge technology at the NHU allowed me to improve my knowledge rapidly. I enjoyed the challenges of getting those ‘impossible’ shots. After leaving the BBC, I continued learning my skills as a camera assistant before finally becoming a cameraman. I am DBS (CRB) checked as wells having an ‘I’ visa for America.
I specialise in factual documentaries, actuality, wildlife, science, history, architectural and corporates. Whether it be presenter-led, heavily stylised, straight interviews or just following the action I am comfortable with them all. I am also highly adept at lighting design and lighting but relish the challenges that arise from working in low and available light. 
