I'm drawn to cinematic realism: gritty, textured visuals that feel grounded and alive, rather than polished to death.
I'm Ben, a London-based Director of Photography with 15 years of experience shooting narrative film, branded content and documentaries.
My background in music shapes how I approach a scene: rhythm, energy and timing matter as much as the light.
I work across narrative features, documentary, short films and commercial projects, and I bring my own full camera, lens and lighting package.
Based in London & the South East. Available for projects across the UK and internationally.
I shoot narrative for directors building a body of work; the discipline of the feature set is what sharpens everything else I do. Selected credits below.
Visually stunning, emotionally engaging cinematography for feature films, branded content and music videos. Lighting, camera and visual storytelling to the highest standard.
A sharp eye and technical command across features, documentaries, music videos and corporate content, on a wide range of professional camera systems.
Producer/director who owns every stage from concept to camera. Hands-on, story-led, and built for fast-moving factual and branded shoots.
Crafting mood and atmosphere with precise lighting setups that enhance the story and lift the overall visual impact of a production.
On-set data management, footage integrity and a clean, reliable digital workflow that keeps post-production moving.
Finishing the look. Balance, mood and cinematic tone through considered colour grading that elevates the final picture.
Story first, always. I light for emotion, frame for meaning, and move only when the moment earns it, and I bring my own kit.
A Director of Photography (DP or DOP) is responsible for the visual look of a film or video: camera, lighting, framing and colour, working closely with the director to tell the story through image. Ben Mills works as DP, cinematographer and camera operator across narrative, documentary and commercial projects.
Ben shoots on his own Sony FX6, Sony FX3 and Red Komodo 6K, paired with Sony CineAlta Signature Primes, Sigma ART zooms and cine lenses. He owns a full lighting and grip package, so productions don't need to hire a separate camera or lighting kit.
Yes. Ben is a London-based DP with 15 years of experience and a growing list of feature film credits, including Killing Time, The Price, Chasing Shadows and Simon Says. He's available for narrative features, documentary, short films and commercial projects.
Yes. Ben is based in London and the South East and travels across the UK and internationally for the right project.
Day rates depend on the scope of the project, whether kit and lighting are required, and the length of the shoot. Get in touch with project details for a tailored quote.
Alongside DP work, Ben works as a Camera Operator, Shooting Producer/Director, Lighting Cameraman, DIT and colourist, so productions can bring him in for a single role or to run camera and lighting end to end.
