EmMa
EmMa kAtE RiDgwAY PHOTOGRAPHER
PRODUCER
PRESENTER
I produce exceptional content for clients across industries such as motorsport, luxury fashion and ecommerce. I’ve produced and directed content for global companies and startups alike, with a reputation for being a professional addition to any production team.
My services can vary from planning a shoot in pre-production, to directing the event itself. I have experience working in live sports, live streams and live events and I’m happy to work to a tight deadline.
I have a professional setup including camera, lenses and microphone, as well as post-production software and sharing services to ensure you receive your content according to your deadlines.
As well as physical involvement in shoots, I’m also a lead consultant having worked for a global technology consultancy. I’m happy to consult on any existing projects you may have going on.
I’m london-based and happy to travel around the country and abroad.
Having worked in front of the camera as well as behind, I’m also very adept at directing and selecting talent.
Reach out if you would like a conversation about how I can help your project, you’ll find all my contact details further below.
Role: Photographer & Producer
Client: Nine Studio
Location: Studio, London
SHOOT PRODUCTION: PhOToGrAPy StuDiO
Responsibilities:
• Plan studio shoot featuring models for a luxury watch brand
• Selected models and worked to find suitable clothing and makeup
• Photographed models and directed an 8-hour studio shoot
• Selected final photos for publication
Media Outputs:
• Advertising campaign for new collection
I directed and photographed a large shoot for a Nine Studio, a luxury watch brand based in London. This involved finding models and attire for the shoot to compliment each watch individually. I photographed 5 models the shoot in its entirety, lasting approximately 8 hours.
Tools & Services used:
Canon 5D Mark 3
Full-frame 50mm lens
Fish eye lens
Full Service photography studio
Google Workspace
Tools & Services used:
• Fuji x100F
• Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Lightroom
• YouTube editor
• BuzzSprout Podcast hosting
SHOOT Direction
24 HoUrs SpA Race
Role: Director, Post-Production Editor
Client: Pirelli Motorsport, Females In Motorsport
Location: Spa Francorchamps Circuit, 24 Hours of Spa Race
Responsibilities:
• Manage pre-planned video shoots throughout the circuit
• Work with Pirelli talent on scripts and voiceovers
• Direct Pirelli videographer and audio team during shoots
• Edit footage in post production
Media Outputs:
• 4 x Reel for Pirelli Instagram
• 2 x Reel for Females In Motorsport Instagram
Working with Pirelli and the Females in Motorsport Channel, I directed several pieces of content that were pushed throughout the 24Hrs of Spa Race weekend. This included working closely with Pirelli’s Marketing, Social Media and PR team, which involved a workflow of approval before content was pushed live. As the race was 24 hours long, I was filming, producing and publishing content through the night.
I was also the Director of Photography for this weekend, capturing the team in still and motion image, to be used for Pirelli’s official social media pages.
TELEVISION STUDIO & ON-CAMERA
Role: Guest / Interviewee
Location: BBC Newsnight Live
Responsibilities:
Represent Females in Motorsport channel on live TV
Spoke about the current climate of Formula 1, in light of a recent controversy
Worked with producers before the show on the topic and questions that fit the show’s intended message and narrative
This particualr experience has exposed me to the world of live television, inside a major global broadcaster. From working with hair and makeup, the producers and presenter of the show, to the physical process of appearing on fast-moving live show, I gained an enormous amount of understanding and knowledge of the broadcasting space.
I’m also an experienced presenter, as such that live television and improvisation under pressure is where I work incredibly well.
PHOTOGRAPHY: LIVE MOTORSPORTS
Role: Full-season accredited Photographer
Industry: Formula E
Position: Freelance, company owner
Responsibilities:
• Photograph Formula E season live on-location during races
• Quickly select and edit images
• Output and send to clients including magazines and publications
LIVE PRODUCTION On SeT
Role: Producer & Editor
Client: JamDoughnut
Location: Studio, London
Responsibilities:
• Assist producton of twice-daily live stream via JamDoughnut app
• Control camera, lighting and set layout
• Change display, scene & graphics using broadcast stream deck and OBS
• Add to live autocue based on comments from audience
Tools & Services:
• OBS
• Sony Alpha V7
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• DJI microphone clip-ons
EVENTS: LIVE PreSenTing & InTerViewING
Role:
Presenter & Producer
Responsibilities:
• Interview VIP motorsport guests arriving on the red carpet
• Capture video for social media output
• Record interviews for podcast output
• Edit images and audio in post-production
Media outputs:
• Podcast
• Social media
Tools & Services used:
• Fuji X100F
• Adobe Lightroom
• Adobe Premiere Pro
I’ve been a member of the red carpet media for several years, interviewing some of motorsport’s most famous individuals. My main role here is to capture and produce excellent content in order to bring fans closer to this exclusive event.
