Discover Top Freelancers in Japan

Matthew currently focuses on commercial work as a director and cinematographer specializing in fashion content production. Matthew’s history in the industry as an editorial assignment photographer & videographer has seen his work on Vogue (US, UK, Paris, Japan & China editions), Elle (US, UK & Italy editions), GQ & British GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, V Magazine & VMAN, Paper, W, Nylon, WWD, Glamour, Garage, Vanity Fair, Esquire, Essence, InStyle, TIME, Complex, and The New York Times. Matthew’s commercial clients include Nike, New Balance, Adidas, Lululemon, Rakuten, Dover Street Market, BAPE, Alpha Industries, Havaianas, etc. Matthew is based in Tokyo, Japan.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Creative Director
• Fashion Photographer
• Digital Content Creator
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company

I am a documentary filmmaker based in Tokyo. I majored in comparative politics at Princeton University. My latest documentary film "Tomorrow We Will See" highlights how 10 artists in Lebanon challenge sectarian divides. This documentary has been shown in film festivals such as National Geographic All Roads Film Festival 2010 and will air on DR, a Danish television broadcasting station in May 2015. I have experience directing and producing finance news programs called Asia Biz Forecast NHK World. I directed a short documentary on a 69-year-old DJ for VICE Japan. I speak Japanese and English fluently. I can have basic conversations in Portuguese and Spanish.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

To Whom It May Concern, I'm a bilingual freelance filmmaker based in Japan. I got a degree in filmmaking from California State University, Northridge in 2007. Since then, I have been involved in many productions from commercial to feature length film in Japan, US, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia, Poland, and Dubai. Meanwhile, I have written and directed some shorts and feature-length film as well as a mini-TV series. I have my own team from production support to editing process. Also, I have an access to camera equipment. I am very interested in joining your team and looking forward for hearing from you soon. Best regards, Yu Inose

• Documentary DP
• Reporter / Journalist
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary

I'm a bilingual (English/Japanese) freelance local producer and production manager with four years of experience in a variety of roles including fixing, location management, interpretation, script translation, crew and vendor management, as well as all aspects of production coordination. I have a strong background in sport, having worked with both international and domestic clients such as World Rugby, UEFA, Huel, and Formula E. However, my versatility extends beyond sports, and I am dedicated to delivering excellence across various industries. From documentaries to commercials and live streams, I've successfully managed diverse projects with precision and dedication.

• Fixer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Translator
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Post-Production Manager
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

Hemant is a young, independent filmmaker based in Tokyo, Japan, with 8 years of experience, including pre- and post-production. It included TV commercials, music videos, film promos, corporate films, social media content, and many others. In particular, his skills revolve around shooting and editing. Director/Camera/Photographer/ Editor / Motion Graphics. Hemant has worked in this capacity for the vast majority of his projects. Hemant has experience as a one-man team as well as being part of the larger crew. This experience allowed him to adapt quickly and painlessly to the changing circumstances and plans on the set and still deliver a high-quality product, as evidenced by his work.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Copywriter
• Senior Editor

I'm an Australian living in Tokyo Japan who has had a long career in creating and shooting imagery. I have been a Photographer working in advertising and editorial for 15 years before transitioning to be a DOP and Director. I shoot Documentary and Narrative and for commercial clients as well as streaming platforms. I am well versed in all areas of filmmaking from pre production to post and bring a creative and well trained eye, great lighting skills and a passion for story telling to all projects. Living and working in Japan I can speak Japanese and understand how to navigate the cultural landscape whilst creating beautiful and powerful work.

• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP

Encountering unforgettable people and filming their unique stories is key to building a story that viewers would remember. I work as a Producer and Fixer in Tokyo. I have journalism background and have worked with international broadcasters and production companies from around the world for 14 years. Discovering essential characters, finding ways into their lives, and conveying their life experiences through original, compelling visual stories is the passion I share with the teams that I work with.

• Fixer
• TV News Producer
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location

My name is Bryan Baier and I live to play and adventure outside. Whether I'm paragliding or sand boarding on the sand dunes of Tottori, ripping up the powder on the slopes of Nagano, partying in Tokyo or bungee jumping in Gunma, in my adopted home of Japan adventure is always within reach. I show you where it is, how to do it, and how to get to and stay at it cheaper and more comfortably than you ever though possible. Get ready, ordinary is strictly prohibited especially when you're... Traveling on a Dime. See ya!

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

I am a freelance editor, motion graphics designer and animator based in London with the best part of a decades experience. I have an in-depth knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects and Photoshop and I have worked on a wide variety of productions including brand films, award winning fundraising campaigns, social media content, motion graphics, promos and animations. I have worked with some of the worlds biggest brands including Red Bull, Lancôme, Visa, Honda, IWC and many more. I am hard-working, enthusiastic and always eager to challenge myself creatively.

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Senior Editor

+B Film Production wants to bring film production in Japan and abroad together. With rich experience of many years from film production to High Vision technology our staff is striving to reduce the distance between Japan and the world. True to our motto Japans values to the world, the worlds values to Japan, we take over film production introducing Japanese film management, creators, actors, music and movie producers to the world, and at the same time making valuable resources abroad accessible from Japan.

• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer

Cinematographer / DP based in Tokyo, Japan. Taiwanese who had the chance to be raised in the U.S, New Zealand, Taiwan, and now, Japan. With this unique experience, Kaze is able to appreciate the cultures of both East and West, and apply them through his work. Experiences from hundred crews blockbuster movie set, to one man documentary shoot. Familiar with most industry standard gears, and will alway be a nerd for new gear technologies.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Creative Director
• Event Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Portrait Photographer

Representative Partner at Penny Black Co. I worked for a production agency making television and cable TV programs, mostly news and documentaries. Corporate videos and promotional videos for cities as well. Also, when I worked for a web channel company, they sent me all over the world to shoot at international conferences on the environment. I got very interested and now I try to make videos for clients who want to tell the stories of forests and mountains, rivers and oceans.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer

British shooter, editor and producer based in TOKYO, JAPAN, offering video production solutions to a host of clients both in Japan and overseas. Working with major brands, small businesses and individuals to produce a wide range of creative content including: CORPORATE VIDEO, BROADCAST PROGRAMMING, DOCUMENTARIES, COMMERCIALS, NEWS & EVENT COVERAGE, SHORT FILMS as well as B-ROLL around Tokyo and other locations throughout Japan.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Company

I have been active as a field producer, a fixer, coordinator and a director in Japan since 2016. I have been contributing to numerous productions for major networks including NHK, TV Asahi, Al Jazeera, CNA, Hulu, The Straits Times and Bloomberg. After completing my degree in UK I moved back to Japan and started working in a production office specialising in documentaries, and soon became independent and started working as a fixer and field producer.

• Fixer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Translator
• Reporter / Journalist
• Sound Mixer

Born in 1988 in Aichi, Japan. After studying psychology at university, I worked in infectious disease control in the UK and South Africa. I then worked in corporate sales and IT development for a commercial bank before going freelance. Since the beginning of my career, I have worked both as a photographer and as a producer/fixer/translator/driver, and my strength lies in my ability to care for both the creative and production sides of the business.

• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Portrait Photographer
• Event Photographer
• Fixer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Translator

I’m Taiki Beaufils. Over the last 5 odd years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with some great companies, working side by side to execute digital marketing strategies. My passion is to produce videos for brands and many Japanese tourism bureaus to help get results through the power of digital marketing and my video. I'm based in Tokyo-Kyushu-Bangkok.

• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Drone Operator

Professional videomaker with knowledge in many different fields of video production as such as executive, cast, scriptwriting, D.O.P, HD cameran, editing. My main field of experience: Social documentaries, Corporate Videos, educational content, NPO reports. My main field of interest: Cameraman, Direction.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Freelance director/videographer based in Japan. (Chigasaki-city) Bilingual (Japanese/English) Graduated from San Francisco State University with B.A. in cinema production in 1996. Experienced in documentary film(TV/Movie), commercial film production, etc. Previous work experience with NHK, WOWOW, Google, etc.

• Documentary DP
• Translator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I am a freelance journalist in Tokyo. I am experienced in politics, current affairs and lifestyle. I have done several video, web and print stories for Bild, India Today TV, India Today Web, CNBC to name a few. Do get in touch if you are looking for anything related to lifestyle, politics or current affairs in Tokyo.

• TV News Producer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Fixer

I am masa from Japan, the Commercial & Documentary videographer based in Tokyo. ▼ Equipment Main Camera: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro 2nd camera: SONY α7 III ILCE-7M3 ▼ Strengths ・ Creative production that is conscious of conversions such as attracting customers / purchasing / branding ・ Intermediate English and native Japanese

• Corporate Videographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Event Photographer
• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Commercial