James Watson on an outside broadcast as a camera operator for live sports

James Watson

Camera Operator | Replay Operator | Technical Director

Member of the Guild of Television Camera Professionals (GTC) GTC Member • Multi-Skilled Operator • Fully Insured
BBC SportSky SportsTNT SportsITVWarner Bros Discovery

About Me

I'm a camera operator and multi-skilled operator (MSO) working across sports, live events, and studio production.

I've worked with BBC, Sky Sports, ITV, and Warner Bros Discovery on everything from Premier League football and international cricket to live music events and studio shows.

Whether it's operating cameras, running replays, technical directing, or managing the technical side of productions, I'm always focused on getting the job done right.

9+

Years Experience

1,000+

TX's
Completed

20+

Major
Broadcasters

15+

Sports Covered

17

Countries

James Watson at a vision mixer as technical director
James Watson operating a broadcast camera on a sports production

Job Roles

Core technical skills and expertise across broadcast production

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Camera Operating

Premier League, FA Cup, World Cup coverage, Cricket, Rugby, Basketball, and more. Experienced on a variety of camera positions.

  • OB Camera GT & Operator
  • Studio Camera Operating
  • PTZ & Robotic Systems
  • Sony FS7 Owner & Operator
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Technical Directing

Leading technical operations for live broadcasts, coordinating camera operations, graphics, replays, and overall production workflow.

  • Live Sports Events
  • Multi-Camera Productions
  • Workflow Coordination
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VMix Operating

Expert VMix operation for live streaming and broadcast productions, including custom GFX systems and integrated workflow solutions.

  • Live Streaming Production
  • Custom GFX Integration
  • Multi-Source Switching
  • System Design & Setup
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Replay Operating

EVS, 3Play, K2Dyno, Vmix Replay and Simply Live operation for sports and live events, providing instant replay and analysis.

  • EVS LSM Trained
  • Experience with Vizrt 3Play Operation
  • K2Dyno Operation
  • Vmix Replay
  • Highlights, Closers & Analysis Packages
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Technical Producing

Technical production management, crew coordination, and operational planning for complex broadcast productions.

  • Crew Coordination
  • Technical Planning
  • Resource Management

Selected Credits

Recent and notable broadcast productions

UEFA Conference League

Camera Operator

🏢UEFA
📡Zest4TV
August 2026

Scarborough Open Air Theatre

IMAG Director

🏢Cuffe & Taylor
📡Sunbelt Rentals
Artists Included: Nile Rodgers & Chic, The Sex Pistols, Scissor Sisters, James Taylor among many others.
July - August 2026

Beating Retreat 2026

Camera Operator

🏢Optical Media UK
📡Vivid Broadcast
July 2026

ICC T20 Women's World Cup

Technical Manager - Sports Presentation at Hampshire Bowl & Lord's

🏢RWS
📡ICC
June - July 2026

Mountbatten Festival Of Music 2026

Camera Operator (PTZ)

🏢Sound Credit
📡Optical Media UK
May 2026

Suffolk Senior Cup Final

Broadcast Director

🏢Vernum Broadcast
📡KAS Media
May 2026

Broadcasters & Clients

BBC Sport
Sky Sports
ITV Sport
BT/TNT Sports
Warner Bros Discovery
Timeline Television
EMG
NEP
Vivid Broadcast
Whisper Films
Sunset & Vine
Bloomberg

Get In Touch

Available for freelance opportunities and collaborations

Let's Work Together

I'm available for freelance opportunities as a camera operator, multi-skilled operator (MSO), and director. With experience across major sports, live events, and studio productions, I work across camera operating, technical directing, VMix operation, and technical production. Get in touch to discuss your next project.

Member of the Guild of Television Camera Professionals (GTC) GTC Member • Multi-Skilled Operator • Fully Insured
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Phone

07808 172564
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