Music Video Production Birmingham

I’m Louis Murrall — a Birmingham-based Director of Photography with 17 years of experience shooting music videos, commercials, and short films. I work with artists, labels, and management to create cinematic music videos that hold their own on any screen. Clients include Land Rover, the RSC, Adidas, and the BBC.

What I Bring to Your Music Video

Every music video I shoot is treated like a short film. That means proper pre-production, a clear visual language, and a director of photography who’s thinking about your video’s look from day one — not just turning up with a camera.

I shoot on cinema-grade kit including RED and Sony sysHow We Work Together

et in touch with a brief about your track, your vision, and your budget. I’ll come back to you with ideas, availability, and a quote.

For most music videos we’ll spend time on a discovery call or meeting before the shoot — understanding the track, the artist, the look you’re going for. That groundwork is what separates a music video that lands from one that just gets the shot.

I’m based in Birmingham and can travel UK-wide. I’ve shot music videos in the West Midlands, London, Manchester, and on location across the country.

Day Rates & Packages

My day rate as DOP varies depending on the scope, crew size, and kit requirements. Get in touch for a tailored quote — I’ll always be straight with you about what’s achievable at your budget.

DOP only (camera operator/cinematographer): from £650/day

DOP + full owner-operator kit package: from £950/day

Half-day rates available for shorter shoots

All rates are for UK-based productions. Travel and accommodation quoted separately for overnight or long-distance shoots. No hidden costs — what I quote is what you pay.

Frequently Asked Questions

tems with professional lens packages. I’ve shot everything from intimate acoustic performances to high-concept narrative videos with full crew and location. I cover Birmingham, the West Midlands, London, and the UK.

What you get when you hire me as your music video DOP:

17 years of professional experience across music video, commercial, and drama

RTS award-winning cinematographer

Full owner-operator kit package available

Pre-production support and visual development

Fast turnaround on rushes and proxy files

Comfortable working with directors, self-directing, or as a package with my production partner

Do I need a director or will you handle the creative?

Flexible. I’m comfortable working under a director, or I can take on the creative lead if you don’t have one. Many of my music video clients come without a director and we develop the concept together in pre-production.

Can you shoot outside Birmingham?

Yes. I’m based in Birmingham but regularly shoot across the UK. London, Manchester, and the wider West Midlands are all straightforward. Travel and accommodation are quoted separately for shoots requiring overnight stays.

Do you bring your own kit or do we need to hire separately?

I have a full owner-operator kit package including camera, lenses, lighting, and rigging. You can hire me as DOP only and source kit separately, or take my package. I don’t rent kit standalone — it comes with me as the cinematographer on your shoot.

How long does a music video shoot take?

ost music videos shoot in one or two days. Simple performance pieces can often be done in a half day. Narrative videos with multiple locations and costume changes typically need a full two days. I’ll advise on scheduling once I understand the scope of your video.

Book Your Music Video

If you’re planning a music video in Birmingham, the West Midlands, or anywhere in the UK and you want a cinematographer who’ll treat it with the same care as a feature film — get in touch.

Tell me about your track, your vision, and your timeline. I’ll come back to you fast with honest advice and a clear quote.