Will Mackenzie is a London-based documentary director of photography whose work sits at the intersection of intimate, character-driven observational filmmaking and extreme, high-stakes environments.

 

For over a decade, Will has worked as Director of Photography, camera operator, and drone pilot for global broadcasters including Discovery, Apple TV, and the BBC, with work screened at international festivals such as Sundance, SXSW, and Sheffield DocFest.

 

He has collaborated on commercial and documentary projects for global brands such as Red Bull, HOKA, Virgin, and Intel.​

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Whether chasing an ultra-runner across the Italian Alps or uncovering the human angle of a deep-sea mining operation, Will has the situational awareness to operate in unpredictable terrain, from freezing temperatures to physically gruelling expeditions.​​

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Focusing on observational storytelling, Will specializes in projects that unfold over long periods, where access, patience, and trust are essential. His unobtrusive approach allows subjects to forget the camera, capturing authentic moments as they unfold.