AR Specialist
Precision control advanced camera stabilisation system designed for seamless transitions between high and low shooting modes
Expertise & Capabilities
As an early adopter of virtual production and AR technology, I specialize in seamlessly integrating augmented reality elements into live-action cinematography. My work combines traditional camera operation skills with cutting-edge digital workflows.
Virtual Production Experience
Working with LED volumes, tracking systems, and real-time rendering engines, I bring a unique perspective to virtual production. My background in traditional camera operation ensures that technical innovation never compromises cinematic quality.
Specialized In:
- •LED volume stages with virtual backgrounds
- •AR-enhanced commercial productions
- •Virtual production pre-visualization
- •Mixed reality live events
- •Interactive branded content
“"Virtual production isn't about replacing traditional filmmaking—it's about expanding what's possible while maintaining the soul of the craft."”
Technology Stack
LED Volumes
Experience with major LED wall systems including ROE Visual, Sony Crystal LED, and other industry-standard virtual production stages.
Tracking Systems
Proficient with Mo-Sys, Ncam, and other camera tracking solutions for real-time AR overlay and virtual camera integration.
Real-Time Engines
Collaboration with Unreal Engine environments, understanding of real-time rendering workflows and virtual production pipelines.
The MK-V 'AR' Omega Revolution System
Next-generation camera stabilization combining Steadicam flexibility with jib arm boom range
Revolutionary Upgrade
After many years, the MK-V AR V2 has finally been upgraded to the Omega Revolution or ΩR. With new electronics/software and sensor technology, it's superior in resolution and far more reliable than the previous version.
Active Stabilization
The MK-V Omega System is the perfect addition to a regular Steadicam. Basically it's a roll cage, the camera sits in, mounted on top of a Steadicam rig. The Omega-R's electronic and software driven system actively stabilises the roll cage and with it the camera roll axis.
Key Capabilities
- •Switch from high-mode to low-mode in less than a second
- •Maintain perfectly level horizon during transitions
- •Move in 'mid-mode' over and under objects
- •Frame shots between ground level and 2.5 meters in seconds
Unprecedented Flexibility
The MK-V Omega rig can perform smooth tracking shots just like a regular Steadicam. In addition, the Omega gives the operator the ability to switch from high-mode to low-mode and vis versa in less than a second, whilst maintaining a perfectly level horizon during the shot.
As the Steadicam rigs center post no longer needs to be kept vertical the camera can now move in 'mid-mode' over and under objects like tables, counters or through window frames.
"The Omega combines the flexibility of a Steadicam with the boom range of a jib arm, taking body mounted camera stabilisation to a new level."
Modular Design
The MK-V Omega-R System's design is fully modular and lightweight. The design is made from the latest electronics, custom composites and alloys to give fast and precise response, excellent rigidity and support with very little weight. The MK-V Omega-R is an extremely solid build piece of equipment.
Versatile Applications
The Omega-R roll cage can also be utilised as a stand-alone unit in combination with regular camera support like fluid/geared heads and remote heads (stabilised 3rd axis) or even hand held. In combination with the fantastic iPhone app developed by Ruben Sluijter it is possible to dial the camera to any angle, record, playback and program roll moves without losing the benefits of the active stabilisation.
This tool a great addition to the Omega and brings it to it's full potential. The cage can spin the camera with over 360 deg. per second.
Although the MK-V Omega System has been designed to work with a great number of cameras - ranging from small HD to 35mm film and digital cameras - the lighter the camera setup, the greater the reach that can be achieved with the rigs center post extended.