Chai’s experience in the camera department currently spans over 15 years in both commercials and narrative. She started out wearing multiple hats as a DP, Gaffer and AC in the indie film world. After a few years, Chai took a side-step to become a Camera Trainee and break in to TV dramas. She went on to become an experienced 2nd AC in dramas and commercials, with most of her days being spent on location as A-Camera Loader.
She spent years learning from highly skilled ACs on British drama and commercial sets, and spent her free time shooting whenever she could. With encouragement from a couple of her regular DPs, Chai began stepping-up to Operate in 2022.
She now works as a Camera Operator in commercials, documentaries and live events. Having completed the Steadicam course at Optical Support towards the end of 2023, Chai is also now working as an emerging Steadicam Operator in music promos and short films.
