Jacob
Neller
.Film
Break Out Of The Ordinary
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Break Out Of The Ordinary ✦
Wanted
I’m Jacob — filmmaker, storyteller, and proud escapee from the box. My work’s about freedom, collaboration, and chasing visuals that move people. I create because I can’t not, and I love working with people who get that — the ones chasing bold ideas.
Partners in Crime
Every great project needs a crew you can trust when things get bold.
Whether you need someone to light the scene, shoot the story, or take your idea from concept to final cut — I’m in.
End to End Production
From idea to delivery, I handle the full escape plan.
Concept development, shooting, editing — every step crafted to bring your story to life. No middlemen, no wasted time — just straight-up creative execution.
Director of photography
Visual storytelling is my getaway vehicle.
I bring a bold, cinematic eye to every project, balancing light, movement, and emotion to capture visuals that don’t just look good — they feel something.
Gaffer
Light makes the scene — and I make the light.
I design and execute lighting that sets the tone. Reliable, technical, and always up for creative problem-solving — the kind of partner you want on your next project.
Project Spotlight
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The Brief:
Create a romantic, warm video for the home page and social channels of a boutique kitchen product. The action takes place on a warm summer’s evening and celebrates the joy when a family gets together to share a meal.
The Process:
Knowing I would be working with children, I knew I wouldn’t have long to adjust the lights in between shots, so I leaned on a favourite trick of mine and lit the whole space we’d be working in so that I could roll with the action. I almost approached this as a documentary, rolling and letting the action unfold naturally.
The Kit:
Sony FX6, DZO Arles Primes, Aputure 1200X, 600C, 200x.
Project: Spring Oven - Brand Film
Joshua Vannes, Producer -
“Jacob is an unwavering force of creative energy. He has excellent vision and clarity and communicates these brilliantly. I am always happy to bring him in on client communications as he is personable and positive. On this project, Jacob captured the vision, planned the equipment needed and executed it with precision, using some beautiful lighting techniques to make the final output feel exactly like the brief and references described. He is always a technical asset to any team he is a part of and beyond that, he always encourages, keeps moral high and keeps momentum pumping”
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Project: Land Of The Living - Brand Film/Launch Video
The Brief:
Create a hero launch video for a new eco-friendly clothing brand. The goal was to reflect their authentic tone — bright, energetic, and natural — while keeping the focus firmly on the clothes and the people wearing them.
The Process:
I loved how the colours and textures of the collection popped, both in the clean studio setups and the outdoor park scenes. In the edit, the mix of static tripod shots and kinetic handheld moments gave the film a rhythm that felt alive — grounded yet full of movement. Natural light and subtle imperfections helped it all feel effortless and real, keeping that sense of authenticity at the heart of the final piece.
The Kit:
BMD Pyxis 6K, Canon FD vintage lenes, Aputure 600x, 300d(2), F22c & MC.
IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA
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IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA ✦
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
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Absolutely — sounds like you’re looking for an end-to-end solution. Let’s grab a coffee or jump on a quick Zoom call to talk it through. The first step is figuring out what you want this video to achieve — whether it’s to tell a story, launch a product, or build a brand presence.
Blelow is a link to a form you could fill out to let me know more about what you’re looking for:
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Definitely. Whether you’re a brand, agency, or independent filmmaker, I can jump in to shape the visual language of your project. From lighting setups to lens choices, I’ll help craft the tone, texture, and movement that bring your story to life.
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Absolutely. As a Gaffer, I can jump onto your crew to design and manage lighting setups that match the tone and pace of your shoot. Whether it’s a clean commercial look or something moody and cinematic, I’ll make sure every scene hits the right note.
Get in touch! I can bring on a team of sparks and even help organise a lighting package on your behalf.
