Don't Take Our Word For It...
Making videos is a lot about preparation. Hard work and solid problem-solving are the keys to any successful project and nothing is more satisfying than when you get to implement and deliver a well-coordinated solution. That’s where the fun comes in.
With that in mind, here are a few thoughts and reactions from some of our clients and also our frequent collaborators who help make each job special. Don’t be surprised if you see them on your next video.
“When you find somebody good, you hang on to them.”
A word from our clients
Bharat Parmar
Patrick Persaud, Personal Stylist, Apogee Image Consultants
Armin Sachs
Sean Wiebersch
Paul Steels
Eddie Yu, CEO at EDCAN Ltd, UK.
Mark is one of those people who seems to be good at most things. Rarely have I worked with someone who has oodles of creativity, a sound strategic and logical brain, with technical skills to boot. As an award-winning photographer, Mark has naturally provided breath-taking photography for my brand but has also designed and built our website, produced, filmed, scripted and directed brand films for us, and has been an invaluable strategic sound-board for our marketing activity. He doesn't seem to sleep, manages to deliver high-quality work on time and on budget. What's more, his creative work is insightful, nuanced and beautifully crafted. I can't recommend Mark enough.
Bharat Parmar, CEO
Genco Male Grooming
Case Study: Genco Male Grooming
I have worked with Mark on several creative projects so as to refresh and update my website together with the production of a promotional video that highlights the services I offer. With each of the briefs, he has quickly grasped my vision and understood exactly what is required, through detailed research and meticulous planning.
At all times he has put me at ease, with his personable manner and willingness to go that extra mile and beyond. I would highly recommend Mark for his creative services and depth of knowledge.
Patrick Persaud, Image Consultant
Apogee Image Consultants
Case Study: Patrick Persaud
As the CEO of leading German cigar retailer Noblego, I first had the pleasure of working with Mark on a full-page advertisement for renowned Cigar Journal Magazine. Given that this was our first appearance in print media, we had yet to develop how we should approach their readers, what message to convey and what the potential of our advert could be.
However, by asking all the right questions, Mark quickly developed a vision of how our advertisement could look. Working together with his crew, they diligently planned a shoot, and with his tremendous guidance, it quickly resulted in some astonishing results. Within half a day, not only had we produced the necessary photographs for the ad, but we had also shot a short, brand identity video(which Mark suggested, as the synergies of doing both at the same time seemed to be too good an opportunity to miss).
Meeting for the final review, I was shocked. With only very little input regarding either the advert or video's content, their arrangement and what copy should be used, Mark had created something that far exceeded my expectations. Not only was this a beautiful campaign with beautiful imagery, but also one that was full of well-thought-out details.
Mark’s vast experience in this field, his sense for beauty and detail, together with all the diligent research he did and all the ideas he contributed, leave me no doubt that we'll be happily working with him again in the future.
Armin Sachs
Managing Director
Solid Taste GmbH
Case Study: Noblego Cigars
Mark Esper's team were fantastic. They showed up with a concept and a mastery of process which allowed me to focus on my ideas, needs and performance and also find both my voice and smile whilst in the spotlight. Throughout the shoot, they were professional, focused, creative and so much more. Always supportive and patient, they reassured me and let me be in the moment when I needed to be. For a video to be shot in both in English and in German, this was quite a feat, all to be done in one day.
I was more than satisfied with the experience and when I saw the final videos I was blown away. They were even better than I could have hoped for. Definitely my choice for future video projects, hands down.
Sean Wiebersch
Founder, Praxis für Gesundheit und Sexualität
Case Study: Sean Wiebersch – Praxis für Gesundheit und Sexualität
I've worked with Mark on numerous and varied projects over the years, including shooting film auditions, marketing campaigns and various photography projects. In that time, I've always found Mark to be a very inspirational, patient and creative individual, who takes both his and my own goals into account in a very measured and relaxed fashion.
Paul Steels
Actor
Case Study: Showreel - Paul Steels
I've had the pleasure of both working with Mark, learning from him and also being a model for his photographic shoots. His skill is second to none and he thoroughly knows his craft. I would without a doubt recommend him as a photographer, teacher and professional in every aspect.
Eddie Yu, CEO
EDCAN Ltd
and the talented people who've worked with us
Pascale Recher
Kieron Jansch
Mykal Riley
Stiofàn O'Doherty
Nora Belovai
Marie-Louise Overgaard
Robin McKay Bell
Paul Gallagher
I have known and worked with Mark for a while now and I always admire how he always manages the team. He makes sure everything is clear beforehand, that everyone knows the terms, conditions, artistic brief and constraint of a project, and that everyone has what they need to work properly. For me it's great as I can prep accordingly, share any concerns and know that the project will unfold smoothly. Mark has a great artistic sense, linked to a great business sense. This is a really powerful and winning combination for any client.
Pascale Recher
Professional Hair and Make-up Artist
https://www.pascalerecher.com
Worked on: Psycho
I have worked with Mark Esper on countless projects over the years, and each and every one has been an absolute pleasure as a result. Whatever the project, Mark’s meticulous preparation, eye for detail, and work ethic, are second to none. Combined with his innate talent for photographic composition and an unselfish generous nature, he’s also the ideal person from whom to learn from. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Kieron Jansch, Founder
Manned Camera Ltd
Worked on: Patrick Persaud, Printing Liquid Gold, Psycho and Surf Recon
Mark is an amazing, creative image-maker full stop. What’s better is that he’s a proper pleasure to work with, dedicated, reliable and quick. A real professional and a real gent to boot. Highly recommended.
Mykal Riley
Communications Manager
UCL Mechanical Engineering
Worked on: Truther
Mark Esper is a huge talent. From approaching the script work to the final colour grade, he is heavily involved with good idea after great idea. He listens, responds and directs with clarity and collaborative intent. I was pleasantly surprised how detailed and thought through his vision was right up until “that’s a wrap”.
Stiofàn O'Doherty
Professional Actor
Worked on: Psycho
Mark is simply a blast to work with. I love how organized he is and his eye for detail is outstanding. His professionalism, passion and love for the job he’s doing saturates every single part of the process and the actual shoot as well. He always has a particular vision, which he communicates clearly, and he’s also open to ideas which makes it super nice to collaborate with him.
There’s trust, respect and fun on the projects I worked with him and this has a lot to do with his personality. This is important for me because I know that whatever we do together is going to make sense, look sleek and we’re going to enjoy it.
Nora Belovai
Professional Make-up Artist
http://norabelovai.com
Worked on: Patrick Persaud and Genco Male Grooming
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Mark on multiple projects now, and I have always felt like a part of the team. Mark makes sure everyone knows what is needed for the project to be successful.
I have watched how he interacts with the clients and how he makes everyone in the room feel comfortable. Mark has an eye for detail that I have seen in only a few other individuals. He makes sure to think about the entire project, before embarking on the journey, that way potential obstacles are discovered early on in the planning process. I highly recommend working with Mark.
Marie-Louise Overgaard
Overgaard Media Solutions
Worked on: Noblego Cigars, Boner Store, Atelier Mengerzeile, and Praxis für Gesundheit und Sexualität
I was Mark's editor on his photo book project: "Conflicted: London's Faces of Protest". Over a period of several months, we sorted through hundreds of photos to create a powerful narrative for the demonstrations he'd shot. Each photo had to stand on its own and also contribute to a chaptered story. Mark never settles for second best. He's an extraordinary person with many talents who achieves excellence in any project he undertakes. Expect great work from a smart man.
Robin McKay Bell
Social Entrepreneur, Author
Room For Work Charity
I worked with Mark for many years in the London Screenwriters’ Workshop, a UK training charity with over 1,000 members where he delivered successful workshops on both script and short films. I've always been impressed by his scripts, which are always economic and punchy, delivering a fast visual narrative with a brevity of dialogue.
Mark is not only a very talented visual narrator, in film and photography, but he listens to clients, and delivers very exact and perfected pieces of work.
Paul Gallagher
Director Twelve Chairs Films
Academic Advisor MA Screenwriting, Birkbeck College, London University
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