Andy McLeod Underwater Cameraman & Camera Operator

Based on Tenerife in the Canary Islands, McLeod is widely regarded as one of the industry's leading underwater cameramen and Darius Khondji’s preferred camera operator for aquatic sequences. His work has taken him across the globe, from the icy waters of Antarctica to the coral reefs of Zanzibar.

McLeod began his career shooting natural history and documentary films, contributing to numerous productions for National Geographic, BBC, Discovery Channel, and Channel 4 (UK). Over the course of his career, he has completed more than 3,500 ocean dives.

In recent years, he has worked on a range of feature films and television dramas, including The Penguin Lessons, Project Lazarus, Papá o Mamá, and series such as La Palma, The Assessment, Jack Ryan, A Town Called Malice, Foundation, and The One.

He has also collaborated on high-end commercial campaigns with directors such as Jonathan Glazer, Martin de Thurah, Yoann Lemoine, and Megaforce.

Proficient with both digital (ARRI, Sony, RED) and 35mm film formats, McLeod is equally skilled operating and lighting in open water, tanks, and controlled studio environments.

When not on set, McLeod is a passionate cook and his seafood recipes are something of a legend.