Based in Perth, Western Australia, Steadi-vision Australia is run by Jim Frater, a cinematographer with over 20 years experience worldwide.

Steadi-vision Australia can provide short-term gear hire and an experienced director of photography, underwater cameraman and steadicam operator. We can also put you in touch with additional operators, audio specialists, editing facilities and production houses for all your project needs.

Some of our clients include the BBC, Fox Entertainment News America, ABC Australia, Channel 9 Australia, Channel 7 Australia, Channel 10 Australia and Fox Sports Australia.





Jim has travelled widely throughout his career, filming in locations such as Mexico, Chile, England, USA, France, Papua New Guinea, Thailand, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Indonesia and Mauritius.

Jim has filmed in both remote and city locations for a variety of productions. He has experience filming corporate videos, short films, lifestyle programmes, drama series, documentary series, sporting events, news, current affairs programmes and feature films.

He is a proficient underwater cameraman, lighting cameraman and steadicam owner and operator.

Jim’s wealth of experience is evident in the high quality work he produces. He has a strong work ethic and will be an asset to any production.