Mark Hobz, an Australian cinematographer and member of the Prestigious ACS (Australian Cinematographers Society) has been locked down in Dubai and unable to return to Helsinki during the global COVID19 crisis.

He has been involved in an array of projects since, feature films, commercials and music videos. Working with international directors Pedros Temizian, James Almuhanna, Charlotte Evans and Lloyd Bishop, Mark has fortunately been able to lens for clients such as Emirates NBD, ADCB, National Bank Kuwait, Dermaqual, Zomato, Nikon and Government of Dubai.

Originally from Australia and now based in Dubai, Mark is a cinematographer and member of the prestigious ACS.

The past nine years have seen him based in Finland and filming feature films, TV shows and commercials in all continents of the world, before landing in Dubai for a TV show for Lamborghini, which opened a new door to the middle eastern market. With the vast years of international work and experience, he is bringing a fresh eye to the middle eastern market.

Over the past year in the Middle East, Mark has been the DOP for commercial clients such as Mahindra, National Bank Kuwait, Emirates NBD, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, NPCC. And he was fortunate to shoot music videos, feature films with Neha Kakkar, director Nestar Dennis, director Keoni Mars, director Jasem Almuhanna, Nugen media, and director Ramin Sohrab.

Mark Hobz is an Australian cinematographer who has been based in Dubai since 2018. Having spent the last 9 years in Finland after leaving Australia, as well as travelling around the globe for work, Mark brings a fresh set of eyes to any project using his experience in film and light visuals. His work has covered feature films, commercials, TV shows and music videos. 

Besides working between longer narrative projects and advertising when behind the camera, he also co-produces productions with his knowledge of budgets and brings resourceful solutions to increase production workflow. He also teaches in workshops and assists R&D teams for film products, such as Sekonic and Lupo Lighting, to develop new tools for the industry. Mark's vast experience brings quick solutions and a non-stressful work environment when things get complicated.

Mark's cinematography visual style is very moody and atmospheric where needed. Being a steadicam operator also drives his visuals with movements.