Mark Stewart
About Mark Stewart
Mark Stewart is a Lighting Cameraman and Motion Control Operator at Laika, specializing in model lighting and motion control operations. He has over 30 years of experience in the animation industry, including significant roles at various production companies.
Work at LAIKA
Mark Stewart has been employed at LAIKA, LLC since 2010, where he currently serves as a Lighting Cameraman and Motion Control Operator. His role involves overseeing the lighting and motion control aspects of various projects, including commercials and animated features. Stewart has accumulated over a decade of experience in the animation industry at LAIKA, contributing to the studio's reputation for high-quality animation.
Previous Experience in the Film Industry
Before joining LAIKA, Mark Stewart worked at Loose Moose Productions Ltd as a Director of Photography from 1995 to 2009. During his 14 years in this role, he gained extensive experience in cinematography. He also worked at Cosgrove Hall Films as a Model Lighting Cameraman from 1986 to 1991, where he focused on model lighting techniques. This background has provided him with a solid foundation in various aspects of film production.
Education and Expertise
Mark Stewart studied at Leeds Beckett University, where he developed his skills in cinematography and lighting. He specializes in model lighting and motion control operations, which are critical components in the production of animated films. His educational background, combined with his extensive industry experience, has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to excel in his current role.
Career Timeline
Mark Stewart's career in the film industry spans several decades. He began his journey as a Model Lighting Cameraman at Cosgrove Hall Films from 1986 to 1991. He then transitioned to Loose Moose Productions Ltd, where he worked as a Director of Photography from 1995 to 2009. After a brief period as Director of Photography at LAIKA from 2019 to 2020, he returned to his current position as Lighting Cameraman and Motion Control Operator, a role he has held since 2010.