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Andrii Palekha DOP

Andrii Palekha is a Ukrainian, a multi-talented filmmaker, producer experienced on film set either as Executive Producer, Unit Production Manager, Director of Photography, MoVI operator, Ronin operator, Aerial DoP, Drone pilot, Technical Director, Focus Puller, 1st Camera assistant, DIT etc. Andrii is well known in Thailand about aerial drone filming for various Feature films and Commercials when used heavy lifting drones with electronic stabilized 3-axis gimbals with hi-end cinema cameras. His engineering background is about gyro-stabilized heads for camera, specific dollies, rope platforms, custom build multirotors and any high-end industry-standard camera rigging for SFX.

Andrii is producer who can take your production to the next level, look no further. He is your trusted partner for video production excellence in Thailand. Works within your production budget and provide a transparent breakdown of expenses. No hidden costs, no surprises. With his experience, you’re setting the stage for a successful production long before the cameras start rolling.

 

Born              Andrii Palekha December 12, 1980 Kyiv, Ukraine
Nationality      Ukrainian
Occupation  Cinematographer
Phone            +66 83 0029127

 Email              palekha@filmservice.asia

 

IMDb               nm7973838/

 

Andrii’s Early Life and Education

Born in Ukraine, Andrii studies at Sterling High School in New Jersey in 1997. After completing his education there, he returned to Ukraine to pursue higher education at a European university in Kyiv. He studied in the faculties of Foreign Economics and Information Technologies, graduating in 2003.

Career Beginnings

Upon graduation, Andrii embarked on a career as an IT engineer, working in various government institutes and corporate businesses. His career in the tech industry laid a strong foundation for his future entrepreneurial ventures.

Founding Flycamstudio

In 2008, Andrii, along with a colleague, founded Flycamstudio (http://flycam.livejournal.com), an R&D company specializing in gyro-stabilized platforms and remote-controlled UAV drones. Over the years, Flycamstudio became one of Ukraine’s leading providers of aerial filming services for video productions, offering cutting-edge technology for capturing high-quality footage.

In an interview with STB TV channel, Andrii reflected on the journey:
“Over the years, we have gone from building small quadcopters by hand to developing professional multirotor systems capable of meeting the high-quality demands of film production. We understand the value of success and the importance of maintaining an impeccable reputation.”
Watch the interview here.

Relocation to Southeast Asia

In 2014, amid the political turmoil in Ukraine, Andrii decided to relocate to Southeast Asia. Settling in Bangkok, Thailand, he worked closely with both international and local filmmakers, contributing to the creation of exceptional films.

Film Service (Thailand) and Expansion in Southeast Asia

With a passion for the camera department and expertise in high-end drones, Andrii quickly became a valuable resource for a tight-knit community of Thai camera assistants and operators. Understanding the complexities of the local market and the demands of filmmaking, he partnered with Thai collaborators to establish Film Service (Thailand), a comprehensive “one-stop” destination for all types of film production services in Thailand.

Film Service (Thailand) offers an extensive range of stills and motion cameras, including lenses and accessories, as well as lighting and grip equipment. The company is known for its competitive pricing and commitment to delivering high-quality services for feature films, episodic productions, commercials, and documentaries.

Commitment to Quality and Cost-Effective Services

Andrii and his team focus on providing cost-effective solutions while ensuring the highest quality footage for film productions in Thailand. Their services help clients save on costs without compromising on the final product’s quality, making Film Service (Thailand) a trusted partner for filmmakers.

Get in Touch

Andrii is always eager to support video productions in Thailand. Whether you’re working on a commercial, documentary, or feature film, Andrii is ready to assist in any way possible. Contact him now to discuss your video production needs.

Portfolio:

Andrii’s portfolio range includes feature films, music videos, tv commercials, short films and documentary making. In Thailand Andrii has worked in American feature films:

 

First They Killed My Father

2017

Drone Pilot

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4882376/

Directed buy  Angelina Jolie

 

American Assassin

2017

 Drone Pilot

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1961175

Directed by Michael Cuesta

 

Worked in Chineese movies:

 

Tang ren jie tan an

(Detective from China town)

2015

Drone Pilot

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5290882/

 

 

Saat po long: Taam long

(Paradox)

2017

 

Drone Pilot

 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7245176/

 

 

 

Fei fan ren wu

(Extra ordinary mission)

2017

 

Drone Pilot

 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6690310/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Andrii works as Cinematographer in independent films:

  Userful Idiots 2021

Cinematographer

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20117156/

Directed by Gerard Maurez and Maurizio Mistretta

  Bet Dead Casino 2021

 Cinematographer (Thai part)

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12678274

Directed by Taffy Edwards

  Boat People: A 50 Year Journey 2024

Cinematographer (Thai part)

https://mayfairtheatre.ca/movie/boat-people-a-50-year-journey/

90-minute documentary film by Thanh Tâm

 

in short films:

 

 

 

Assassins Tale X 2024 Cinematographer

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33294507/

By Ron Smoorenburg

 

 

 

 

Way of the Balisong 2023

Camera Operator

 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27597627

By Paul Factora

 

 

Bangkok Vicious 2023

Cinematographer

 

By Sean C Kohnke And Ron Smoorenburg

 

Amphibious Princess  2018

Cinematographer

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8362742

 

By Ty Whittington-Scott

 

Andrii’s with his team provided film production services for:

 

 

Cursed 2024

 

Camera Equipment Supplier

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31145295

by Ekkachai Srivichai

 

 

Better than Sex 2019

 

Production Services & Film Equipment

 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11922002

with McDang

 

Redemption 2020

Production Services & Film Equipment

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13039282/

 

Soi Tanakan 2020

Production Services & Film Equipment

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13133372

 

by Maurizio Mistretta

 

Pacanki 9 –  TV Show 2024

Production Services & Film Equipment

https://newpatsanki.friday.ru/videos/s3/e1

 

Хотя бы в кино 2 (2023)

Production Services & Film Equipment

https://www.kinopoisk.ru/film/5275397/

 

by Ernar Nurgaliev

 

 

Providing Flm production support in Thailand for local and foreign producers, including local film crew, video and film equipment hire, Thai film permits, location scouting and management Andrii worked on various Music Videos, Corporates ans TV-commercials for Nike, Lacoste, Nissan, Ford, Armani, Casper, Lazada and many other brands https://www.filmservice.asia/filmline.html

 

External links

  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7973838Andrii’s  IMDB

  http://www.filmservice.asia/  Official site Film Service (Thailand)

 ( https://th.linkedin.com/in/andriipalekha ) Andrii Palekha at Linkedin

 (https://www.photo-news.net/2014/11/blog-post.html at PhotNews Ukraine

( https://www.startup.org.ua/2014/11/blog-post.html at Startup News

( https://focus.ua/ukraine/248388 ) at Focus Ukraine

Contact Andrii now to discuss roles your Thailand video production needs. He always ready to jump into action to support your production.


Andrii Palekha

 

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