Hello!
I’m Vlad—a Melbourne-based photo assistant with 17 years of experience in and around the photography world. I started out with an interest in shooting fashion, portraiture and landscape, and over the years, that evolved into a full-time career supporting photographers behind the scenes.
I spent 4.5 years managing the rental department at Specular in Collingwood, working closely with photographers to find the right lighting, grip, and camera gear for their shoots. That role gave me a deep, hands-on knowledge of equipment—and a solid understanding of what it takes to keep a shoot running smoothly.
Now working full-time as a freelance assistant, I’ve supported productions ranging from fashion editorials to major campaigns for brands like Nintendo, Country Road, Driza-Bone, Forever New, MECCA, Mattel, Isuzu, Toyota and Bunnings. I bring a calm, solutions-focused mindset to set, and I genuinely care about helping photographers do their best work—whether that means wrangling gear, troubleshooting, or just keeping things moving efficiently.
I also run GET A GRIP VAN—Melbourne’s only grip van tailored specifically for stills and small motion productions. It’s packed with reliable grip and lighting equipment, and available at competitive rates.
At the end of the day, my goal is simple: make your job easier. I bring experience, reliability, and a collaborative attitude to every project. Let’s make it a smooth one.
Need a hand on set or gear for your next shoot?