Our Story
It all started with a knock on a blue door in London
I was a young Australian backpacker with some experience in television, a very keen attitude, and a Canon 7D DSLR camera in hand.
This wasn’t the first door I had knocked on. I’d spent weeks introducing myself, sharing my story, and asking for a chance – quickly learning that Londoners are very good at offering a polite “no thanks” to strangers knocking on their door looking for work in media.
But I simply love meeting people. I love taking photos, filming moments, crafting edits, and telling stories through visuals.
And the people on the other side of that blue door in London must have sensed some of that, because they gave me a chance – thanks Will! winglondon.com.
They let me in. They listened. And they trusted me with my first gig – filming the Southampton FC junior academy.
From that one shoot, a ripple effect began.
I met a guy named Mark, who asked if I wanted to shoot something else a couple of weeks later – I said yes – Thanks Mark! www.markwarmington.com
On that shoot, I was asked if I could travel to Cyprus to film content for the MARS ice cream brand – I said yes.
A month or two later, while browsing a North London op shop, my phone rang and I was asked if I was available the following week to shoot model Elle Macpherson.
I said… You’re kidding, right?
They weren’t kidding.
When I returned to Australia in 2014, that same ripple effect started again – this time on the Sunshine Coast, with my very first shoot with Springfree Trampoline. Not long after, Raw Lens Media was born.
And here we are today.
Raw Lens is now a team of four in-house creatives, supported by a trusted network of over 20+ Raw Lens creative suppliers nationwide.
We operate from our Sunshine Coast studio and produce photography and video content for brands and organisations all across Australia.
What hasn’t changed is the heart of why we do what we do.
We’re incredibly grateful to live out this opportunity – to connect with people, to create meaningful work, and to help brands share their stories through authentic, considered visual content.
We understand that one of the biggest challenges for businesses is connecting the dots – between an idea, a message, or a brand story, and a visual outcome that feels real, human, and captivating to the people you’re trying to reach.
That’s where we come in.
We connect those dots – beautifully, creatively, and with purpose.
Our Simple Process
Professional Video Production and Photography Made Easy
Your Project Kick-off
Tell us about your project goals and vision, either through our online form or by phone, to receive a tailored quote & proposal.
Detailed Planning & Preparation
Together, we'll design the perfect shoot plan to ensure we capture your complete vision.
The Shoot Experience
Our expert team ensures your shoot is a smooth, enjoyable, and effortless experience.
Refinement & Delivery
Receive high-quality, expertly edited videos and photos, delivered promptly and optimised for immediate use. Plus, we can help with content sharing if you need.
Our Mission
Based on the Sunshine Coast of Australia
Raw Lens Media is committed to crafting emotionally compelling stories that resonate deeply with authenticity, courage, joy, and connectivity. Our mission is to bring your vision to life through video and social media content that doesn’t just look good it speaks to the heart of your brand and the people behind it.
We don’t just create pretty pictures. We get to the core of your story, working collaboratively from concept through to delivery to ensure every frame, word, and emotion aligns with your purpose. Whether locally, nationally, or globally, we strive to evoke genuine connection and inspire your audience to become part of your community. Above all, we want you to be seen, heard, and understood in a way that moves, delights, and inspires action.
Ready to bring your vision to life?
If you have a brief, great! If you don’t, that’s okay too.
Leave a short message letting us know where you’re at with you or your brand’s vision and we’ll advise on the next steps!