About

Originally from Wrexham, North Wales, Steven Wyn Owen is an award-winning Director of Photography and Cinematic Brand Ambassador for Formatt Hitech Cinema Filters. Featured in Digital Filmmaker Magazine, Steven’s approach reflects his dedication to visual storytelling and technical excellence. Recognised for his entrepreneurial spirit, he won the Future Entrepreneur of the Year award at the 2012 Wales Quality Awards in Cardiff.

His work spans a wide range of project types, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to high-quality visual storytelling. From TV dramas to live sports and music videos, Steven has developed a refined, adaptable style that meets the unique demands of each medium. His ability to seamlessly transition between settings—whether crafting cinematic scenes, capturing live events, or building brand-focused visuals—reflects a comprehensive understanding of the technical and creative aspects required across different forms of production.

With roots in the camera department, Steven developed a deep technical foundation as a Camera Operator and his 2nd Unit leadership on productions like G’WED (ITV), 4 O’Clock club (BBC), Phoenix Rise (BBC) and Lagging (BBC). These roles have shaped his visual approach, establishing a seamless transition into his cinematography career, where he combines skill and creative insight across a range of genres.

Steven has built an impressive foundation in the film industry through extensive experience as a Camera Assistant on high-profile productions where he developed strong technical expertise and an eye for detail, supporting camera units in a range of challenging environments. This depth of assisting experience has been pivotal in shaping Steven’s approach, enhancing his precision, adaptability, and collaborative skillset as he advances in cinematography and camera operation.

Testimonials

“When working with Steven expect a lot of energy and enthusiasm. He always comes with ideas and strives to create something striking with what he has available.”

Daniel J. Harris - Producer, Focus Shift Films

“Steven is a wonderful asset to have on set as he will always offer up great suggestions and shot ideas that have proved to be fundamental when in the editing room. Steven can get really enthusiastic about a project and that energy brings a lot of positive vibes onto the floor.”

Leon Williams - Director, 'The Machine'

“Steven is a true collaborator and artist, and elevated my film with his creativeness and vision. He is a positive, imaginative person and his generosity - across the generations, and to crew with different levels of knowledge - is a huge bonus on set. An excellent DOP.”

Teresa Hennessy - Writer & Actor, 'How Can I Be Sure?'

"I couldn't have wished for a better, more collaborative DoP for my first short film. Steve was really well prepared, creative and supportive, and helped make our little film look way more expensive than it actually was!"

Christian Lett - Writer & Director, 'Disable/Enable'

Festivals

Official Selections

  1. Nightpiece International Film Festival (2017)

  2. Hellfire Short Film Festival (2017)

  3. St Neots Film Festival (2017)

  4. Cardiff Mini Film Festival (2017)

  5. KINNO [Moscow] (2020)

  6. Avalonia Festival (2019)

  7. Minute Madness Toronto (2019)

  8. The Gotta Minute Film Festival (2019)

  9. Cradora Micro-Movie Film Festival (2020)

  10. One Minute Story Film Festival (2019)

  11. Loch Ness Film Festival (2019)

  12. Berlin Flash Film Festival (2019)

  13. Austin Micro Short Film Festival (2019)

  14. Norwich Film Festival (2019)

  15. Florence Film Awards (2019)

  16. Life Screenings International One Minute Film Festival (2019)

  17. TMFF - The Monthly Film Festival (2021)

  18. Lift-Off Online Sessions (2021)

  19. Fillum International Storical & Short Film Festival (FISSF) (2021)

Finalists

  1. Brighton Rocks

  2. Oniros Film Awards - Monthly Edition

  3. European Cinematography Awards (ECA) (2022)

  4. New York Cinematography Awards (NYCA) (2021)

Awards

  1. Avalonia Festival IV - Award Winner (2019, Florida, USA)

  2. Indie Short Fest - Winner Best Microfilm (2019)

  3. Indie Short Fest - Winner Best Editing (2019)

  4. Independent Shorts Awards - Winner Best Microfilm (2019)

  5. Indie Short Fest - Winner Best Cinematography (2019)

  6. SHORT to the Point - Winner Mini Short (2019)

  7. IndieX Film Fest - Winner Best Microfilm (2019)

  8. International Film Festival of Wales - Welsh Dragon Award (2015)

  9. Cardiff Mini Film Festival - Best Music Video (2016)

Featured in Digital Filmmaker Magazine