Josh Maguire is a Brisbane-based Director, Photographer and Cinematographer. With 15 years experience in high end photographic production, Josh brings an agile, hands-on approach to motion. Coupled with a passion for emotional storytelling, he strives for honesty and authenticity across both mediums. 

Josh is a real jack-of-all-trades - whether he’s behind the camera, directing talent or cutting a tight 30”, he’s in his element. A stickler for the details and a camera nerd through and through, he’s all about crafting the perfect aesthetic, constantly striving for the highest quality image possible.

At his core, Josh loves telling real people’s stories and working with non-professional talent to create work that’s genuine and sincere.

After a commission from the Tate Modern to film a short documentary on the renowned artist Richard Bell, Josh’s network in the Australian art community grew. He documented Richard’s 2019 trip to the Venice Biennale; footage which would later be used in the feature length doco “You Can Go Now” (2023). He has since become a collaborator with many other leading art practitioners and institutions, such as Judy Watson, Vernon Ah Kee, D Harding, and frequently works with the State Library of QLD and Museum of Contemporary Art on video and stills commissions.

Josh also has a particular passion for food. Born out of years working in high end restaurants, (including a stint in a Michelin starred joint in Berlin), his in-depth knowledge of hospitality gives him the edge when shooting food and beverage briefs.

From capturing hollywood superstars like Paul Rudd and Jack Black, to meticulously lighting a beautifully crafted tabletop food shot, Josh’s calm and unflappable demeanour has earned him opportunities with top clients such as Uber, Sony Pictures, QUT, Weet-Bix, XXXX Gold and the Australian Defence Force. His versatility and composure under pressure make him a go-to professional for a diverse range of projects.

Equipment List

Canon C500 Mark 2 5.9k Video Camera Package

Canon R5 45mp Mirrorless Stills Camera Package

Contax G2 35mm Film Camera Package

DJI Mavic 3 Pro 5.1K Drone Package

Contax/Carl Zeiss Full frame Cine Primes (8 lens set) - 15mm f3.5 - 18mm f4 - 21mm f2.8 - 35mm f1.4 - 50mm f1.4 - 85mm f1.4 - 100mm f2.8 Macro - 135mm f2.8

Canon L Series Lenses - 70-200mm f2.8, 100m f1.8 Macro, 35mm f1.4

Sigma Art Series Lenses - 50mm f1.4, 24-70mm f2.8

DJI Ronin 2

DJI Ronin RS2 w/ Raveneye Video Transmitter

Teradek Bolt 500 XT Deluxe Kit (1 x receiver, 1 x transmitter)

SmallHD 1703 P3X 17” Client Monitor w/ V-mount Battery Power + Matthews Rolling Stand

Atem Mini Pro Iso AV Switcher (for remote Zoom call Client Split)

EyeDirect Folding Mark E - Teleprompter/Eye contact interview device

SmallHD Cine 7 On-Camera Monitor

Sennheiser AVX Wireless Lav Pro Mic Kit x 2

Rode NTG4+ Shotgun/Boom Mic w/ Blimp

Aputure 300D and 600D Daylight COB Lights, modifiers

Aputure Amaran T2C 60cm RGBWW LED Tube Light w/ 45deg grid

Aputure Amaran T4C 120cm RGBWW LED Tube Light w/ 45deg grid

Aputure Amaran P60C RGBWW LED Panel w/ softbox and 45deg grid

Creamsource Micro LED Panels x 2

Profoto D2 Air 1000Ws Mono 2-Head Kit- incl. Air remote trigger, modifiers

Profoto B10+ 2 Head Kit- inc. Air remote trigger, modifiers

Broncolor Senso 2 Head Kit, modifiers

Magliner Junior Production Trolley

2020 VW Caddy Camera Van w/ 240V power and drawer fridge

Kupo 8x8’ Butterfly Frame w/ Matthews 1/4 Grid Cloth, 1/4 Silk Cloth, White Bounce, Full Black

2 x 40x40” Matthews Floppy Top Hinge Black

40x40” Matthews 1/4 Silk Skrim