Work with an Underwater Cinematographer in the Field
I work as an underwater cinematographer in Mexico, supporting production companies in planning, accessing, and filming marine wildlife sequences. I also work with productions around the world.
My role often starts before filming and continues through the shoot. I help teams work efficiently in the field, understand animal behavior, and operate within permits and protected areas.
Marine Cinematography Services in Mexico
Underwater Cinematographer
I film marine wildlife in open ocean, coastal, & reef environments, working with behavior to capture accurate and epic sequences behavior, and field decisions.
Production Support in Mexico
I help international crews operate locally including permits, marine logistics, & coordination with protected areas.
Stock Footage Licensing
I have a library of 4k marine wildlife footage filmed across Baja California and the Mexican Pacific for commercial use.
How I Work as an Underwater Cinematographer in Mexico
- Pre-production planning: Location scouting, timing, species behavior, feasibility.
- Permits and access: Support with filming permits and protected areas in Mexico.
- Field production: Underwater cinematography, drone work, long lens, in-water direction.
- Local coordination: Boats, crew, safety divers, logistics.
- Post support: Sequence thinking, selects, and editorial input when needed.
If you are planning a natural history production or need underwater filming support in Mexico, feel free to reach out.
WHAT I FILM
Areas of Focus
Orcas and Marine Mammals
I film orcas, dolphins, and baleen whales, focusing on behavior, group dynamics, & feeding strategies.
Manta Rays and Sharks
My work includes giant manta rays, mobula rays, and sharks, focusing on predation, aggregation & interactions.
Open Ocean Events
I document bait balls & large-scale events where multiple species interact; moment that require timing, access & patience.
Underwater Cinematography in Mexico
I spend most of my time filming and studying marine wildlife in the Mexican Pacific. My work is guided by behavior, timing, and long-term observation—an approach that shapes how I operate across different environments and production needs. I work as an underwater cinematographer throughout Mexico and travel internationally depending on the project.
Capabilities
- Underwater filming to 50m across open ocean and reef systems.
- Drone operation for marine wildlife sequences.
- Long lens wildlife filming from vessel.
- Low light and underwater lighting control.
- Pole cam and remote camera systems.
- Still photography for editorial and scientific use.
- Editing and sequence development support.
Permits & Field Access
- Work conducted in compliance with Mexican regulations.
- Experience with commercial and scientific permits.
- Filming in marine protected areas.
- Coordination with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
- Collaboration with researchers and scientific teams.
- Partnerships with conservation organizations.
- Responsible and low-impact filming practices.
Filming Locations
- Baja California Peninsula
- Gulf of California
- Guadalupe Island
- Revillagigedo Archipelago
- Cabo Pulmo National Park
- Mexican Pacific
Why work with me
Field Experience
I’m not only there to operate a camera. I’ve spent years in the water observing the species I film; I know how they behave + when to be there.
Efficiency + Awards
I help productions work efficiently and avoid wasted time. My work is award-winning, built on sequences that hold up in real conditions.
Broad Capability
I take on different roles in the field, from planning + logistics to filming, working with a range of equipment, adapting to each production
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Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Erick Higuera offer
I provide underwater cinematography, production support, filming permits coordination, marine logistics, and stock footage licensing for natural history productions in Mexico.
Can Erick help productions film in Mexico?
Yes. I work with international crews to plan shoots, secure permits, and coordinate field operations in marine environments.
Where does Erick Higuera work most often?
I work mainly in Baja California, the Gulf of California, Guadalupe Island, and Revillagigedo, as well as other parts of the Mexican Pacific.
Is footage available for licensing?
Yes. I maintain a stock library of marine wildlife footage available for documentary, broadcast, and educational use.