OUR TEAM
From mountain ridges to brand campaigns — we are the creative expedition crew behind UBAC Media.
Who we are
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Mark Fitzsimons
CO-FOUNDER & PHOTOGRAPHER
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JOSIE CAIRNS
CO-FOUNDER & PRODUCER
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I grew up in Ireland, far from any mountains, but everything changed after a backpacking trip through Asia led me to the Himalayas. A two-week hike around the Annapurna Circuit was the spark that pulled me into the world of mountains.
I’d already been behind a camera since 2007, when a media degree turned my interest in music production toward film and photography. Years of shooting landscapes taught me patience and an eye for light, but I wanted to go further - to tell human stories from high, remote places.
Learning to move safely through those environments took time: skiing, climbing, failing, and starting again. Ubac.Media grew out of that process - a space to combine technical skill, storytelling, and a love of wild places.
I’m inspired by people who push their own limits, not for glory but for curiosity and joy. My goal is to make work that feels honest, cinematic yet grounded, reminding us to protect these places and live fully in the one life we have.
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Raised as a dancer, I developed a deep understanding of movement, timing, and flow — skills that translate seamlessly to alpine adventure and visual storytelling. Moving to Chamonix introduced me to the mountains, and I quickly discovered a new kind of rhythm: the way the terrain challenges both body and mind, and the connections it sparks between people.
I’m passionate about telling stories through the lens of human experience in the outdoors. I thrive when planning a shoot, moving with the team in remote terrain, and shaping the narrative alongside the visuals. At UBAC Media, I bring together logistics, vision, and talent so your story comes alive — in the wild, not behind studio walls.
Our Network
We’re supported by a curated network of freelance photographers, videographers and production crew around the world. When your project demands bigger scale (multi‑week expeditions, athlete teams, remote terrain), we can bring in the right people — and lead the shoot from start to finish.
Whether we’re three people on skis or six people on ropes, our process stays the same: plan for terrain, anticipate conditions, shoot with purpose.
how we work
Listen & Understand – We begin by understanding your brand, your product, your vision.
Plan for Terrain – We match narrative, athletes, gear and environment. Logistics and safety are baked in — so we can focus on visuals.
Create & Deliver – On location and in post‑production, we deliver photography and film tailored for your channels.
Partnership & Beyond – We don’t just shoot and leave. We stay invested in your message, your audience and your next move.
OUR VALUES
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We go where most don’t: into ridges, glaciers and alpine summits. Because real terrain drives real stories.
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The outdoors isn’t our backdrop — it’s our origin. We move fast, shoot hard, stay curious.
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Your brand is the mission; we are your team. We bring attention to detail, reliability and a shared commitment to the shot.
Join the team
We’re always interested in new talent: if you’re a freelance photographer, videographer or story‑maker who thrives in the wild and brings craft to the frame, we’d like to connect.
For brand partners looking to tell their adventure‑story — we’re ready when you are.