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Gavin David Free is an English filmmaker, cinematographer, and slow-motion camera operator. He is best known for his work on the YouTube channel The Slow Mo Guys.
Mini Bio
Gavin Free is a British slow-motion cinematographer, YouTube personality, and internet celebrity. He is best known as one half of The Slow Mo Guys, a popular YouTube channel dedicated to filming various subjects in extreme slow motion. He also works as a camera operator for Rooster Teeth Productions.
Early Life
Gavin Free was born on May 23, 1988, in Oxfordshire, England. He attended the Abingdon School.
Career
Free began his career at age 17 working as a data technician for the British Ministry of Defence. In 2006, he joined Rooster Teeth Productions as a slow-motion camera operator, contributing to projects like Red vs. Blue. In 2010, he co-created The Slow Mo Guys with Daniel Gruchy. The channel quickly gained popularity, amassing millions of subscribers and billions of views. He has also directed slow-motion segments for various television shows and commercials.
Personal Life
Gavin Free resides in Austin, Texas.
Awards
The Slow Mo Guys have won several Webby Awards and Streamy Awards.
Channel Credits
Achievement Hunter is a live action comedy group. Watch us for daily videos, behind-the-scenes looks, internet challenges, and more!
The Slow Mo Guys, Gav and Dan, explore the world through captivating slow-motion footage. Experience everyday occurrences transformed into extraordinary visual journeys.
Behind the scenes footage and outtakes from The Slow Mo Guys. See what happens when the lab coats come off, plus technical explainers and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gavin Free?
Gavin Free is an English filmmaker, cinematographer, and slow-motion camera operator, best known for his work on the YouTube channel The Slow Mo Guys.
What is The Slow Mo Guys?
The Slow Mo Guys is a YouTube channel where Gavin Free and his co-host Dan Gruchy create videos showcasing various experiments and activities filmed in slow motion.
When did The Slow Mo Guys channel join YouTube?
The Slow Mo Guys channel joined YouTube in August 2010.
What type of content does Gavin Free create on The Slow Mo Guys?
Gavin Free creates slow-motion videos that capture various experiments and activities in high detail, often using high-speed cameras.
What is Gavin Free's role on The Slow Mo Guys?
Gavin Free is a co-host and the primary cinematographer for The Slow Mo Guys, responsible for filming and directing the slow-motion footage.
Is Gavin Free involved in any other projects outside of The Slow Mo Guys?
Yes, Gavin Free has worked as a cinematographer and filmmaker on various other projects, but he is primarily known for The Slow Mo Guys.
What are Gavin Free's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Gavin YouTube channels collectively have over 1,111.0M subscribers, more than 330,662.2M views, and have uploaded over 512.4K videos.
First name
Gavin
Last name
Free
Nickname
Gav
Birthdate
May 21, 1982
Age 43
Location
US
Years active
2008 - present
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