Award-winning Director specialising in beautifully crafted, observational documentaries, which blend humour, curiosity, and sensitivity. I focus on unique human-interest stories and unconventional topics, shining a light on the diverse and eccentric facets of society. From life-changing journeys to quirky families and offbeat businesses, my approach is playful yet emotionally compelling. Over the past six years, I’ve made nine prime-time single films, including ‘Swingers,’ the C4's highest-rating new 10PM show in years, the Broadcast Award-nominated ‘The Man with a Penis on His Arm,’ 'Dame Judi & Jay: The Odd Couple' featuring Dame Judi Dench, and the critically acclaimed 'Me and the Voice in My Head,' which won both ‘Best Documentary’ and ‘Best Presenter’ at the Grierson Awards.
KEY SKILLS:
• Excellent handheld shooter (FX9, FX6, FS7, C300)
• Great people skills – able to form an instant rapport with contributors from all walks of life including high profile talent.
• Comfortable filming in unpredictable and volatile environments.
• Strong script writer.
• Very accomplished Editor (Avid).
• Senior Edit Producer - a clear understanding of what works narratively.
• Development – Filmed and edited multiple taster tapes, which have led to commission.
• Negotiating and maintaining complicated access.
• Used to handling tricky compliance issues.
AWARDS / NOMINATIONS:
* RTS Craft Awards – Nomination – “Best Director” – 'Me and the Voice in My Head' (2024)
* The Grierson Awards - Winner - "Best Sing;e Documentary", "Best Presenter " – 'Me and the Voice in My Head' (2024)
• RTS East - Nomination - “Best Specialist Factual Documentary” - “The Man with a Penis on His Arm” (2023)
• Broadcast Awards Nomination – “Best International Sales” – 'The Man with a Penis on his Arm' (2023)
• The Grierson Awards - Nomination - “Best Constructed Documentary Series” - 'Idris Elba’s Fight School' (2022)
• RTS Yorkshire - Nomination - “Best Factual Entertainment Documentary” - 'Second Hand for 50 Grand' (2022)
• The Grierson Awards - Shortlist - “Best Entertainment Documentary” - 'The Pet Talent Agency: Barking Mad' (2020)
• Sheffield Doc Fest - C4 First Cut Pitch Winner (2017)
• Broadcast Hot Shot (2014) • BAFTA Cymru - Nomination – "Best Short Film” – 'The Ref' (2012)
• San Jose Short Film Festival – Official Selection – 'The Ref' (2012)
OTHER:
• Full clean driving licence.
• Regional (based in Chelmsford, Essex)
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