I am an experienced and creative specialist factual and natural history PD with a strong science background, but keen and able to work across a variety of genres. During my decade in television, I have worked for many different types of productions including landmarks, expeditions and quick turnaround shows. I have a range of directing experience a... Read More

I am an experienced and creative specialist factual and natural history PD with a strong science background, but keen and able to work across a variety of genres. During my decade in television, I have worked for many different types of productions including landmarks, expeditions and quick turnaround shows. I have a range of directing experience across different budgets and locations - from complex natural history shoots (kayaking with orcas, forest elephants) to smaller contributor driven stories (Science's Greatest Mysteries), to presenter lead shows (Solar System). I have directed shoots in North and South America, Europe and the UK. A key strength is my ability to construct compelling overarching narratives from science stories. I've worked on CGI heavy productions (The Planets II, One Day on Mars), and so am familiar with the process and liaising with graphics houses, and making the most of budgets. I am a passionate photographer and my shots have been used to promote many of the films I’ve worked on. My first job in television was as a trainee science researcher at the BBC, a position for which I was selected out of 650 applicants. Read Less