I am an experienced Producer Director, predominantly working within the fields of documentary and factual entertainment, including a number of first series requiring extra developmental production to sculpt the format. I am very skilled in working with presenters and talent, ensuring they ar... Read More

I am an experienced Producer Director, predominantly working within the fields of documentary and factual entertainment, including a number of first series requiring extra developmental production to sculpt the format. I am very skilled in working with presenters and talent, ensuring they are well briefed so as to be comfortable and confident delivering to camera. I have line produced, produced and directed drama from vignettes to complete reconstruction with fully scripted scenes. I also have comprehensive post production experience in the edit including scripting, selecting music, GFX and recording VO. I am practiced in accommodating notes and liaising with S.P.s, Execs and Commissioners where needed and proficient in working to tight deadlines. I also have extensive knowledge of archive and licensing. I self-shoot (FS7, FX9, C300 and GoPros), as well as owning a Sony A7 kit. I hold a current US iVisa.
I’m not easily unnerved, reacting quickly and effectively under pressure. I am reliable, flexible and work with persistence to find strong contributors with unparalleled stories. I am comfortable dealing with sensitive situations and negotiating access and work well both independently and as part of a team. I enjoy managing teams and working closely with local fixers and crews.
Outside of work I actively follow my interests and passions, mostly around water. I've been a member of The Shark Trust for over 20 years and have my PADI Advanced Open Water diving licence which I've exercised in worldwide research expeditions with scientific organisations such as the Shark Research Institute and The Manta Trust.  I am a member of the Natural History Museum, Chatham House and also have a keen interest in art and have attended several art history courses in recent years. 
I have two (older) children and before my career in broadcast television, I was an aircraft dispatcher for bmi British Midland and Virgin Atlantic in London and New York, where I thrived on the pressure and responsibility of my role.