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JOHN CLEESETo launch John Cleese's first-ever talk show on GB News, I was responsible for directing and delivering key elements of the campaign's promotional material: a feature-length look at the making of the show, the main series promo, press photography, radio adverts and stills elements for the poster. Working closely with Cleese, I shot & edited many deliverables myself using a combination of hybrid cameras (Sony FX6, Sony A7SIII, Fujifilm X-H2S & X-T5). The campaign was widely covered in mainstream media with mention of my work in the Times and METRO.
Executive Producer: Andrew Doyle
Producers: Martin Gourlay, Lottie Gazzard Creative Director & Photographer: Sidney Berthier Art Director: Jamie McKenzie Cinematography: Alasdair Tallentire Designer: Mila Graf Colourist: Alex Webb Composer: Ben Castle |
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
I graduated with a master's degree from the University of Cambridge at just 19. My ability to take on complex, high-stakes projects and deliver at a level beyond my years has been a defining aspect of my professional journey. I am a highly diligent, self-shooting and bilingual creative leader based in London, UK. With proven expertise across promotional campaigns, cinematography, offline and online editing, I have led high-profile creative projects for global brands such as Liberty Global, Channel 5, Paramount, and GB News, as well as short and feature films.
LIBERTY GLOBAL, London — Senior Creative Producer
AUGUST 2024 - PRESENT
• Lead film production across multiple countries, ensuring excellence from concept to final delivery
• Conceptualise, shoot, and deliver creative executions for internal communications, live A/V and events (headshots, show graphics, interviews)
• Pitch, script, and edit sizzle reels for C-suite executives, maintaining brand direction in A/V work
• Direct and produce on-set output, driving impactful storytelling
GB NEWS, London — Creative Director, Promos
OCTOBER 2022 - JUNE 2024
• Devised creative strategy with CEO and Head of Programming to drive show launches
• Produced and directed ‘The Dinosaur Hour Extra’, a feature-length Behind the Scenes show
• Built strong team dynamics and consistently exceeded expectations under tight deadlines
GB NEWS, London — Promo Director
FEBRUARY 2022 - SEPTEMBER 2022
• Directed shoots in studio and on location, working closely with talent
• Built and led a creative team under pressure
• Delivered a wide variety of creative executions (radio, TV, digital)
GB NEWS, London — Creative Editor
JUNE 2021 - JANUARY 2022
• Shooting and editing news content in a fast-paced live environment
• Published two essays in the British Guild of Film Editors magazine
• Shortlisted for the Creativepool Next Gen Talent of the Year award
PARAMOUNT, London — Creative Assistant
APRIL 2019 - JUNE 2021
• Produced promo trailers for Paramount’s TV and streaming channels, including franchises like Law & Order and Peppa Pig
• Edited impactful sizzle reels for internal and external use
• Improved efficiency in creative processes and media management
TVF Media, London — Junior Editor
MARCH 2018 - MARCH 2019
• Edited TV documentary assets for linear and VOD platforms, ensuring high-quality content delivery
• Versioned, QC'd, and delivered content to international broadcasters, meeting strict deadlines
• Ingested and archived legacy formats like Betamax and Hi-8, preserving footage for future use
NEWS UK, London — Account Manager
AUGUST 2016 - MARCH 2018
• Executed video ad campaigns for top brands like Hilton Worldwide, Comcast, and Samsung across 10+ territories
• Awarded the 2016 AOP Ad Ops Team of the Year prize with Unruly
• Managed account relationships and ensured successful campaign delivery
NEWS UK, London — Operations & Account Management Intern
SEPTEMBER 2015 - JULY 2016
• Managed client relationships with top agencies like WPP and Publicis, overseeing campaign planning and ensuring brand safety
• Learned to use activation platforms to track campaign progress and optimise performance
EDUCATION & TRAINING
University of Cambridge, 2014-15 — Masters in Screen Media and Cultures
University of Warwick, 2011-14 — BA (Hons) in Film and Television Studies
PromaxBDA UK — Directing Masterclass with Chris Balmond (2019)
NFTS Short Courses — Cinematography Short Course with Phil Meheux (2018)
KIT LIST
Own Fujifilm X-H2S & X-S20, experienced with Canon (R5C), Sony (A7SIII & FX6) & Blackmagic (Pocket Camera 4K & 6K)
Lenses: SIRUI Cine Lenses, Fujifilm & Viltrox
LIBERTY GLOBAL, London — Senior Creative Producer
AUGUST 2024 - PRESENT
• Lead film production across multiple countries, ensuring excellence from concept to final delivery
• Conceptualise, shoot, and deliver creative executions for internal communications, live A/V and events (headshots, show graphics, interviews)
• Pitch, script, and edit sizzle reels for C-suite executives, maintaining brand direction in A/V work
• Direct and produce on-set output, driving impactful storytelling
GB NEWS, London — Creative Director, Promos
OCTOBER 2022 - JUNE 2024
• Devised creative strategy with CEO and Head of Programming to drive show launches
• Produced and directed ‘The Dinosaur Hour Extra’, a feature-length Behind the Scenes show
• Built strong team dynamics and consistently exceeded expectations under tight deadlines
GB NEWS, London — Promo Director
FEBRUARY 2022 - SEPTEMBER 2022
• Directed shoots in studio and on location, working closely with talent
• Built and led a creative team under pressure
• Delivered a wide variety of creative executions (radio, TV, digital)
GB NEWS, London — Creative Editor
JUNE 2021 - JANUARY 2022
• Shooting and editing news content in a fast-paced live environment
• Published two essays in the British Guild of Film Editors magazine
• Shortlisted for the Creativepool Next Gen Talent of the Year award
PARAMOUNT, London — Creative Assistant
APRIL 2019 - JUNE 2021
• Produced promo trailers for Paramount’s TV and streaming channels, including franchises like Law & Order and Peppa Pig
• Edited impactful sizzle reels for internal and external use
• Improved efficiency in creative processes and media management
TVF Media, London — Junior Editor
MARCH 2018 - MARCH 2019
• Edited TV documentary assets for linear and VOD platforms, ensuring high-quality content delivery
• Versioned, QC'd, and delivered content to international broadcasters, meeting strict deadlines
• Ingested and archived legacy formats like Betamax and Hi-8, preserving footage for future use
NEWS UK, London — Account Manager
AUGUST 2016 - MARCH 2018
• Executed video ad campaigns for top brands like Hilton Worldwide, Comcast, and Samsung across 10+ territories
• Awarded the 2016 AOP Ad Ops Team of the Year prize with Unruly
• Managed account relationships and ensured successful campaign delivery
NEWS UK, London — Operations & Account Management Intern
SEPTEMBER 2015 - JULY 2016
• Managed client relationships with top agencies like WPP and Publicis, overseeing campaign planning and ensuring brand safety
• Learned to use activation platforms to track campaign progress and optimise performance
EDUCATION & TRAINING
University of Cambridge, 2014-15 — Masters in Screen Media and Cultures
University of Warwick, 2011-14 — BA (Hons) in Film and Television Studies
PromaxBDA UK — Directing Masterclass with Chris Balmond (2019)
NFTS Short Courses — Cinematography Short Course with Phil Meheux (2018)
KIT LIST
Own Fujifilm X-H2S & X-S20, experienced with Canon (R5C), Sony (A7SIII & FX6) & Blackmagic (Pocket Camera 4K & 6K)
Lenses: SIRUI Cine Lenses, Fujifilm & Viltrox