Channel 4 / Blast! Films (3x60')
Exec Producer: Alistair Pegg, Commissioner: John Hay
TX: 2015
New series with Arthur Williams that explored the most remote and inhospitable parts of the world. Filmed in the Nepalese Himalayas, the Australian outback, and Northern Canada.
"stunning scenery, rarely covered communities and Williams’ passionate presence make for an engaging travelogue."
The Telegraph
"stunning aerial views, a landing at the worlds most dangerous airport, and a sensitive portrait of an ancient land in a hurry to join the 21st century. Well worth an hour of your time."
The Observer
ITV1 / Raw Films (3x60')
Exec Producer: Tim Wardle, Commissioner: Andrew O'Connell
TX: 2016
Worked on the original commission, and then Series Produced the second series. Built strong working relationships with Heathrow Airport, various airlines including British Airways, the Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service. Managed teams who intensively filmed across a four-month period. Looked after specialist filming including cable-cameras and cut the third film. TX'd to an audience of 3.7million.
BBC 2 / Raw Films (3x60')
Exec Producer: Tom Barry and Liesel Evans, Commissioner: Jamie Balment
TX: 2018
Worked from development to delivery, 'Flatpack Empire' is a landmark observational access series that explores the world of IKEA - undoubtedly one of the world's most successful, enigmatic, and recognisable global brands. I built and maintained strong access with the global brand, filmed around the world, managed teams through production, oversaw legal and compliance, and worked across stories in post-production.
"Flatpack Empire offers an intimate glimpse into IKEA's operation"
Financial Times - 5 stars
"Intriguing viewing"
TV Times
"Object lesson in how to make an observational documentary interesting, with great storylines and it felt real"
The Unmissables Podcast
"Flatpak Empire is a long way from a puff piece for those who read between the lines"
The Times - Critics Choice
BBC 2 / Raw Films (3x60')
Exec Producer: Tim Wardle / Tom Barry, Commissioner: Abigal Priddle
TX: 2018
A challenging series exploring a new £5 billion sewer being built under the Thames. Shot over 3 years, I built relationships, managed the strategic forward planning for the multi-year project, including finding the balance between actuality and Specialist Factual elements. Oversaw specialist filming including the use of drones, helicopter aerials and underground mini-cameras. Cut the second film.
"excellent documentary"
The Guardian
"informative and engaging television"
The Telegraph
BBC 2 / BBC Current Affairs (3x60')
Exec Producer: Sarah Waldron, Commissioner: Jo Carr, Patrick Holland.
TX:2020
Observational series following politicians, civil servants, Jobcentre staff and claimants as they navigate the new and controversial benefit system. Negotiated access with the Department of Work and Pension over six months –the first time for 25 years that cameras have been allowed into the department. Dealt with complex compliance issues with claimants. Managed three teams across the country and cut two episodes. TX February 2020.
"Clear-eyed and non-judgemental"
The Times
"a humanising look into the real-life consequences of political choices"
The Guardian
"4-stars"
Evening Standard / Financial Times
Pick of the day / week
The Guardian, The Times, The Sun, Daily Mail, The Telegraph
TOM SWINGLER
Channel 4 / Screendog (4x60’)
Exec Producer: Ed Kellie, Series Exec: Max Shapira, Edit Exec: Tom Garland, Commissioner: Alf Lawrie, Daniel Fromm, Cal Turner
TX: 2024
Series-edited a new fact-ent series exploring the role of juries in criminal trials. Fusing camera-rig, traditional long-form observational documentary, and drama, I supported casting, managing contributors and performing master interviews, scripting, gallery directing during the shoot, and was main liaison between the factual and drama teams. I cut episode 2, and finished episodes 3 and 4.
“An enthralling look at our judiciary”
The Guardian
“This heartrending experiment posed some of the most profound questions I've ever seen on primetime TV”
The Independent
“A bold and brilliant TV experiment”
The Times
UNIVERSAL CREDIT: INSIDE THE WELFARE STATE
THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL
FLATPACK EMPIRE
THE FIVE BILLION POUND SUPER SEWER
HEATHROW: BRITAIN'S BUSIEST AIRPORT
FLYING TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH