I'm a filmmaker and videographer from The South West of England, and the co-founder of Level Films. I create brand and documentary stories defined by heart, humor, and striking visuals. I'm a collaborator at heart but equally effective working independently - from concept to completion. I actively embrace AI tools and tech to enhance, but not to dictate, my projects and storytelling. See the work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

James Dean

I'm a filmmaker and videographer from The South West of England, and the co-founder of Level Films. I create brand and documentary stories defined by heart, humor, and striking visuals. I'm a collaborator at heart but equally effective working independently - from concept to completion. I actively embrace AI tools and tech to enhance, but not to dictate, my projects and storytelling. See the work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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I’m a filmmaker and videographer from The South West of England, and the co-founder of Level Films.

I create brand and documentary stories defined by heart, humor, and striking visuals. I’m a collaborator at heart but equally effective working independently - from concept to completion. I actively embrace AI tools and tech to enhance, but not to dictate, my projects and storytelling. See the work at Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Work Experience

Co-Founder/Director/Producer at Level Films
January 1, 2008 - Present
Co-founded an independent film company focused on producing documentaries and personal films. Oversaw projects from inception to post-production, ensuring quality and narrative cohesion.
Freelance Editor at The One Show - Off the Fence
January 1, 2022 - Present
Edited content featuring wildlife and human interest stories, ensuring tight narratives and quick turnaround time.
Producer/Director/Editor at RAHEEM STERLING x CLARKS ORIGINALS
January 1, 2020 - Present
Directed and edited a short documentary introducing a collaboration between Raheem Sterling and Clarks Originals.
Lead Content Producer / Editor at PURE PURPLE AGENCY
January 1, 2021 - Present
Responsible for multi-format projects for Corporate clients, ranging from film to animation.
Shooting Producer/Director/Editor at INDIA'S GAME - Government of Odisha
January 1, 2023 - Present
Documentary short focusing on the history of Indian hockey and its place within the nation's psyche.
Videographer at RUGBYPASS - Sports Media Producer
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Created long-form interviews with Scotland International, turned Rugby Presenter.
Videographer at INSPIRING CHANGE - News UK / Sunday Times
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Produced a series of documentary shorts highlighting inspirational people and new technologies.
Shooting Producer/Director/Editor at THE ENDLESS WINTER 2: Surfing Europe - Channel 4
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2017
Award-winning feature length documentary, and YouTube shorts series; chart the evolution of Surfing through Europe. Broadcast on Channel 4 and worldwide, and winner of multiple festival awards.
Shooting Producer/Director/Editor at THE ENDLESS WINTER: A Very British Surf Movie - Channel 4
March 26, 2011 - September 30, 2012
Award-winning feature documentary, Broadcast on Channel 4 and Worldwide. Two British surfers chart the quirky history and evolution of their sport on British shores. Multi-format and multi duration.

Education

BA Hons Film & Television Studies at University of Roehampton
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education