I’m a hands-on creative with over 15 years of experience producing cinematic branded films, shortform social content, and high-impact stills. I’ve led successful campaigns for brands like Jaguar Land Rover, MG, and Manchester United, specializing in fast-turnaround shoots and edits that connect with audiences.
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Revenge. Precision. Chaos. Behind the Scenes of a Modern Bounty Tale.
“Join a ruthless bounty hunter on his latest mission as he tracks down his next target in Kill List. But when the hunt becomes personal, the stakes are raised and revenge takes centre stage.” This short film is a visceral dive into a larger world—one filled with tension, grit, and unexpected turns. Written and directed by James Millar, Kill List is more than just an action piece; it’s a character-driven thriller with cinematic ambition and grassroots execution.
Kill List is a gritty neo‑noir short thriller set in the heart of Northampton — written, directed, and shot by James Millar. Blending bold colour, tense pacing, and award‑winning cinematography, the film follows a revenge story rooted in the industrial soul of “ShoeTown.” Shot on location with a raw, atmospheric style, it captures both the grit of the streets and the precision of its craft. This gallery showcases the finished film alongside behind‑the‑scenes moments, offering a glimpse into the creative process from first shot to final cut.
I was commissioned by fellow creative Trigger of Triggershoots, to handle the editing for MG’s new Cyberster studio campaign. Over the course of two days, I produced three separate edits from the studio‑shot footage, shaping the content into dynamic, engaging pieces that showcased the car’s design and energy.
My responsibilities included:
Structuring and pacing the edits to highlight key design features
Applying colour grading and finishing for a polished, cinematic look
Delivering multiple versions tailored for social media rollout
Both Trigger and the client were extremely happy with the results, with the final edits helping MG bring the Cyberster launch to life across digital platforms.
Range Rover’s Materiality series reimagines what modern luxury means in automotive design, guided by seven core principles that explore sustainable, tactile, and ethically sourced materials shaping the brand’s future.
As Creative Director and Director of the films, I was responsible for shaping the visual language of the series and ensuring each principle was expressed with cinematic clarity. My role spanned the full production process:
Direction & Cinematography – I directed all five films, operated the camera, and designed the lighting to create a tactile, immersive aesthetic that reflected the campaign’s focus on material innovation.
Post‑Production – I personally handled the edits and colour grading, ensuring a consistent tone and visual identity across the series.
Collaboration – I worked closely with our CG lead, sound designer, and editor to integrate full CG elements, immersive soundscapes, and layered storytelling into the final films.
The result was a suite of films that brought Range Rover’s Materiality principles to life — blending live action, design detail, and crafted post‑production into a cohesive narrative about the future of modern luxury.
This exclusive collaboration between Jaguar TCS Racing and Savile Row’s legendary Henry Poole & Co brings together two worlds defined by precision, performance, and heritage. Directed, shot, and edited by James Millar, the film and gallery capture the artistry of bespoke tailoring alongside the cutting‑edge innovation of electric motorsport. From the workshop’s meticulous hand‑stitching to the racetrack’s high‑velocity drama, every frame tells a story of craftsmanship, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.
Director’s Statement
This project began as a spark — the idea that the precision, discipline, and elegance of motorsport could be mirrored in the artistry of bespoke tailoring. I wanted to create more than a brand collaboration; I wanted to tell a story where heritage craftsmanship and high‑performance engineering shared the same frame.
From concept to final delivery, I was immersed in every stage of the process. I developed the creative direction, shaped the narrative, and personally directed the shoot. I lit the scenes, operated the camera for the majority of the production, and carried the project through the edit and grade. Every choice — from the angle of a spotlight to the pacing of a cut — was made to honour both the meticulous work of Henry Poole & Co. and the relentless drive of Jaguar TCS.
The result is a film that doesn’t just showcase a suit; it captures the shared DNA of two worlds obsessed with detail, performance, and legacy. It’s a piece I’m proud of not only for its visual polish, but for the way it embodies the craft, care, and creative intent that went into every frame.
https://www.jamesmillarfilm.com/work/jaguar-tcs-racing-when-tailoring-meets-motorsports
https://henrypoole.com/innovation-and-heritage-align-henry-poole-co-x-jaguar-tcs-racing-team/
As an early stakeholder, lead creative and project manager on the Defender Awards initiative, I helped shape the programme’s vision alongside Land Rover, the Red Cross and Tusk. From day one, I assembled and empowered a multidisciplinary team, oversaw logistics—including shipping a Defender to remote filming locations—and personally shot key sequences that brought each story to life. Together, we delivered over 800 bespoke assets spanning organic and paid social content, digital experience modules and PR collateral. Every element was crafted to underscore Defender’s commitment to supporting grassroots humanitarian and conservation heroes around the world.
https://www.landrover.co.uk/defender/defender-awards/index.html
An exclusive collaboration that celebrates Middle Eastern heritage and modern luxury. For the launch of the Range Rover SV Bespoke Sadaf Edition—limited to just 20 vehicles—our team conceived and produced every piece of social media, PR and digital-experience content on site in Dubai. From the white “glass pearl flake” exterior inspired by traditional Gulf pearl diving to the immersive retreats at Range Rover House, we captured the essence of this one-of-a-kind vehicle and the bespoke experiences designed around it.
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