I'm the creative director or a VP studio in Bristol I am a creative director with extensive experience across film, animation, events, and virtual production. I specialise in world-building and crafting immersive experiences that blend cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling. I’ve led emotionally driven brand films, innovative animations, and fully immersive live event experiences, delivering work that resonates and drives impact. I’ve steered creative for global brands and cultural institutions such as Aramco, OVO Energy, Manchester United, Auto Trader, and Sky Media. As a hands-on leader, I manage creative teams, freelance talent, and complex productions from concept through delivery, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire audiences.

Lee Rayner

I'm the creative director or a VP studio in Bristol I am a creative director with extensive experience across film, animation, events, and virtual production. I specialise in world-building and crafting immersive experiences that blend cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling. I’ve led emotionally driven brand films, innovative animations, and fully immersive live event experiences, delivering work that resonates and drives impact. I’ve steered creative for global brands and cultural institutions such as Aramco, OVO Energy, Manchester United, Auto Trader, and Sky Media. As a hands-on leader, I manage creative teams, freelance talent, and complex productions from concept through delivery, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire audiences.

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I’m the creative director or a VP studio in Bristol

I am a creative director with extensive experience across film, animation, events, and virtual production. I specialise in world-building and crafting immersive experiences that blend cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling. I’ve led emotionally driven brand films, innovative animations, and fully immersive live event experiences, delivering work that resonates and drives impact.

I’ve steered creative for global brands and cultural institutions such as Aramco, OVO Energy, Manchester United, Auto Trader, and Sky Media. As a hands-on leader, I manage creative teams, freelance talent, and complex productions from concept through delivery, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire audiences.

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Work Experience

Creative Director at Studio Giggle & Distortion Studios
January 1, 2022 - November 26, 2025
Leading across film, animation, events, and virtual production; specialising in world-building and crafting immersive experiences; creating emotionally driven brand films, innovative animations, and fully immersive live event experiences; blending cutting-edge technology with timeless storytelling; leading creative for global brands and cultural institutions including Aramco, OVO Energy, Manchester United, Auto Trader, and Sky Media.
Art Director at Endeavor Co. (WME/IMG)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Leading on creative storytelling and ideation across a wide range of digital projects from brief through to final delivery; clients including Wimbledon, the Premier League, the Olympics, the Ryder Cup, and the Rugby World Cup. Budget oversight for creative shoots; managing internal creative workflow; leading on creative resourcing and contracting freelancers or external production companies; supervising a team of four permanent staff; managing project budgets; overseeing social media for the department.
Creative Lead / Direction at Pins and Needles Productions LTD
February 1, 2021 - February 1, 2021
Working closely with the Artistic Directors in strategic planning of new work, overseeing work from R&D to realisation including events and theatrical shows. Accolades include 2 shows in the West End, 1 on Broadway, an Olivier Award + Best UK Theatre award. Strategic lead in managing the company’s output and generating revenue for projects, whilst maintaining relationships with venues and co-producers. Managing freelancers and contractors on short term contracts.
Freelance Creative Director at Events and Television (Self-Employed)
January 1, 2013 - November 26, 2025
Directing countless TV projects / TVCs and other filming projects. Worked on events and festivals including Alice Adventures at the Vaults, Latitude and Winter Wonderland. Vast network of industry freelancers and hire companies. Notable clients Wagamama, Captain Morgan, Nimax and Stornaway.io. Strong skills in Premiere and After Effects.
Camera Team | Clapper Loader / Focus Puller at Freelance
July 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Worked on Doctor Who, Lark Rise to Candleford, Midsomer Murders, Silent Witness, among many other projects.

Education

Finance and Law, 2:1 Hons at University of Birmingham
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025
MA in TV & Theatre Producing at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services