Paul Woodward

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Hi, I’m Paul Woodward, a Liverpool-based producer and actor and co-founder of Old Swan Films, established in 2023.

About

Hi, I’m Paul Woodward, a Liverpool-based producer and actor and co-founder of Old Swan Films, established in 2023. I focus on socially driven storytelling with international reach and a collaborative approach that partners with charities and community groups.

Over two years, I’ve delivered a globally distributed feature documentary and several acclaimed short films. I’m dedicated to inclusive hiring, trainee development, high cinematic practice and creating a safe environment for all.

I have a Masters Degree in Professional Acting from a prestigious Drama School and have spent over twenty years in the industry in front of and behind the camera as well as being part of the BAFTA Connect programme.

I am honoured to serve as Patron of Derian House Children’s Hospice in Chorley, Lancashire and as a spokesperson for the organisation HEARD.

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined February 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience

Producer · Old Swan FilmsJan 2026 – Dec 2026 · 1 yr

Producer on Voice Again, a character-led short drama examining identity and personal truth; praised for emotional clarity and performance strength.

Producer · Old Swan FilmsJan 2025 – Jan 2026 · 1 yr 1 mo

Producer and Actor on Time To Go, a 16-minute dark satire thriller exploring workplace misogyny and abuse of power; produced in partnership with RASA Merseyside. Strong critical response and selections for UK and international festival submissions.

Producer · Old Swan FilmsJan 2023 – Dec 2025 · 3 yrs

Producer on The Little Things, a feature documentary filmed at Derian House Children’s Hospice in Chorley, Lancashire; secured a 10-year global distribution deal with Buffalo 8; released on Amazon Prime UK and US and Tubi US; supported by Together for Short Lives and Hospice UK; received multiple five-star reviews.

Education

Degree Theatre and Performance · UCLAN2006 – 2009
Masters Profesional Acting · ALRA2017 – 2019

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