Award-winning Senior Video Producer, Editor, and Creative Director with 20+ years’ experience delivering persuasive, visually stunning moving-image solutions. Proven record leading high-impact digital campaigns and documentary-focused work for major corporate brands and elite academic institutions. Expert at navigating complex creative challenges and strict budgets (often £100k+), from initial brief through delivery. Experienced implementing 2026 workflows integrating AI-assisted NLE editing, color grading pipelines, and high-retention social media optimization to consistently exceed client ROI benchmarks.…

Scott G. James

Award-winning Senior Video Producer, Editor, and Creative Director with 20+ years’ experience delivering persuasive, visually stunning moving-image solutions. Proven record leading high-impact digital campaigns and documentary-focused work for major corporate brands and elite academic institutions. Expert at navigating complex creative challenges and strict budgets (often £100k+), from initial brief through delivery. Experienced implementing 2026 workflows integrating AI-assisted NLE editing, color grading pipelines, and high-retention social media optimization to consistently exceed client ROI benchmarks.…

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Award-winning Senior Video Producer, Editor, and Creative Director with 20+ years’ experience delivering persuasive, visually stunning moving-image solutions. Proven record leading high-impact digital campaigns and documentary-focused work for major corporate brands and elite academic institutions.

Expert at navigating complex creative challenges and strict budgets (often £100k+), from initial brief through delivery. Experienced implementing 2026 workflows integrating AI-assisted NLE editing, color grading pipelines, and high-retention social media optimization to consistently exceed client ROI benchmarks.

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Company Co-Director & Head of Creative at Energise-TV
September 1, 2017 - Present
Co-founded and co-led award-winning campaigns for sports and entertainment sectors, increasing annual project output by 35%. Managed multi-disciplinary teams (graphics/VFX specialists, animators, sound engineers) while maintaining a 100% on-time delivery record.
Company Co-Director & Head of Creative at ENERGISE-TV | Birmingham, UK
September 1, 2017 - Present
Co-founded and co-led award-winning campaigns for sports and entertainment sectors, increasing annual project output by 35%. Managed multi-disciplinary teams of graphics/VFX specialists, animators, and sound engineers, maintaining a 100% on-time delivery record.
Producer & Director (Advertising Promo and Social Content) at Ribble Cycles
August 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017
Owned full-cycle production including pre-production research, location scouting, talent coaching, cinematography, and final color grading to achieve broadcast-grade finishing. Key achievement: engineered a stylisitic approach that boosted social media click-through rate (CTR) by 56%.
Producer & Director (Advertising Promo and Social Content) at Ribble Cycles | Preston, UK
August 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017
Owned full-cycle production including pre-production research, location scouting, talent coaching, cinematography, and final color grading for broadcast-grade delivery. Developed a visual style that improved social media click-through rate (CTR) by 56%.
Co-Producer & Co-Director (Documentary Feature) at Leicester City FC
January 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Coordinated with club executives and athletic talent to shoot exclusive behind-the-scenes footage celebrating the historic 2016 Premier League. Spearheaded post-production sound collage, editing, and narrative pacing, delivering a broadcast-quality feature ahead of the target distribution date.
Co-Producer & Co-Director (Documentary Feature) at Leicester City FC | Leicester, UK
January 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Coordinated with club executives and athletic talent to shoot exclusive behind-the-scenes footage celebrating the historic 2016 Premier League.
Co-Producer & Co-Director (Documentary Feature / Gallery Installation) at The Designers Republic
June 1, 2015 - Present
Co-led the visual aesthetic, stylistic direction, and narrative assembly of a high-profile feature documentary associated with a globally influential graphic design studio, supporting creative development through production and post.
Co-Producer & Co-Director (Documentary Feature / Gallery Installation) at The Designers Republic | Sheffield, UK
June 1, 2015 - Present
Co-led visual aesthetic, stylistic direction, and narrative assembly of a high-profile documentary feature for a globally influential graphic design studio; also supported gallery installation creative direction.
Video Content Producer / Director at Science Capital, University of Birmingham
June 1, 2011 - July 31, 2013
Developed high-impact moving-image assets to increase the reach and public impact of regional science and technology innovations. Key achievement: produced 40+ distinct video profiles and promotional spots, expanding digital reach by 25% over a 24-month period.
Video Content Producer / Director at Science Capital, University of Birmingham | Birmingham, UK
June 1, 2011 - July 31, 2013
Developed high-impact moving-image assets to increase reach and public impact of regional science and technology innovations. Produced 40+ distinct video profiles and promotional spots, expanding digital reach by 25% over a 24-month period.
Consultant & Digital Video Content Creative (LCMV) at Warwick Business School, University of Warwick
April 1, 2011 - Present
Shaped visual identity and digital content strategy for Russell Group university, expanding international recruitment and global reach. Translated complex scientific data, humanities research, and academic achievements into clear, engaging visual narratives. Integrated global partner institutional guidelines (Tongji, UBC, Palazzo Pesaro Papafava) to deliver unified digital campaigns. Key achievement: modernized WBS digital video asset retrieval system by indexing over 8 years of raw archives, improving team project turnaround efficiency by 43%.
Consultant & Digital Video Content Creative (LCMV) at Warwick Business School, University of Warwick (LCMV)
April 1, 2011 - Present
Shaped visual identity and digital content strategy for a Russell Group university, expanding international recruitment and global reach. Translated complex scientific data, humanities research, and academic achievements into engaging, easy-to-understand visual narratives. Integrated partner institutional guidelines (e.g., Tongji, UBC, and Palazzo Pesaro Papafava) into unified global digital campaigns. Modernized a WBS digital video asset retrieval system by indexing 8+ years of raw archives, improving team project turnaround efficiency by 43%.
Company Director & Lead Digital Video Consultant at LCM VIDEO
December 1, 2010 - Present
Directed a boutique moving-image consultancy delivering commercial content, interactive digital media, and quick-turnaround promotional shoots. Maintained strong client outcomes through consistent delivery of premium assets under budget. Key achievement: sustained 95% client retention and 100% satisfaction rate by consistently delivering high-quality work within budget constraints.
Company Director & Lead Digital Video Consultant at LCMVIDEO | West Midlands, UK
December 1, 2010 - Present
Directed boutique moving-image consultancy delivering commercial content, interactive digital media, and quick-turn promotional shoots. Maintained 95% client retention and 100% satisfaction by consistently delivering premium assets under budget.
Senior Video Producer/Director at Gas Street Works | Birmingham, UK
January 1, 2009 - April 30, 2011
Independently managed commercial projects, built client accounts, and directed creative output for an established production agency. Project-managed and directed a £100k+ campaign from concept to final multi-format delivery for Vodafone's Customer Experience Centre HQ. Trained, mentored, and reviewed junior production staff, improving internal editing speed by 66%.
Senior Video Producer / Director (P/D: Sept 2006-Dec 2008; Jan 2009-Apr 2011) at Gas Street Works
September 1, 2006 - April 30, 2011
Independently managed commercial projects, built client accounts, and directed creative output for an established production agency. Key achievement: project-managed and directed a successful £100k+ Vodafone Customer Experience Centre HQ campaign from concept to multi-format delivery. Key achievement: trained, mentored, and reviewed junior production staff, providing feedback that improved internal editing speed by 66%.
P/D (Production Department) at Gas Street Works | Birmingham, UK
September 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Early production-department role supporting projects prior to later senior responsibilities.
Flash Moving Image Designer & Developer at Revolution Games
January 1, 2005 - Present
Designed high-traffic interactive moving image experiences and digital animations for major game releases.
Flash Moving Image Designer & Developer at Revolution Games | Birmingham, UK
January 1, 2005 - Present
Designed high-traffic interactive moving-image experiences and digital animations for major game releases.
Head of Creative Video at MONOCOM
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Led creative vision, studio infrastructure, and international client relationships for a European news portal.
Head of Creative Video at MONOCOM | Germany
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Led creative vision, studio infrastructure, and international client relations for a European news portal.

Education

M.A. in Visual Communication (Digital Media) at Birmingham City University
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Vocational Training: Multi-skilling Video Production & Editing at Second Sight, Birmingham
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
B.A. (Honours) in Philosophy (2:1) at University of Leeds
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995
M.A. in Visual Communication (Digital Media) at Birmingham City University
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
Vocational Training (Multi-skilling Video Production & Editing) at Second Sight, Birmingham
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
B.A. (Honours) in Philosophy (2:1) at University of Leeds
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995

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Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Gaming

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