I’m Tom Rope, a London-based storyteller and multi-hyphenate creative (producer, director, writer, and performer). I discover what’s true in people and bring it to life across film, theatre, performance and original content—especially through character-driven narratives, lived experience, and the space between what’s said and what’s true. I love turning ambiguity into something real by collaborating closely, making strong creative choices, and guiding projects through development to finished proof. What I bring is a rare blend: 15 years of commercially driven relationship-building, stakeholder management, and story-selling, paired with practical production instincts from an artist’s perspective. Whether coaching on-camera presence, developing story and interview structure, or supporting independent productions through execution and introductions, my focus stays on craft, trust, and momentum—so the work not only gets made, but lands with an audience.

Thomas Rope

I’m Tom Rope, a London-based storyteller and multi-hyphenate creative (producer, director, writer, and performer). I discover what’s true in people and bring it to life across film, theatre, performance and original content—especially through character-driven narratives, lived experience, and the space between what’s said and what’s true. I love turning ambiguity into something real by collaborating closely, making strong creative choices, and guiding projects through development to finished proof. What I bring is a rare blend: 15 years of commercially driven relationship-building, stakeholder management, and story-selling, paired with practical production instincts from an artist’s perspective. Whether coaching on-camera presence, developing story and interview structure, or supporting independent productions through execution and introductions, my focus stays on craft, trust, and momentum—so the work not only gets made, but lands with an audience.

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I’m Tom Rope, a London-based storyteller and multi-hyphenate creative (producer, director, writer, and performer). I discover what’s true in people and bring it to life across film, theatre, performance and original content—especially through character-driven narratives, lived experience, and the space between what’s said and what’s true. I love turning ambiguity into something real by collaborating closely, making strong creative choices, and guiding projects through development to finished proof.

What I bring is a rare blend: 15 years of commercially driven relationship-building, stakeholder management, and story-selling, paired with practical production instincts from an artist’s perspective. Whether coaching on-camera presence, developing story and interview structure, or supporting independent productions through execution and introductions, my focus stays on craft, trust, and momentum—so the work not only gets made, but lands with an audience.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Writer / Director / Producer / Performer at Intersection — One-Man-Show (Dark Comedy / Surrealist Thriller)
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Collaborated with the production/direction team to develop and realise the one-man-show. Supported the creative process including scene rewrites and character development. Built relationships to help move the project from concept toward execution and performance.
Creative Producer at The Sickness — Short Film (Surrealist Thriller) (Dir. Saul Relph)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Collaborated with the director to develop and realise the project. Supported production creatively including scene rewrites, character choices, and story development. Built relationships and helped move the project from concept toward production.
Acting Executive Producer at [Conidential project title] (Suspense Thriller)
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Temporary executive production involvement on an independent feature film, supporting the project through introducing investors and industry relationships. Assisted across executive-level touchpoints as needed to help move the project forward.
Creative Producer / Editor / Performance Coach at RegTech CEO Promotional Commercial / Trailer (Pierre Kirkpatrick)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Coached the subject on how to address the camera and deliver the story. Shaped and produced promotional content to communicate the company’s proposition clearly and compellingly. Edited with attention to narrative, pace, and audience. Worked collaboratively with director/producer to deliver the final creative cut.
Commercial Partnerships Consultant & Creative Producer at inTRtistry™
May 1, 2024 - Present
Performance consultancy at the intersection of commercial growth, storytelling and creative development. Advised founders and commercial leaders on narrative positioning and strategic business development. Developed partnerships across London’s creative/media/production sectors. Represented professionally as a screen actor across film/TV/commercial productions and supported transatlantic UK–US production partnership development.
Creative Producer / Director / Writer / Editor / Host at The Truly Becoming™ Podcast (Transatlantic)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created and developed the original concept. Led research, story development, writing, interview curation and preparation. Directed and produced recorded conversations. Edited and managed post-production and release. Managed the project end-to-end from idea through publication, including marketing and social media engagement.
Writer / Producer / Director at Upon Fortunate Reflection — Short Film (Dark Comedy)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Developed the original concept and screenplay. Directed the project and managed the creative process from development through production at Austin School of Film Studios.
Partner & Commercial Director | Shareholder at TEC Group LLC (DBA Engage PSG Search Ltd)
March 1, 2015 - April 30, 2024
Provided recruitment, business development and commercial strategy across London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Austin. Built trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers; generated new business opportunities through complex processes. Produced approximately $500k in annual billings year-on-year and supported cumulative revenue of approximately $2.3m. Worked independently in start-up environments, adapting to changing priorities and solving problems without a fixed playbook. Applied selling methodology (challenger/solution selling) and used deep understanding of stakeholder needs to build trust quickly.
Art Advisor at The Art Trade (now Maddox Gallery)
August 1, 2013 - March 31, 2015
Advised fine art collectors on motivations for acquiring long-term holdings and building relationships. Presented original and limited-edition works spanning blue-chip and emerging artists (e.g., Andy Warhol, Banksy, Damien Hirst, Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein). Supported acquisition decision-making and relationship development.

Education

Directing & Producing (Screen/Film training) at Austin School of Film
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Screenwriting (Screen/Film training) at Austin School of Film
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Improv Acting (Advanced) at Austin School of Film
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Art & Business studies at Wootton Performing Arts College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Equity UK (Union)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Consumer Goods