I’m Tim J Francis, an author, illustrator and filmmaker with a hands-on background in project management, production, and design. I’ve published 16 children’s books available on Amazon and Waterstones Online, directed and edited short films, and built a portfolio that spans writing, illustration, and multimedia publishing. I love leading projects, solving creative challenges, and bringing ideas to life across books, film, and online media. I’m passionate about storytelling in multiple formats—from print to screen to digital — and I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver on schedule and within budget. I’m always exploring new tools and approaches, from AI-assisted workflows to traditional craft, to enhance creativity and impact while staying true to the story.

Tim J Francis

I’m Tim J Francis, an author, illustrator and filmmaker with a hands-on background in project management, production, and design. I’ve published 16 children’s books available on Amazon and Waterstones Online, directed and edited short films, and built a portfolio that spans writing, illustration, and multimedia publishing. I love leading projects, solving creative challenges, and bringing ideas to life across books, film, and online media. I’m passionate about storytelling in multiple formats—from print to screen to digital — and I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver on schedule and within budget. I’m always exploring new tools and approaches, from AI-assisted workflows to traditional craft, to enhance creativity and impact while staying true to the story.

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I’m Tim J Francis, an author, illustrator and filmmaker with a hands-on background in project management, production, and design. I’ve published 16 children’s books available on Amazon and Waterstones Online, directed and edited short films, and built a portfolio that spans writing, illustration, and multimedia publishing. I love leading projects, solving creative challenges, and bringing ideas to life across books, film, and online media.

I’m passionate about storytelling in multiple formats—from print to screen to digital — and I enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver on schedule and within budget. I’m always exploring new tools and approaches, from AI-assisted workflows to traditional craft, to enhance creativity and impact while staying true to the story.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Home Care-worker at Self-employed / Family Care
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025
Provided full-time care for father with Alzheimer's disease, including daily living tasks, medical appointments, mobility support, and crisis management. Managed care for mother after strokes, coordinated specialist appointments, and supported family through end-of-life care. Built resilience and adaptability through challenging caregiving duties from 2018 to 2025.
Author & Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Published 16 children’s books available on Amazon & Waterstones Online; produced Amazon Merch T‑shirts for several titles; handled packaging, publishing, and running a dedicated author website and Facebook page.
Photographer / Filmmaker at Self Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Created a cinematic timelapse of Liverpool; produced 8 short films; provided freelance services to Northwest clients and international projects; managed project delivery from concept to final cut.
Actor / Model / Extra at Self-employed
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2012
Worked on hundreds of TV, film, and advertising productions; developed on-set experience, adaptability and performance skills across various media.
Holistic Massage Therapist at Self-employed
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 2012
Provided holistic massage therapy services, building a client base and integrating wellness work with creative projects.
Runner & Design Assistant at Mersey TV
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
Supported design and production tasks, assisting with on-set operations and post-production workflows.
Factory Tannery Flesher Grade 5 Labourer at Liverpool Tannery
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994
General labour duties within tannery operations.
Stage Management Assistant at Liverpool Everyman Theatre
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991
Assisted stage management, supporting productions and touring shows.
Floor Assistant / Runner at Children’s Channel TV
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1990
Provided floor support and ran errands on a London-based Children’s Channel TV production.
Church Cleaner at St Pauls Church, Litherland
January 1, 1984 - August 1, 1984
Summer job between school terms cleaning and maintenance tasks.

Education

GCSEs (8) + Photography & Drama at Litherland High School, Liverpool
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1988
Theatre Skills Workshops at Everyman & Playhouse Liverpool
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1988
MTI Diploma Massage Anatomy & Physiology at Liverpool
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993
MA Screenwriting at John Moores University Liverpool
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
TV Production Certificate at Keylink Studios, Liverpool
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
D&AD Workshops at Northwest Advertising Workshops
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

TV Production Certificate
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
MA Screenwriting
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
D&AD Workshops
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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