Michael Carter | Filmmaker, Director, Producer & Screenwriter I'm an award-winning filmmaker, director, producer, screenwriter, editor, and photographer with more than 25 years of experience across film, television, theatre, and digital media. Holding an MA in Filmmaking from the University for the Creative Arts (UK), I specialise in creating compelling visual stories that combine strong cinematic language with emotional depth. Throughout my career, I have written, directed, produced, and edited narrative films, documentaries, promotional content, and commercial projects from concept through to final delivery. My work covers every stage of production, including story development, scriptwriting, directing actors, cinematography, editing, post-production, and production management. I enjoy collaborating with brands, businesses, artists, and production companies to transform ideas into engaging visual experiences. Whether leading a complete film production or contributing to a specific stage of the creative process, I bring careful planning, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work on time. Services include: Fiction Film & Documentary Directing Film Producing Screenwriting & Script Development Video Editing & Colour Finishing Documentary Storytelling Commercial & Promotional Films Photography Creative Consulting Production Management My filmmaking is driven by the belief that every project deserves a distinctive visual identity and a story that resonates with its audience. I focus on creating work that is cinematic, authentic, and emotionally engaging while maintaining the highest professional standards throughout production.

Michael Carter

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Michael Carter | Filmmaker, Director, Producer & Screenwriter I'm an award-winning filmmaker, director, producer, screenwriter, editor, and photographer with more than 25 years of experience across film, television, theatre, and digital media. Holding an MA in Filmmaking from the University for the Creative Arts (UK), I specialise in creating compelling visual stories that combine strong cinematic language with emotional depth. Throughout my career, I have written, directed, produced, and edited narrative films, documentaries, promotional content, and commercial projects from concept through to final delivery. My work covers every stage of production, including story development, scriptwriting, directing actors, cinematography, editing, post-production, and production management. I enjoy collaborating with brands, businesses, artists, and production companies to transform ideas into engaging visual experiences. Whether leading a complete film production or contributing to a specific stage of the creative process, I bring careful planning, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work on time. Services include: Fiction Film & Documentary Directing Film Producing Screenwriting & Script Development Video Editing & Colour Finishing Documentary Storytelling Commercial & Promotional Films Photography Creative Consulting Production Management My filmmaking is driven by the belief that every project deserves a distinctive visual identity and a story that resonates with its audience. I focus on creating work that is cinematic, authentic, and emotionally engaging while maintaining the highest professional standards throughout production.

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Michael Carter | Filmmaker, Director, Producer & Screenwriter

I’m an award-winning filmmaker, director, producer, screenwriter, editor, and photographer with more than 25 years of experience across film, television, theatre, and digital media. Holding an MA in Filmmaking from the University for the Creative Arts (UK), I specialise in creating compelling visual stories that combine strong cinematic language with emotional depth.

Throughout my career, I have written, directed, produced, and edited narrative films, documentaries, promotional content, and commercial projects from concept through to final delivery. My work covers every stage of production, including story development, scriptwriting, directing actors, cinematography, editing, post-production, and production management.

I enjoy collaborating with brands, businesses, artists, and production companies to transform ideas into engaging visual experiences. Whether leading a complete film production or contributing to a specific stage of the creative process, I bring careful planning, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work on time.

Services include:

Fiction Film & Documentary Directing
Film Producing
Screenwriting & Script Development
Video Editing & Colour Finishing
Documentary Storytelling
Commercial & Promotional Films
Photography
Creative Consulting
Production Management

My filmmaking is driven by the belief that every project deserves a distinctive visual identity and a story that resonates with its audience. I focus on creating work that is cinematic, authentic, and emotionally engaging while maintaining the highest professional standards throughout production.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer at Freelance
December 31, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Photographed events, fashion shoots, magazines, and edited photography for various clients in London.
Director, Producer, Writer at Third Eye Productions
January 1, 2015 - Present
Directed, produced, and wrote documentary and fiction films. Managed various filmmaking projects in London.
Filmmaker, Director at Third Eye Media Productions
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2026
Directed and produced multiple award-winning short films; coordinated with vendors and technical representatives on production issues; recruited, trained, and managed staff for customer-focused service delivery.
Actor, Director, Writer at Filmmaking & Cinema and Theatre, Tehran, Iran
April 1, 2011 - August 4, 2025
Worked collaboratively as part of a team overseeing project costs and revenues; performed roles in acting, directing, and writing for film and theatre.
Presenter at London Private Night Clubs
January 1, 2011 - Present
Served as presenter at nightclubs across London, involved in entertainment presentation and promotion.
Photographer Freelancer at Freelancer, London
January 1, 2010 - March 1, 2015
Conducted location scouting to match filming sites with story needs. Directed and produced award-winning short films using strong storytelling craft. Managed post-production, aligning tone, music choices, and effects goals.
Photographer at Freelancer
January 1, 2010 - March 1, 2015
Location scouting, photography for film/production; directed and produced award-winning short films; managed post-production to align tone, music, and effects goals.
Radio Editor
October 1, 2009 - August 4, 2025
Edited radio broadcasts and related audio content.
Actor, Director, Writer at Filmmaking & Cinema and Theatre
March 1, 1997 - April 1, 2011
Tracked cost and revenue flows across projects, regions, and stakeholders daily; coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to pool talent and resources for visuals; reviewed performance footage and feedback to target growth needs.

Education

Master of filmmaking at University for the Creative Arts
January 31, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Master of Filmmaking at UCA University for the Creative Arts
February 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Introduction to Film/TV Production Accounting course at John Yorke
August 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Accounting AAT course and SIA course at Westminster Academy, London
February 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
BA (Hons) Theatre (Dramatic Literature) at Azad University, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2007 - August 4, 2025
Introduction to Film/TV Production Accounting at John Yorke Story
August 1, 2024 - June 29, 2026
Master of Filmmaking at University for the Creative Arts (UCA), Farnham, England
February 1, 2023 - June 29, 2026
BA (Hons) Theatre (Dramatic Literature) at Azad University, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2007 - June 29, 2026
Introduction to Film/TV Production Accounting at John Yorke Story
August 1, 2024 - June 29, 2026
Master of Filmmaking at University for the Creative Arts (UCA), Farnham
February 1, 2023 - June 29, 2026
BA (Hons) Theatre (Dramatic Literature) at Azad University, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2007 - June 29, 2026

Qualifications

SIA License
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025
Counter-Terrorism Awareness
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025
First Aid
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025
Accounting AAT Level 3
February 1, 2014 - August 4, 2025
University for the Creative Arts certified
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Chartered Filmmaking
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
University for the Creative Arts certified
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026
Chartered Filmmaking
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026

Industry Experience

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