Hi, I’m Jonathan Marquis Metzstein, a digital filmmaker and founder of my own production company. I create films for a diverse range of clients—book promos, festival footage, and educational university films—bringing stories to life with creative flair and practical, hands-on know-how. I thrive on delivering clear, engaging visuals while staying organized and dependable under pressure. Over the years I’ve collaborated with the BBC as a freelance talent pool member, directed projects at Contrast Studios, and led community filmmaking initiatives through Street Cones. I’m passionate about mentoring others, solving problems creatively, and building strong teams that can deliver great work on tight timelines.

Jonathan Marquis Metzstein

Hi, I’m Jonathan Marquis Metzstein, a digital filmmaker and founder of my own production company. I create films for a diverse range of clients—book promos, festival footage, and educational university films—bringing stories to life with creative flair and practical, hands-on know-how. I thrive on delivering clear, engaging visuals while staying organized and dependable under pressure. Over the years I’ve collaborated with the BBC as a freelance talent pool member, directed projects at Contrast Studios, and led community filmmaking initiatives through Street Cones. I’m passionate about mentoring others, solving problems creatively, and building strong teams that can deliver great work on tight timelines.

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Hi, I’m Jonathan Marquis Metzstein, a digital filmmaker and founder of my own production company. I create films for a diverse range of clients—book promos, festival footage, and educational university films—bringing stories to life with creative flair and practical, hands-on know-how. I thrive on delivering clear, engaging visuals while staying organized and dependable under pressure.

Over the years I’ve collaborated with the BBC as a freelance talent pool member, directed projects at Contrast Studios, and led community filmmaking initiatives through Street Cones. I’m passionate about mentoring others, solving problems creatively, and building strong teams that can deliver great work on tight timelines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Filmmaker at Self-employed / Sole Trader
January 1, 2006 - Present
Founded and run a sole trader film production company, delivering a variety of films for clients including book promos, festival footage, and University Educational Films.
Freelance Talent Pool at BBC
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Assisted in camera, hosting, and DIT on various broadcast productions including Countryfile, Armchair Detectives, The Big Painting Challenge, I, Wonder, and more.
Director at Contrast Studios
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Directed projects and helped establish a social enterprise CIC to provide free filmmaking and photography tutelage, studios, and equipment access in Govanhill.
Filmmaker at Street Cones
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Created various films for a criminal justice charity and GCC.
Stringer at BBC Election Service
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021
Stringer across Glasgow, Kilmarnock and Dundee for three elections including local, national, and UK General Elections, using social media to break stories and upload media content.
Timeline / Live Editor at Scottish BAFTA
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Lead editor for a 2-month project with a live edit on the night.
Chef / Directory Enquiries / Barista at Various
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2006
Worked in restaurants, cafes, and call centres delivering customer service and maintaining a high standard of professionalism.

Education

BA (Hons) Digital Filmmaking at University of Middlesex / SAE Institute, Glasgow
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026
HND Creative Industries: TV OPS at Cardonald College
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026
HNC Communications in Media at Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026
8 Standard Grades, 5 Highers, A Level Art & Art Prize at Bellahouston Academy
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026

Qualifications

MA TV (Screenwriting)
August 30, 2025 - August 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government