Charlie Townsend

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I'm a UK-based freelance photographer, filmmaker and content creator specialising in premium lifestyle, sport and commercial content.

About

I’m a UK-based freelance photographer, filmmaker and content creator specialising in premium lifestyle, sport and commercial content. I create high-quality photography and social-first video for brands, agencies and athletes, managing projects from concept through to final delivery.

Recent work includes campaigns with Marriott Bonvoy, Dove Men+Care, Club 1984 and elite athletes including Usain Bolt, Jack Grealish and Bruno Fernandes. I focus on creating authentic, engaging content that feels natural while delivering strong results for brands.

  • Joined July 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 1

Created a user-generated content campaign for Dove Men+Care as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. The project involved planning, filming and editing a social-first vertical video designed for TikTok and Instagram, alongside product-focused lifestyle content.

Responsibilities included:
Creative concept development
Storyboarding and shot planning
Filming and lighting
Video editing and colour grading
Delivering content to brand guidelines
Optimising content for short-form social platforms

  • Content Creator
  • UGC Creator
  • Video Editor
  • +1

Work experience

Marketing Executive · Anderson Briggs Estate AgentsJan 2022 – Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Lead photography, videography and marketing for one of Leicester's leading estate agents, producing property campaigns and brand content.

Freelance Photographer & Film MakerJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

Produced photography and video campaigns for brands, agencies and elite athletes across the UK, Europe, America and Asia. Skilled in photography, videography and social-first storytelling with a passion for fast-paced creative production.

Education

Extended Diploma in Photography · Leicester College2030 – 2026

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