I am an expert Video Producer, Associate Producer, and Director with extensive experience delivering impactful, compelling, and visually interesting content that brings clients' visions to life. My career spans both broadcast and non-broadcast sectors, including medical, education, finance, engineering and charity sectors. I have a passion for storytelling, strong interpersonal skills and manage all aspects of production from pre to post - writing briefs, proposals and scripts, research, scheduling, crewing, edit producing, - working across all or part of a project, depending on requirements. I create diverse content, ranging from case studies, doc style, UGC, testimonials to live broadcasts and animation and motion graphic projects. I pride myself on delivering high-quality service, managing projects expertly within time and budget, and continuously honing my skills to meet client needs and exceed expectations in a happy and successful career.

Emma Cotton

I am an expert Video Producer, Associate Producer, and Director with extensive experience delivering impactful, compelling, and visually interesting content that brings clients' visions to life. My career spans both broadcast and non-broadcast sectors, including medical, education, finance, engineering and charity sectors. I have a passion for storytelling, strong interpersonal skills and manage all aspects of production from pre to post - writing briefs, proposals and scripts, research, scheduling, crewing, edit producing, - working across all or part of a project, depending on requirements. I create diverse content, ranging from case studies, doc style, UGC, testimonials to live broadcasts and animation and motion graphic projects. I pride myself on delivering high-quality service, managing projects expertly within time and budget, and continuously honing my skills to meet client needs and exceed expectations in a happy and successful career.

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I am an expert Video Producer, Associate Producer, and Director with extensive experience delivering impactful, compelling, and visually interesting content that brings clients’ visions to life. My career spans both broadcast and non-broadcast sectors, including medical, education, finance, engineering and charity sectors. I have a passion for storytelling, strong interpersonal skills and manage all aspects of production from pre to post - writing briefs, proposals and scripts, research, scheduling, crewing, edit producing, - working across all or part of a project, depending on requirements.

I create diverse content, ranging from case studies, doc style, UGC, testimonials to live broadcasts and animation and motion graphic projects. I pride myself on delivering high-quality service, managing projects expertly within time and budget, and continuously honing my skills to meet client needs and exceed expectations in a happy and successful career.

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Work Experience

Producer/Director, Production Manager at Cancer Care Map
January 1, 2020 - Present
Work pro bono creating a range of videos including intro explainers, testimonials, and story-based content for social media campaigns, fundraising, and events. Produced impactful films interviewing people living with and affected by cancer to highlight support services across the UK.
Producer/Director at Aspect Communication for State Street Financial Services
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit-produced a series of fireside chat interviews for a global financial services company's communications campaign targeting social media and internal audiences.
Producer/Director at Bridgewater Primary School
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created thank you video featuring staff and pupils telling the story of a new SEN & interventions school building. Filmed with iPhone and worked pro bono, supporting community engagement and storytelling.
Producer at Sleek Events / Stripe Media
April 30, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced visual backdrops using CGI, motion graphics, and FX for a live performance event 'The City Awakening' shown on huge moving cubes at Excel London. Collaborated on creative concept and production using iPhone footage and stock media.
Production Manager/Producer at Audience Communication for Astra Zeneca
December 31, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced end of year thank you video mixing user-generated content from Astra Zeneca colleagues with stylized motion graphics. Managed project liaising with writer, agency, and client, ensuring delivery on time and budget.
Producer/Director at Brands At Work for Rolls Royce plc
November 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit-produced pre-recorded content for the 'Purpose Week Global Live' broadcast/live stream event. Collaborated with communications teams, creatives, and event producers to ensure correct tone and timely delivery to an audience across multiple countries.
Producer at Warner Brothers for extra US entertainment show
November 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced talent shoots and entertainment news coverage including movie junkets, set visits, and premieres coordinating with studios and publicity for over 10 years.
Producer/Production Manager at Panda Bear Productions
June 30, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Managed healthcare video productions for PR agencies including Edelman and GCI. Sent proposals, managed productions, and directed on campaigns for Astra Zeneca and Johnson & Johnson in various locations.
Exec Producer/Director at OCP Group/UM6P
April 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced and directed a highlight film for the 'OCP Meets Talent London' event showcasing company business. Managed filming and capturing vox pop interviews to communicate the event's essence.
Producer/Director at The Why for HSS Hire
November 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Created a series of 7 short form videos combining to a 30-minute broadcast. Transformed dry content into engaging storytelling to maximize audience engagement. Due to success, produced the subsequent year's show as well.
Producer/Production Manager on live links at Rove: Newsworthy Vision / Australian Film Institute / Australian Recording Industry
December 4, 2023 - December 11, 2023
Organized and floor-managed location shoots for live broadcasts, including the AACTA ceremony with notable guests. Managed live links and worked across music and film award events during 2022 and 2023.
Senior Producer/Director at Brands at Work for Novartis International
November 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Supported events team delivering impactful video content for events in Basel. Directed senior leadership studio shoots and managed onsite production. Worked with clients like Deloitte creating podcasts, studio broadcasts, and short dramas.
Producer/Director at Cancercaremap.org
January 1, 2023 - Present
Worked pro bono creating videos such as testimonials, story-based social clips, and motion graphics introduction videos for social media campaigns, fundraising, and events for the charity.
Producer/Producer Director at Novartis US / Brands At Work
July 1, 2025 - Present
Supported BAW events team delivering and overseeing impactful and engaging materials across Switzerland, UK, and US for events, meetings, and town halls. Partnered with clients and editors to develop compelling content including videos, user-generated content, polished media with graphics, and more. Provided expert video direction and onsite floor management.
Producer/PM at Panda Bear Productions
July 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Worked capturing interviews and healthcare videos at EULAR conference and other PR agencies. Directed on campaigns for Astra Zeneca and J&J. Managed proposals, scriptwriting, editing, and delivery on time and budget.
Producer/Director at Aspect Communication for State Street Financial Services
May 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit produced a series of ‘fireside chats’ and interviews for this global financial services company for their communications campaign targeting internal and social media audiences.
Producer/Director at Bridgewater Primary School
May 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created thank you video and other projects pro bono using minimal equipment. Worked closely with staff and pupils to produce creative stories for school interventions.
Producer at Amazon Web Services Event Opener, Sleek Events/Stripe Media
April 1, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created visual backdrop videos using CGI, motion graphics, and effects for a live performance at Excel London. Collaborated on creative concepts and video production.
Production Manager/Producer at Audience Communication: Astra Zeneca
December 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Project managed an end-of-year thank you video combining scripted content, user-generated material, and motion graphics coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
Producer/Director at Brands At Work: Rolls Royce plc
November 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit produced all pre-recorded content for a global live event. Coordinated filming, creative teams, and post-production workflows ensuring successful broadcasts to multiple countries and 10,000 employees.
Producer at Extra US, Warner Brothers
November 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced entertainment news content including junkets, set visits, and premieres for over 10 years. Coordinated with studios, publicity, agents, and filming teams.
Exec Producer/Director at OCP Group/UM6P, Morocco
April 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Directed and delivered a short film showcasing an event at the Royal Society London designed for talent engagement.
Producer/Director at The Why: HSS Hire
November 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Created multiple short form videos transforming dry content into engaging stories for an internal broadcast roadshow. Due to success, produced subsequent yearly events.
Producer/Production Manager at Rove: Newsworthy Vision / Australian Film Institute / Australian Recording Industry
December 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Organised and produced live broadcast links overnight from London for awards ceremonies with notable attendees. Floor managed production on-site.
Producer at Brands At Work: Deloitte
April 1, 2020 - August 20, 2025
Produced a series of short dramas used as training tools for trainee auditors, focusing on storytelling.
Producer/Director at Cancercaremap.org
January 1, 2023 - Present
Pro bono work creating videos including testimonials, story-based social clips, and motion graphics introduction videos for social media campaigns, fundraising, and events since 2023 ongoing.
Producer/Producer/Director at Novartis US / Brands At Work
July 1, 2025 - Present
Senior video producer/director supporting the BAW events team across Switzerland, UK, and US. Delivered engaging materials including opening and closing videos, user-generated content, polished media with graphics, stings, idents, interstitials, animations, and patient testimonials; managed studio shoots and onsite floor management.
Producer/PM at Panda Bear Productions
July 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Worked at EULAR conference capturing interviews and social media content; managed healthcare video production for PR agencies; directed campaign videos for AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson; wrote scripts for internal communications.
Producer/Director at Aspect Communication for State Street Financial Services
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edited a series of fireside chat interviews for internal and social media communications at a global financial services company.
Producer/Director at Bridgewater Primary School
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created pro bono thank you videos and storytelling content for a local primary school focusing on SEN and intervention programs, using iPhone filming.
Producer at Amazon Web Services Event Opener (Sleek Events / Stripe Media)
April 30, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced visuals for live performance at Excel London, collaborating on creative concept; used CGI, motion graphics, FX combined with iPhone footage and stock footage.
Production Manager/Producer at Audience Communication: AstraZeneca
December 31, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Managed script-based video production using user-generated content mixed with motion graphics, liaising with agencies and clients for a corporate campaign.
Producer/Director at Brands At Work: Rolls Royce plc
November 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit produced pre-recorded content for a global live broadcast event for 10,000 employees, coordinating filming and workflows under tight deadlines.
Producer at extra US, Warner Brothers
November 1, 2024 - Present
Produced entertainment news content from movie junkets, set visits, and premieres; coordinated talent and filming teams; long-term client for over ten years.
Executive Producer/Director at OCP Group/UM6P
April 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced and directed a short film and vox pops about a business showcase event at the Royal Society in London.
Producer/Director at The Why: HSS Hire
November 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Created fun and engaging videos from dry content for annual end-of-year event broadcasts, producing multiple successful years.
Producer/Production Manager at Rove: Newsworthy Vision / Australian Film Institute / Australian Recording Industry
December 31, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Organized and floor managed live broadcast links from London for AACTA and ARIA ceremonies, working with award-winning filmmakers and recording artists.
Producer at Brands At Work, Deloitte
April 30, 2020 - August 20, 2025
Produced a series of short drama videos used for training trainee auditors during early 2020.
Producer/Director at Cancercaremap.org
January 1, 2023 - Present
Working pro bono creating videos including testimonials, story-based social clips, and motion graphics introduction videos for website and social media campaigns. Managing all aspects of production from researching stories to logistics and editing.
Producer/Director at Novartis US / Brands At Work
July 1, 2025 - Present
Senior video producer/director supporting events team across Switzerland, UK, and US by delivering engaging event content including opening and closing videos, animations, UGC, and patient testimonials. Directed studio shoots and managed onsite floor execution.
Associate Producer/Co-ordinator at Panda Bear Productions
July 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Managed production of healthcare videos for PR agencies including Edelman and GCI. Directed live events such as the EULAR conference, oversaw crew and schedules, managed budgets and quotes, scriptwriting for internal communications, and produced campaign videos for Astra Zeneca.
Producer/Director at Aspect Communication
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit produced a series of fireside chats and interviews for State Street Financial Services covering social media and internal communications campaigns.
Producer/Director at Bridgewater Primary School
May 31, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created a thank you video telling the story of 'The Haven', a new school building for SEN and interventions, filmed and produced pro bono using an iPhone. Also created 'The Mysterious Egg' project.
Associate Producer at Amazon Web Services Event Opener, Sleek Events / Stripe Media
April 30, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Created a visual backdrop video for a live performance using CGI/motion graphics and stock footage to be displayed on moving cubes at Excel London.
Production Co-ordinator at Audience Communication: Astra Zeneca
December 31, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Managed a script-based user-generated content video project involving collaboration with writer, client, and agency, overseeing post-production and delivery.
Producer/Director at Brands At Work: Rolls Royce plc
November 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced, directed, and edit produced all pre-recorded content for a global live event called 'Purpose Week Global Live', working on location filming and coordinating with multiple teams to ensure timely delivery for audiences across Germany, US, and beyond.
Producer at extra US, Warner Brothers
November 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Produced entertainment news coverage including movie junkets, set visits, and premieres for over 10 years, coordinating with studios, publicity, and agents for on-site filming.
Producer/Director at OCP Group/UM6P, Morocco
April 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Worked with client to film and deliver a short highlights film showcasing an event at the Royal Society in London, directing filming and vox pops.
Producer/Director at The Why: HSS Hire
November 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Created a series of short videos turning dry content into engaging fun stories for an audience. Managed all aspects of production including research, scripting, filming, and delivery over multiple years due to project success.
Producer/Production Manager at Rove: Newsworthy Vision/Australian Film Institute/Australian Recording Industry
December 31, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Produced and floor managed live broadcast live links from London for award ceremonies including AACTA and ARIA’s, coordinating live shoots and overnight production schedules.
Producer at Brands At Work, Deloitte
April 30, 2020 - August 20, 2025
Produced a series of short drama films used as training tools for trainee auditors at Deloitte.

Education

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Qualifications

Enhanced DBS Check
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025
Enhanced DBS Check
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025
Enhanced DBS Check
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025
Enhanced DBS Check
January 11, 2030 - August 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Financial Services, Education