George is a versatile filmmaker driven by a passion for crafting compelling documentaries and branded content across various lengths and styles. With a solid foundation as a Director of Photography, George effortlessly transitions into the roles of director and producer, often taking on the responsibility of self-shooting his projects. His diverse portfolio spans projects shot in the icy landscapes of the Arctic, to the rugged mountains of Kyrgyzstan and the vast deserts of Utah, exploring a range of formats from true crime to extreme sports documentaries.
Renowned for his collaborative spirit, George's latest project, "Blood, Sweat and Cheer" (BBC Three), shines a spotlight on the inspiring journey of Team Wales Adaptive Abilities Cheerleading team as they prepare for the World Cheerleading Championships in Florida. The film has earned accolades for its celebration of inclusivity and teamwork, receiving nominations for prestigious awards such as a Grierson for Best Sports Film and a BAFTA Cymru for Best Single Factual Film.
George's dedication to storytelling extends beyond the realm of sports, as evidenced by the founding of his production company, Fathom Films. Committed to shedding light on environmental narratives, Fathom's debut project delves into the captivating tale of Orca native to British Waters, John Coe, and Aquarius, unraveling the mysteries surrounding their pod's fate.
Endearing…The film is an uplifting hymn to inclusivity and teamwork - Phil Harrison, The Guardian.
Please find George’s Showreel and CV below.
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Showreel
Credits
Documentary
Blood, Sweat and Cheer - (BBC Three / BBC Wales) Director, Camera and Producer. This 45minute one off, follows the Welsh national cheerleading squads Adaptive Abilities (mixed disabled and non disabled) team as they train and compete at the Cheerleading World Championships. Nominated for a Grierson and BAFTA Cymru award.
A Killing In Tiger Bay - (BBC 2 / BBC Wales) DoP - A three part series explore the miscarriage of justice found in the wake of the murder of Lynette White. 5 Stars in The Guardian.
Wild Isles - (New Yonder) DoP - A feature length wildlife and conservation documentary following people making a positive impact on our environment.
Cornwall: This Fishing Life - (BBC 1/Folk films) Lighting Camera - A portrait of Cornish Fishing life.
Hidden Wales - (BBC Wales/Frank Films) DoP - A series following presenter Will Millard as he explores some of wales’s more secret and hidden locations.
Hot Cakes - (BBC Wales/BOOM Cymru) DoP. I shot the taster only for this fun entertainment show.
Adventure Together - (Independent) Self Shooting Director - Pitched to a film distributor Adventure Together follows BASE jumper Tim howell as he travels and BASE jumps in Iceland. We are currently in talks with online streaming services for distribution.
Big in the Valleys - (BBC three/Sundog Pictures) DoP - A portrait of young life in the welsh valleys.
WW2s Great Escapes: Freedom Trails - (Channel 4/Seadog Productions) - Second Camera - 4x 1hour series following daring escapes of the second world war.
Children of the Road - (CBBC/Indus Films – 1x30mins) Camera/sound assistant & stills photographer. A portrait of children living under threat of eviction on the largest Irish traveller site in Britain.
Change Incorporated - (VICE/Trigger films) DoP - A short film following MC Benji Kendell as he explores smoking in the music industry and why he smokes himself.y
Branded Content
Land Rover - (SPARK44/JLR UK) DoP - A short advert with actor Stephen Graham dancing in the front seat of a Land Rover Discovery.
Land Rover - (JLR USA) - Director / DoP - A selection of social films about adventure race TReK2020.
Land Rover - (Spark44/JLR UK) - Director / DoP - 30second social film exploring the new Land Rover Defender.
Google Impact Challenge - (Adam and Eve/Google) - 2nd unit DoP - 6 short films about Googles charity work, shot all over Europe.
VW - (Adam and Eve) Director / DoP - 30second social piece showcasing four SUV cars traveling through landscape.
Visit Wales Content (on-going) - (Visit Wales / Working Word PR) DoP.
National Party Political Broadcast - (People can run) DoP - 2.5min film.
Sainsbury’s - (Cowshed) - Self shooting Director - 30second Social film with TV personality Gemma Atkinson dancing through a store.
National Trust - (Cowshed) Shooting Director - 3 films to accompany a National Trust campaign with rugby player Jamie Roberts.
Homeless World Cup - (HWC/Working Word PR) DoP - 3 films telling stories of three Homeless World Cup Wales team members.
Ardbeg Whisky - (Bright Partnerships) Director / DoP - Short film following journalists on adventures around Islay for new bottle release, AO.
Glenmorangie Whisky - (Bright partnerships) DoP - A short film shot in NYC for a specialty bottle release, Pride 1974.
Greenwich Museums - (People Can Run) DoP - multiple short films showcasing different sections of the museums.
UBS - (Beagle media) DoP - 1x3min commercial about two UBS employees that are stunt pilots and Endurance cyclists (Stedicam and slow-mo)
Ardbeg Whisky - (Sea-dog productions) Camera op - 3x1min Instagram films about an adventure race held for Whisky Journalists in the mountains of Scottish island Islay.
Ardbeg whiskey - (Sea-dog productions) Lighting Camera op – short commercial and social films about Ardbeg and their adventure race.
Lotus Renault F1 Team Commercial. (Tigerlilly productions/Olly Lambert) - 2nd Camera operator.
