Core team
Tim Maynard
Company director / senior producer & director
Tim is an experienced producer, director (not to mention, post production whizz) with a long list of credits, both editorial and branded. His work has been seen on BBC, ITV and Channel 4. He developed his journalistic chops at The Economist.
Tim is highly tuned to each step of the production process and builds strong client relationships in a conscientious way. He is an expert at bringing complicated messages to life, having spent his formative years in the edit suite, honing the craft of storytelling.
He also takes pride in his work across the globe for humanitarian causes, most notably through his film-making for Christian Aid, Raleigh International and VSO International.
Michael Lavers
Writer and director
Michael is a sheer creative force, a strength only matched by his charisma! He has won two Best Director awards and a Best Screenplay award for his short films The End of the Line' and 'The Violinist’. His short film ‘Joseph's Reel' has over 1.8 million views on YouTube.
He is also a 'BBC Writersroom' long-listed director and writer (top 3%). Michael has brought his unique vision to commercials, television shows and corporate work in both the UK and Canada.
Jeremy Bishop
Director of photography
Jeremy is our go to freelance DoP, who we have worked in tandem with for many years. He brings so much to a project that it’s hard to put it into words. He has over 25 years experience working for all the major UK broadcasters, as well as on corporate and branded content. He has worked all around the world, often in demanding and remote places, from war zones to tribal gatherings in the Amazon.
The opportunity to be with people and create images to tell a story is what he loves. Jez is always looking to bring a fresh feel to what we film, never resting on his laurels.
Daryl Hopkins
Senior editor
Daryl is a vastly experienced, creative and fast editor with super keen attention to detail - no spelling mistakes here! He has worked for some of the world’s biggest media organisations and companies including the BBC, EA Sports, Premier League, UEFA, Amazon, The Economist, CNN, Red Bull and HM Government.
He is an Adobe Certified Professional, and ensures our output is not just sparkling, but is finished to the highest standards possible.
Mike Graham
Motion graphics and animation
Mike is a super-talented motion graphics artist and animator with over 10 years experience. His previous clients included BP, BFI, The Economist, Penguin, Paramount Pictures and Studio Canal. Brilliant to work with, Mike just feel privileged to earn a living doing something he genuinely loves.
