I’m an experienced motion-designer, shooter and creative director with over 20 years experience crafting engaging multimedia stories for TV, Cinema and Digital.
Between 2015 and 2018 I led the multimedia unit at BBC.com where I was responsible for developing, commissioning and producing content for BBC World News and BBC News channels as well as the BBC.com feature websites.
Working with broadcasters, museums, galleries, charities and companies I create compelling multimedia content, building strong stories, big emotions and moments that connect.
Now freelance, my clients include BBC, HBO, Bacardi & Oxford University. As a moving image artist my work has been exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy, the National Galleries of Scotland, Aberdeen Art Gallery and the Scottish Parliament.
Stop by and say hi - www.fortsunlight.co.uk
Projects
- How the discovery of DNA changed the World... and my life - BBC"It's a twist of fate that although I have a long career in genetics, I never realised that my own family had a DNA secret..." I loved working on this animation exploring the history and future of DNA research. It is voiced by pioneering geneticist Paul Nurse. Made for the wonderful BBC Ideas in partnership with the Science Museum.
- How to stay cool without warming the planet - BBC"Air conditioning is incredibly convenient, but it would be a disaster for the climate if it continues to be the worldwide remedy for rising temperatures.." My recent collaboration with BBC Ideas and Oxford University about the challenges of keeping homes and workplaces cool in a warming world employs a mixed media technique, using collage and texture alongside clean vector shapes. CREDITS Animation - Adam Proctor Narrator - Christopher Brooks Producer - Ewa Headley for BBC Ideas in partnership
- the Man who discovered the Abyss of TImeIt was a thrill to work with senior science journalist Richard Fisher on this 3 part series of films about Deep Time for the BBC. The first film now has over 1.6 Million views on the BBC YouTube channel. Not bad for a little film about rocks. The first film employs a mix of live-action and animation to help illustrate the story of the true age of the Earth.
- 5 Charts that Changed the World - BBC / Royal SocietyI had great fun making this motion-design/collage piece for the good folks at BBC Ideas (in partnership with the Royal Society). '5 Charts that Changed the World' takes you on a whistlestop tour of the history of data visualisation. Thanks to Ewa Headley and Bethan Jinkinson for being such a great team to work with.
- Islay's Viking Legacy (BBC)The island of Islay was one of many parts of Scotland to be conquered by Vikings. Now, new DNA and linguistic analysis suggests they never left. I had a fantastic time filming this intriguing piece for BBC Reel on the Scottish island of Islay - whatever the weather there is always something to capture. Adam Proctor - Direct, Camera, Edit and Motion Graphics Melissa Hogenboom - Reporter, Research and Exec Producer.
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Work history
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Video ConsultantIK Foundation
London, United KingdomFreelance
Producing moving image content supporting and promoting field-work, expeditions and research carried out by the IK Foundation. Currently working on moving image content for the forthcoming Linnaeus Apostles project involving field-work in Iceland.
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Creative DirectorFortsunlight
United KingdomFreelance
We are a small and nimble moving image studio based in Fife, Scotland.
We employ compelling storytelling techniques to craft unforgettable moments for a range of clients - from major TV and digital outlets to galleries and museums.
Utilising live action and animation tools, we have a wealth of experience producing short documentary films and commercials.
Whatever your organisation’s size, if you’re interested in discussing how we can help you we’d love to chat.
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Skills
- Motion Graphics
- Video Production
- Journalism
- Videography
- Animation
- Creative Direction
- Documentary
- Moving Image
- Editing
- Camera Operation
Awards
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Searching for StarliteTelly Awards
The incredible tale of a ladies hairdresser from Hartlepool who created a heat resistant material that baffled NASA, Boeing and the M.O.D.
In 1990 on the BBC science show ‘Tomorrow’s World’ a most incredible material was demonstrated. In that episode presenter Peter Macann painted an egg with a thick white substance, he then exposed the egg to the fierce flame of a blow torch for several minutes. Picking up the blackened egg, Peter cracked it open revealing the raw, uncooked contents.
The material known as ‘Starlite’ appeared to have near miraculous heat-resistant qualities. It was all the more incredible due to the fact that its creator, Maurice Ward, was an untrained ladies hairdresser from Hartlepool.
The demonstration proved so effective that it soon grabbed the attention of NASA, the MOD and Boeing. Governments and huge multinational companies and governments were soon clamouring to work with Maurice… and then… nothing…
In 2011 Maurice died with Starlite never having fulfilled its potential.
In this 6 part series for BBC Reel, reporter Lee Johnson and myself set out to uncover the true story of Starlite and its enigmatic creator. Featuring rare archive material and candid interviews with family, friends, materials experts and those who tried to work with Maurice, the films uncover startling new information.
Did the secret of Starlite die with Maurice?
How does Starlite work and what is in it?
Was it all just an elaborate party trick… or could Starlite have changed the world?