Simeon is an award-winning Writer/Director based in London. Since graduating with a BA [Hons] Film & Video degree from the University for the Creative Arts, he has worked for several film companies, most recently as a founding member of Quirky Motion. Simeon's portfolio includes numerous music promos, documentaries and commercials for a range of clients. As a writer, he has nine screenplays and couple of TV series on spec. He is currently in partnership with US company to develop one of his features into a limited series.
After Simeon's film pitch won a UK-wide competition, Simeon wrote and directed the film Derelict, starring Israel Oyelumade (Pirates of the Caribbean, Dirty Pretty Things), Graham Cole (The Bill, Law & Order) and Andrew Harrison (Beyond Narnia, An Ideal Husband).
Alongside his production company has been working successfully as a freelance director. In this capacity, he has made further films including Éluder, The Proposal, Hush and The Way We’re Wired, which have been well received on the festival circuit. He has also completed a Directorship on an ITV production with the accomplished Director Ian Knox.
Prior to his years at university, he gained experience in the TV and animation industry with companies such as Action Time and Animus. Following university, he worked freelance in a number of companies including, Bermuda Shorts, Pagan TV, and IDEO.
www.simeonlumgair.co.uk
Broadcast/Media: BBC, Sony TV, Channel4, Sky News, LBC Radio, TimesRadio, AOL, Virgin Media, Phoenix TV, TalkTV, Sistema Brasileiro de Televisão (SBT)
Music: Sleeper Music/Guy Chambers, Peer Music, Authentic Media, Musicians Benevolent Fund, BBC Electric Proms, Fifth Quadrant
Organisations: Caffe Nero, eBay, Unilever, Olympics, HarperCollins, Zondervan, London Korean Festival, Korean Artists Association, Bank of America, Jubilee Centre, Howard de Walden Estate, Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, Prospects, Royal British Legion, FIA F2, Vignette Wine, Biles Inc, Clinigen, Biblica, Niche Capital
Arts/Education: BBC Concert Orchestra, The Young Vic, The English Touring Opera, The English Speaking Union, Teachfirst, Westminster Abbey, Oak Hill College, University of Surrey, STEM, St Georges University of London, The Open University, Ingram Collection of Modern British Art, Fiumano Clase Gallery, Lightbox Museum, Barakat Gallery, Royal Society of Arts, Aleph Contemporary and the National Gallery.
Specialities: Film, Music Video, Documentary, Commercials, Promos
Simeon is also the founder of XØNØRØUZ, the phonic collective that brings together haunting vocals with chasing melodies and epic instrumentals.
Music available from all major streaming platforms.
https://amu.se/artist/simeon-lumgair
Projects
- DisconnectA music video for Shay Levy's debut single DISCONNECT. Shay Levy's mesmerizing music video for her debut single, "DISCONNECT," explores the profound theme of disconnection within relationships. Taking viewers on an emotional voyage, Shay encounters an array of captivating characters, the Lover, The Mother, The Chauffeur and the Friend, each embodying a distinct form of love. Yet, she finds herself trapped in an unrelenting state of disconnection. Shay delves into the intricate layers of love t
- ÉLUDERTitle: ÉLUDER Genre: Drama Thriller Cast: Fabien Lucciarini, Mouna Bouchouk Director: Simeon Lumgair Quirky Motion Plot: An envelope arrives at the hotel room of an Academic with a photo of a woman inside. By chance he meets the woman, fearing her life is in danger he plans to save her before the hitman gets to her. Language: English & French ----Reviews----- "Simeon Lumgair's Éluder is smart, slick and stylish too. Watch it for its engaging tale and a brilliant climax." Surabhi Redkar, Film C
- DERELICTTitle: DERELICT Genre: Dystopian Action Thriller Cast: Israel Oyelumade, Graham Cole, Andrew Harrison Director: Simeon Lumgair Reel Issues Film Plot: It's 2025 and the Water Wars ravage Europe. A notorious prisoner of war is on the run, pursued by trained killers. Cornered, he takes an old man hostage in a last ditch attempt at freedom. Info: Winner of a national pitching competition, The Pitch. “I’ve just had the privilege of watching Derelict, fantastically well shot, great performan
- HUSHTitle: HUSH Genre: Drama Cast: Alice Lee, Stefan Boehm, Phoenix James, Shona Crooks Director: Simeon Lumgair Quirky Motion/ Sandy Lane Productions/M-S Productions/WII Studios Plot: During a photoshoot, Jenny reconnects with Jason, an old flame. As a misunderstanding and an awry thought begins to drill deep into the desires of the characters, this encounter causes feelings to be kindled and sparks to fly. The story is a dark reflection on the chilling reality behind the idyllic facade of suburba
Work history
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DirectorQuirky Motion Ltd
London, United KingdomFull Time
Music Video, Film, Documentary, Ads & Promos, Podcast
Ideas Based Video Production: Connecting the Practical and the imaginative.
Quirky Motion Ltd is a fully integrated film company working with live-action, animation, illustration and digital effects. We are an ideas-based film production company. Quirky Motion has been a film production company based in London since 2006.
Quirky Motion can integrate animation and live-action approaches to go beyond the traditional remit of film production.
Our previous clients have included broadcasters, record labels, brands, charities, the public sector, and businesses.
Quirky Motion has had films screened in over 70 International Film Festivals.
www.quirkymotion.com
Freelance DirectorIDEO
- London, United KingdomFreelance
Working with a team on a project for a specialist in baby food and clinical nutrition subsidiary. Filming and editing for a short film that deals specifically with Oncology. In France, Germany, UK.
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Skills
- Directing Film
- Film Directing
- Writing
- Film Editing
- Camera
- Photography
- Lighting
- Film Camera
- Film Production
- Film Producing
Education
BA(Hons) Film and VideoUniversity for the Creative Arts
- Farnham, United Kingdom
BA [Hons] Film & Video degree from the University for the Creative Arts. Training in 35mm, 16mm and digital formats.
Awards
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Winner of the Best Feature Screenplay awardSanta Dev International
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Best Feature Screenplay FinalistRome Prisma Film Awards
Also nominated for Best Music Video+ Show more