Andrew's main area of expertise is as a Producer - someone who oversees a production from inception to completion. This work normally involves supervising and coordination of legal, financial, artistic and general management matters associated with pre production. production, post production and distribution of a film or video project. Andrew is willing to work directly on a project or supervise someone new to the job of producer.
Andrew also has a background in music both as a musician and as a producer. He plays hand drums and percussion as well as flutes. He recently produced and played on Jambo Salama's CD (The World Beat band Jambo Salma used to be based in Sooke).
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Film / TV/ Video Production
Produced a new series of 22 short films for Broadcast Cable and Satellite TV worldwide.
Developed original films from concept to completion including animation, mime, dance, drama and wildlife.
Originated weekly programming for new cable TV channel.
Design
Researched and developed a range of new visual effects for exhibitions, museum and entertainment industries.
Designed and constructed Pavilions, Expo Stands and individual exhibits for international market
Designed and installed new Cable TV channel for London Underground, England.
Invented "special effects" products for mass produced market in North America.
Marketing
Sold TV programs to 30 countries at international TV markets in Cannes and London.
Sold advertising space on new cable TV channel
Promoted corporate image for a number of international clients such as: Virgin Airways, MTV Cable, Greenpeace Int., Discovery Channel.
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WORK HISTORY
1994-98 Architect / Designer: Self Employed, B.C. Canada
1990-94 Director: Brilliant Adventures, London, UK. Design / Special Effects.
1985-90 Director:Ragingwater Productions, London, UK. Film / TV / Video Production
1975-85 Architect / Development Coordinator: Co-operative Housing Services. London, UK.
Volunteer Work
Festival organizer & Jazz, Reggae, Rock Management. B.C. Canada & London UK. Producer of Music Cd's and Videos. Member of Sooke Film Society
Client List
Films: Series sold to 30 countries, 55 companies worldwide. Canadian viewers can see the films on: Knowledge Network, TV Ontario, Discovery Channel, Radio & Television Quebec, P.B.S. and M.T.V
Corporate Clients:
Virgin Airways, Light Fantastic, MTV Cable, Cadbury, Paris Air Show, Wellcome Foundation, Videopower, Eureka - Children's Museum, Museum of Moving Images, Planetarium UK, Thai Telecom Bangkok, Kaleidoscope Museum, British Pavilion Expo Spain, Museum of Peace in Taiwan, Virgin Megastore, Mme Tussauds UK, Rock Circus, Panasonic, Greenpeace Int., Port of Felixstowe, Tecniquest.