About
Film has changed. The tools, the techniques, the entire production pipeline. What hasn't changed? The fundamentals of storytelling and the value of experience.
William Westaway
I've been making films for 20 years. Documentary roots, trained in observational filmmaking, but I've had to adapt. The industry demands it.
I'm not one of those directors who refuses to learn new tools. AI generation, real-time rendering, virtual production — these aren't threats to traditional filmmaking. They're part of the job now. I understand them because I've had to.
Documentary Born, Tech Adapted
Documentary taught me how to find the story, how to shoot under pressure, how to work with what's in front of you. That foundation doesn't disappear just because the tech advances.
But I'm not stuck in the past. I stay on top of the trends — AI tools, emerging workflows, what actually works vs what's just hype. Experience matters, but so does staying relevant.
Film Consultant & Producer
Two decades in the field means I've seen what works and what doesn't. I advise on projects, consult on production approaches, and deliver work that meets brief and budget.
Based in Devon, working nationally. I work with a trusted pool of talent — assistants, crew, specialists — hired on a job-by-job basis. Lean, experienced teams for every project. Just the right people for the job.
Core Capabilities
Documentary & Narrative
Observational documentary, interview-based work, brand films, commercial narrative. Experience across formats and delivery platforms.
AI-Enhanced Production
Generative AI, machine learning workflows, AI-augmented post-production. I understand the tools and when to use them.
Film Consulting
Production advice, workflow optimization, technical guidance. 20 years of experience across projects from broadcast to branded content.
Full Production Services
Concept to delivery. Pre-production, shoot, post, final master. One person who knows every stage of the pipeline.
Why Experience Matters
Technology accelerates the process, but it doesn't replace knowing what works. Composition, pacing, timing, storytelling structure — these are fundamentals that take years to internalize.
I've directed films that have screened internationally. I've worked with global brands, public sector clients, and independent productions. I understand the creative side and the technical side because I've had to master both.
Small operation. Deep expertise. No corporate layers. You get someone who's been doing this since before most of these tools existed, but who's stayed current because that's what the work requires.
Honest About What's Possible
I don't oversell. I don't pretend projects are bigger than they need to be. I'm honest about what's achievable within budget and timeline, and I deliver quality work that meets brief.
No pretending to be something I'm not. Just experienced, efficient filmmaking from someone who's been doing this for two decades and knows how to navigate complex projects.