TRAINERS
We believe in hands-on, practical training that gives you a chance to test out new skills as you go along. We have a high ratio of trainers to trainees so you have a wide range of experience to tap into during and after the courses. Our team all work professionally in the media but have years of experience in training others to create content on androids and iPhones. They are strong communicators, passionate filmmakers and committed to ensuring you get the most out of the training.
JANE MOTE
A storyteller, producer and the former Head of BBC London. Jane has led digital re-training programmes across the world. She is the founder and owner of UK companies Pocket Stories and beechtobeach. She frequently makes content on her phone for environmental campaigns and social media and has recently been lead camera on a short drama.
CONNOR WHITFIELD
A video editing tech guru who is an expert with both Android and Apple devices. We call him Saint Connor for his patience and helpfulness in and out of workshops. He loves trying out the latest gadgets.
JILLIAN MANNION
An award-winning television and film scriptwriter who specialises in drama. She wrote, shot and edited a St. Andrew Film Festival selected smartphone film, Young Offender, on her iPhone 7. She has recently directed and produced her second smartphone drama, Magpie.
FRANCESCA LANZA
An Italian opera singer who can hit a high note and a record button with equal skill. Francesca was a trainee of ours for the multi-episode The Soprano series. She's now a trainer and smartphone editing fanatic.
FRED BURNS
An award-winning documentary filmmaker who is equally comfortable shooting on the small screen as he is with big ones. Fred enjoys hitting the road in his converted van and exploring new places across the UK.
JOSH KERSHAW
A professional videographer and keen musician. Josh started his career editing music mashups for major international brands. He's an artistic and creative filmmaker and editor.
KERRIE COSHAN
A jack of all trades with a BA in Broadcast Journalism, MA in Documentary Filmmaking, and a diverse skill set across human resources, training, social media, and radio. She's a fan of football, skateboarding, and live music.