About
Pursuing good communications
I started my career as a BBC journalist and video trainer. I moved into charity comms and video production for ten years, and then most recently was Head of Content at a PR agency.
I am a certified Digital Marketing Professional (accredited by the Digital Marketing Institute) and I have a BJTC accredited post-graduate qualification in Broadcast Journalism.
Over the last 20 years, I have enjoyed the challenge of interviewing about 1,000 people - from Premier League football managers, to people showing dignity and courage when facing famine in South Sudan.
Working on good, creative projects (either my own, or championing others) really gets me going. I wrote Easter (LIVE) the first real-time Passion Play for Twitter, which gained media coverage and awards.
Having regularly worked with other filmmakers, copywriters and designers I know both sides of the commissioning process inside and out. In fact, I wrote an eBook called How to commission better videos.
My friends say I spot typos too quickly (!), but they also say I am an astute news editor with a passion for stories that help change lives and policies.
Living in Southampton with my wife and two boys. I love watching Ipswich Town FC, when I can, and I'm trying to run more and tell funnier jokes...
Endorsements
'I can highly recommend Andrew for his expertise and professionalism as a multi-media journalist and content producer. He’s a skillful storyteller and interviewer, whether he’s exposing injustice or putting vulnerable interviewees at ease.
'He’s always on the look-out for new and creative opportunities to tell impactful stories and makes the most of digital platforms to engage with his audiences.
'From podcasting to TikTok, writing to producing b-roll and interviews for broadcast, Andrew brings versatility and dedication to his craft - as well as great warmth and a brilliant sense of humour to his team.'
Charis Gibson, Director of Communications, Jersey Road PR
‘Andrew is multi-talented, an excellent writer, photographer, filmmaker and innovator. I worked alongside him for five years at Tearfund. He was news editor for Tear Times magazine, and always delivered excellent copy on time. Andrew also helped me out by spotting typos and errors even after the proofreaders had done their jobs!
'Always great to work with on creative projects, Andrew is thoughtful, knowledgable and gifted. I’d work with him again any time, and highly recommend that you do too.’
Peter Shaw, Tear Times Editor, Tearfund
'Andrew provided excellent PR and media professional services as part of the team in my company. He is a dedicated self starter with a deep passion to make a difference in the world using his special skills in journalism and communications.'
Bremley W.B. Lyngdoh, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Executive, Worldview Impact
'Andrew is creative, efficient and competitive. The ideal combination. I highly recommend him.'
Paul Woolley, CEO, LICC
