James Dearden PRODUCER | DIRECTOR

FREELANCE PRODUCER

With 10 years in the industry - 7 of those as a Producer in London - I’ve built a diverse portfolio across TVCs, branded content and music promos. My work spans large-scale productions, guerrilla shoots, stills, and remote filming, with experience managing international shoots across Europe, the US, and Australia.

I’ve tackled everything from VFX and large-scale art departments to vehicle rigs, child actors, and high-profile talent. I’ve orchestrated complex stunts like dragging James Blunt behind a speeding car, coordinated fight scenes, and yes - even set a man on fire.  Whether it’s navigating impossible schedules, hunting down elusive locations, or battling the worst of the British weather, I thrive under pressure. I’ve handled multi-camera setups (including the madness of 12 Alexa rigs) and know how to keep productions on track, no matter the challenge.  

I bring extensive experience across all stages of production - from pre-production planning to managing location and studio shoots, as well as overseeing every stage of post-production, including offline editing, online, grading, animation, and VFX..