About Plume Films: Crafting Extraordinary Visual Stories

At Plume Films, we believe in the power of truly collaborative storytelling. We're not just a production company; we're a boutique haven for the extraordinary, the imaginative, and the delightfully offbeat. Our journey is fueled by an "artistic joie de vivre" – a genuine passion for creation that infuses every frame and every project.

We thrive on bringing your unique narratives to life with a bespoke creative toolbox. This means we embrace whatever medium is perfect for the story, whether it’s intricate virtual production projects, dynamic lighting rigs, or the charm of cut-out collages and delicate pencil drawings. Our commitment is to a unique approach, ensuring that every project is a fresh, handcrafted masterpiece.
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What We Do: Film, Animation, Social Media & Marketing

Plume Films specializes in a diverse range of visual communication:

  • Animation: We pride ourselves on handcrafted, handmade animation, exploring the beauty in every stage of the artistic process.

  • Film Production: From captivating promos to mini-documentaries, we craft compelling cinematic experiences.

  • Social Media Campaigns: Creating quirky and engaging campaigns that resonate with your audience.

Marketing Content: Developing bespoke visual content that effectively communicates your brand's message.

Meet The Plume Films Team: A Collective of Creative Minds

Collaboration is truly at the heart of all we do, and our diverse team of seasoned professionals is the engine behind our unique creations. Each member brings a wealth of experience and a shared dedication to imaginative storytelling.

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    Richard Jackson

    Founder & Creative

    As the founder and creative force behind Plume Films, Richard combines a passion for animation, filmmaking, and design to bring compelling visual stories to life for prestigious organisations.

  • Racquet

    Virtual Production / Real-Time / Unreal Engine Specialist

    Plumes partners, Racquet Studios are a leading virtual production and creative technology studio, delivering innovative visual solutions through advanced workflows and specialist expertise across linear, real-time and immersive creative tech projects

  • Shehani Fernando

    Director & Producer

    Shehani is an award-winning British immersive director, producer, and journalist. She creates virtual and augmented reality experiences, specializing in powerful documentary storytelling and digital art installations in London.

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    Chris Lewort

    Film maker

    Chris is known for crafting captivating promos, impactful mini-docs and offbeat comedies and is able to transition between genres while maintaining a distinct voice in each project.

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    Gemma Tacon

    Designer

    Gemma has over 25 years industry experience. Her brand design and art-direction has helped global organisations, innovative start-ups and ground breaking not-for-profits.

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    Leanne Mulligan

    Illustrator

    Leanne creates bold graphics and expressive line work inspired by her fashion and print design background and has created illustrations for a diverse range of mediums.

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    Emmie Spencer

    Brand Strategist & Writer

    Emmie has over 15 years’ experience in creating brands and campaigns that win hearts and change minds. She’s led brand and creative strategy for many organisations across many different sectors.

  • James Wilkie - Sound Artist

    James Wilkie

    Sound Artist

    An acclaimed British sonic artist and composer who explores the communal power of listening, with a career spanning Hollywood ambient music design under Hans Zimmer to sensory branding for John Lewis and Bentley Motors. He utilizes Max/MSP to build generative and interactive art experiences, exhibiting globally from the Brighton Festival to international galleries.

  • Nikky French

    Sound Artist

    Sound designer, sound artist and composer working across film, installations and galleries. His work encompasses emotive film scores, immersive audio experiences and sonic branding.

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    Jonty Tacon

    Photographer & Designer

    Jonty has over 25 years of industry experience and has brought his strategic insight, creativity, and expertise to organizations like Oxford University Press, Pearson, and Accenture.

Insights From Our Sketchbook: The Plume Films Blog

Our Plume Films Blog offers a welcoming glimpse behind the lens, sharing the real nitty-gritty of putting films together. It’s where we reveal the sketchbooks, fleeting thoughts, hard-won insights, brewing ideas, and all the little fragments that come from being knee-deep in a production, giving you a proper understanding of our creative journey.

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Why Choose Plume Films?

  • Bespoke Creativity: We tailor every project to your unique story, ensuring an original and impactful outcome.

  • Passionate Collaboration: We work closely with our clients, fostering a collaborative environment that brings visions to life.

  • Experienced Team: Our collective expertise spanning decades ensures high-quality, professional results.

  • Artistic Innovation: We constantly explore new mediums and approaches to deliver engaging and memorable visual content.