Tony Mason

Background

About Tony Mason

An award winning and highly skilled former BBC Producer/director with extensive television and corporate credits spanning over two decades, across a range of programme genres from sports, documentaries and factual to drama and corporates promos both for broadcast as well as the internet. Freelance career includes has involved filming in numerous locations around the world covering a range of subject matters, as well as directing live studio. Highly proficient in operating a DV camera, coordinating and directing shoots, and preparing and editing high quality packages for a variety of programming. Adept at creating innovative fresh approaches for telling stories, or conveying complex messages to diverse audiences in ways which are engaging and easily understood. This is combined with sound editorial judgement, project management and problem solving skills as well as solid experience of managing all facets of production and post-production procedures which is critical for ensuring that projects are delivered on time and to budget. Skilled in writing scripts, documentary proposals and conducting research, in addition to pitching ideas and securing new commissions. A strong team player, experienced in recruiting, building and managing multimedia teams within major broadcast companies as well as smaller independent production houses. Comfortable working in fast paced and challenging environments, and able to react quickly and calmly under pressure. Experienced in developing and launching new programmes, and developing key business relationships. Strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial flair, complemented by a great interest in and knowledge of sports, music, social and current affairs.