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  • Andrew is an independent filmmaker with a 30-year career specialising in production design, performance, and sound design. His work spans a wide array of independent film projects both in the UK and internationally.

    In addition to his film work, Andrew has played a significant role in art departments for commercials and television productions, contributing his expertise to various high-profile projects.

    For the past 17 years, Andrew has shared his passion for filmmaking as a university lecturer, guiding students through hands-on filmmaking modules. His dedication to teaching has been recognized with a Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy.

  • Andrew currently teaches the following modules:

    • MED4037: Final Major Project
    • MED3052: Community Impact
    • MED2094: Creative Video
    • MED2128: Sound for Screen
    • MED1081: Single Camera Production

  • Andrew has presented at conferences such as The Group for Learning in Art & Design (GLAD) and The National Association for Higher Education in the Moving Image (NAHEMI). His publications include contributions to the International Screendance Journal, focusing on interdisciplinary practices and collaborations.

  • Andrew’s filmmaking and live art projects have been supported by organisations such as Arts Council England, The Royal Opera House, The South Bank Centre, and others, including Southern Arts, Highland Arts, and Tafelhale Nuernberg.