About irene

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    Passionate and driven, I've worked on a variety of prime-time network productions ranging from popular factual entertainment series with presenters and celebrities to reality/ob doc-based films. I come from a writer's background so relish script writing and edit producing. Having a solid experience in terms of editorial, I thrive on creating narrative and story building alongside dealing with difficult situations and people. I have recently series produced some challenging productions and developed numerous programmes for major broadcast channels.


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    Credits

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    Beeny's Restoration Nightmare Series 2 - Renegade Pictures , United Kingdom
    2011 - Producer/Director (Self-shooting)
    Beeny's Restoration Nightmare' Series 2 (6 X 6)
    Renegade Pictures for Channel 4
    Producer/Director (self-shooting)
    Return of the successful series following the trials and tribulations of property expert Sarah Beeny and her husband Graham as they fight dry rot, leaking roofs and red tape et al to transform their beloved 97-roomed stately home.


    Dancing King - Mighty Fine Productions , United Kingdom
    2010 - Series Producer
    Developed, directed and series produced six part observational documentary following behind the scenes dramas in the making of a Michael Jackson musical production. From worldwide auditions, to rehearsals in the States and opening night in Monte Carlo, we document the workings of maverick producer David King over 6months as he tries to pull off the biggest musical of his career. TX March 2011.



    Robsessed - Hamma and Glamma , United States of America
    2009 - Producer/Director
    'Robsessed' (1 x 60') Producer/Director Revolver/E Entertainment
    Biographical archive/interview based documentary on the biggest British Hollywood export Robert Pattinson. Produced for a US audience, fast-paced glossy and revealing truths about the sexiest vampire on the planet


    Miss Adventures - Bellmax , United Kingdom
    2009 - Series Producer

    Brand new 360' cross platform reality series integrating Web and TV content. Co-creator of format, responsible for producing the editorial, style and vision of series. Commission tbc.

    'Ed Mitchell:What Happened Next?' - TwoFour , United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
    2009 - Director

    Documenting Ed Mitchell's tough journey back from rehab over the past year as he faces the effects his destructive behaviour and alcoholism has had on his family and friends. Pick of the day in all papers, 3.7 viewers.

    Animals at Work - Cineflix for CBBC , United Kingdom
    2007 - Producer/Director
    (26 x 30')
    Educational entertainment ob doc series for children shot worldwide in association with Animal Planet. Exploring the work and life of extraordinary animals, filming in natural habitats, documenting their fascinating lives.

    Peaches: Disappear Here - Blakeway for MTV , United Kingdom
    2008 - Series Producer
    (5 x 30')
    Groundbreaking new genre dubbed as 'reality drama', Peaches Geldof and a cast of unknowns aim to create a magazine for the metropolis. Produced and directed as drama, managing over team of 20, scripting and producing talent and cast.


    Saving Ed Mitchell - TwoFour for ITV1 , United Kingdom
    2007 - Producer/Director
    (1 X 30')
    High-profile access documentary with Carol Barnes investigating the desperate story of ITN newsreader Ed Mitchell's fall from grace as homeless alcoholic. Jeff Anderson, Controller of ITV documentaries: "the programme... really caught the public's imagination" and got 4.7 million viewers. The Times quoted: " an extremely moving ITV documentary".


    My Super Sweet 16 UK - MTV for MTV , United Kingdom
    2007 - Producer/Director
    (1 X 30')
    The globally popular MTV teen show. Fast-paced constructed reality entertainment show following spoilt teenagers preparing for their lavish birthday party.

    Dirty Cows - TwoFour for Living , United Kingdom
    2007 - Producer/Director
    (8 x 60')
    Reality series where ten city girls are put through gruelling tasks in a bid to win a farmer's heart. Presented by the effervescent Tara Palmer Tomkinson.

    Get Your Act Together - Ten Alps for C4 , United Kingdom
    2007 - DV Director
    (2 x 60')
    Constructed reality series. Promo guru Harvey Goldsmith flexes his entertainment muscles and sorts out flailing acts, from a heavy metal band - Saxon - to northern Working Men's C Club in Huddersfield. Location and self-shooting director on DSR and Z1.

    Careless Whiskers:Unseen George Michael - YippFilms for Five , United Kingdom
    2006 - Producer/Director
    (1 x 60')
    An in-depth archive/interview documentary on the outed mega-star. Scripted and produced story, managed team of researchers, sourced exclusive contributors and ex-members, produced and filmed in LA and UK.

    Trust me I'm a Holiday Rep Series 2 - Granada for Five , United Kingdom
    2006 - Producer/Director
    (10 x 60')
    Popular reality series that throws 6 celebrities on a Greek island and follows their attempts to become holiday reps. Roland Rivron, Brandon Block and Paul Burrell are among the challengers. Producing the very confident royal butler Mr Burrell to create the episode that got Pick of the Day in The Guide for quality entertainment: "Forget Montagues and Capulets, Paul Burrell versus just about everyone on Trust Me...provoked just as much spleen venting hatred"

    Share the Shame - Tiger Aspect for TLC , United Kingdom
    2006 - Producer/Director
    (15 X 30')
    Prime-time 10 part entertainment series on people's real life 'Bridget Jones' moments. Producing over 100 stories, contributors and directing dramatic reconstructions across the States and editing across all episodes.

    Money Makers - Leopard Films for Discovery , United States of America
    2004 - Edit Producer
    (15 X 60')
    A stylish new observational reality series for the US that puts groups of people on a financial challenge to raise money for a dream that they could never afford Responsible for edit producing 4 x 60', working directly with series producer, managing a team of 12 researchers and Aps.

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    Employment History

    Please see my attached CV.

    Beeny's Restoration Nightmare' Series 2 (6 X 6)
    Renegade Pictures for Channel 4
    Producer/Director (self-shooting)
    Return of the successful series following the trials and tribulations of property expert Sarah Beeny and her husband Graham as they fight dry rot, leaking roofs and red tape et al to transform their beloved 97-roomed stately home. But Rise Hall is still in trouble and needs drastic renovation - the nation will not be disappointed in the high-end dramas. Self-shooting director on Canon XF305, story producing, and currently in edit Episode 3. TX November 2011

    Dancing King' (6 x 60') Mighty Fine Productions for Discovery
    Series Producer/Director
    Developed, directed and series produced six part observational documentary following behind the scenes dramas in the making of a Michael Jackson musical production. From worldwide auditions, to rehearsals in the States and opening night in Monte Carlo, we document the workings of maverick producer David King over 6months as he tries to pull off the biggest musical of his career. TX March 2011.

    'Robsessed' (1 x 60') Producer/Director Revolver/E Entertainment
    Biographical archive/interview based documentary on the biggest British Hollywood export Robert Pattinson. Produced for a US audience, fast-paced glossy and revealing truths about the sexiest vampire on the planet.

    'Miss Adventures'  Series Producer        Shine/Bellmax Productions
    Brand new 360' cross platform reality series integrating Web and TV content. Co-creator of format, responsible for producing the editorial, style and vision of series. Commission tbc.

    'Ed Mitchell:What Happened Next?' (1 x 30') Director TwoFour for ITV1   TX JAN 2009
    Documenting Ed Mitchell's tough journey back from rehab over the past year as he faces the effects his destructive behaviour and alcoholism has had on his family and friends. As one of the original directors, building on the close relationship formed over the year, I was able to get under his skin as he tries to come to terms with the death of former colleague Carol Barnes, and meeting up with a former drinking buddy. ITV controller of documentaries and current affairs Jeff Anderson said: "Throughout the year, many viewers have asked us if he's since managed to turn his life around, and this follow-up film will provide the answer."

    Development Producer/Shooting Producer
                       
    Ronachan Films
    Worked closely with Angus McQueen on developing, writing and creating a C4 observational series presented by Marcel Theroux.
                                 
    Headed development team, researched, filmed and wrote proposals, pitched original ideas to commissioners,     in charge of own slate of own programme ideas. Tiger Aspect
    Developed idea and wrote proposals, secured commission, sourced and interviewed contributors for the following programmes:
    'Michael Jackson's Boys' (1 x 60')                       Tiger Aspect for C4
    'When Heather Met Stella' (1 x 60')                     Tiger Aspect for Five
    'When Camilla met the Princes' (1 x 60')           Tiger Aspect for Five
    'Catherine's Secrets' (1 x 60')                              Tiger Aspect for Five
           
    'The Truth About Kate Moss' (1 x 60') Associate Producer      
    Scream Films for Five
    Pop doc on the Cool Britannia queen of the catwalk. Developed proposal, researched and sourced contributors. Scripted, directed interviews and shot on PD170.

    'Wife Swap' Series 5 and 6. Associate Producer              
    RDF Media for C4

    Sourced contributors, extensive research and setting up shoot. Shot and directed actuality 'B' camera (Z1).

    'Moneyspinners' Associate Producer                         
    Leopard Films for BBC1

    A documentary reality show following families on a 4 week financial plan as they raise money for a dream they could never afford. Casting, sourcing contributors and self shooting.

    'The Big Fantasy' Associate Producer                          
    Endemol for Sky One
    A prime- time series exploring Britain's sexual fantasies in the UK and US following people with bizarre sexual fantasies and practices. Sourcing contributors, stories. Directing crews for actuality sequences, interviews, and shooting actuality on PD150, demonstrations and expert interviews.

    'When Celebrities Attract...' Associate Producer              
    Shine for Sky One
    Entertainment documentary series on the life and loves of celebrity couples including Britney and Justin, Catherine and Michael, Brad and Jen. Researching stories, scripting, archive, directing interviews and GVs, shooting on PD150, celebrity booking, editing and co-ordinating studio days.

    'Geekover' Associate Producer                       
    October Films for C4
    Youth reality show for prime time slot. A 'Faking It' meets 'Would like to Meet' where our team changes 'geeks to chic' in a few weeks.

    Script Editor/Consultant                
    Granada, Scottish Television, Sky One
    Developing scripts for drama, television and films on a number of projects, including an Alan Parker funded project for new asian and black writers, Hollywood agents and independent script consulting agents.

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    Education

    Lecturer/PHD in 20th Century Literature
    MA 19th Century Literature
    B.A. Hons English Literature
    Kings College, University of London
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    Industry Qualifications


    Professional training on Z1 and DSR.

    SCRIPT EDITOR 

    Scripting for Video workshop, treatments, scriptwriting, producing a script, storyboard, shot lists

    Script Consultant and Editor for drama development on a number of projects

    Working with writers on research and script development. Developing scripts with new black and Asian writers. Reading and responding to unsolicited scripts. Researching possible writers and directors for projects

    Independent script editor at Granada, Scottish TV and Sky.

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    Technical Equipment

    Shooting on Canon XF305, EX 1 AND 3.
    DSR 570 and Z1.
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    Referees

    Emma Morgan Executive Producer, Mentorn
    Angus MacQueen Executive Producer, Ronachan Films angus.macqueen@ronachanfilms.co.uk
    Suzanne Readwin Executive Producer.
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    Skills

    Marathon running, kick boxing, volleyball, scuba diving, TV & cinema, contemporary art and design, travelling, writing, bi-lingual (Modern Greek), full driving license, current 'I' visa.
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    Additional Information

    Industries

    • Film, 
    • TV

    Programme Types

    • Arts, 
    • Biography, 
    • Comedy, 
    • Daytime, 
    • Development, 
    • Documentary, 
    • Docusoap, 
    • Entertainment, 
    • Historical Documentary, 
    • Observational Documentary, 
    • Reality TV, 
    • Travel, 
    • Youth

    Specialisms

    • Art, 
    • Arts, 
    • Celebrity, 
    • Cinema/Film, 
    • Drama, 
    • Literature, 
    • People Finding, 
    • Philosophy, 
    • Popular Culture, 
    • Programme Development, 
    • Programme Formatting, 
    • Psychology, 
    • Religion, 
    • Sex Industry, 
    • Sexuality, 
    • Social Anthropology, 
    • Sociology, 
    • Sport, 
    • Theatre, 
    • Travel, 
    • USA, 
    • Wildlife, 
    • Writing, 
    • Youth Culture

    Languages

    • French, 
    • Greek

    Permits

    • EU, 
    • USA

    Licenses

    • Basic Driving (PLG), 
    • PADI Diving licence
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