Tom Oliver
Works:
I didn't set out to become a director. I studied Fine Art, where moving image became the main outlet for my practice, before eventually entering the film industry as an editor. Editing taught me how films are built from the inside out, giving me a strong understanding of story, rhythm and collaboration that still shapes the way I direct today.
Today I work across commercials, documentaries and music videos with charities, artists and purpose-led brands. I pride myself on making work that combines a high level of craft with a genuine curiosity to get to the human story at the heart of the film, ultimately creating films that feel warm, honest and genuinely authentic to the people it's about.
Sir David Beckham Rose
Yellow Pages
Prue's Recipe for a Perfect Christmas
Melting Pot
Robbed
I’m a London-based director making commercials, documentaries and music videos rooted in human stories. Coming from a Fine Art background, I'm drawn to films that move audiences through honesty, warmth, and technical craft. My work has recently been recognised with a YDA Gold, Shiny Awards Winner, 1.4 Silver and a feature in shots Unsigned.
Background
I didn't set out to become a director. I studied Fine Art, where moving image became the main outlet for my practice, before eventually entering the film industry as an editor. Editing taught me how films are built from the inside out, giving me a strong understanding of story, rhythm and collaboration that still shapes the way I direct today.
Today I work across commercials, documentaries and music videos with charities, artists and purpose-led brands. I pride myself on making work that combines a high level of craft with a genuine curiosity to get to the human story at the heart of the film, ultimately creating films that feel warm, honest and genuinely authentic to the people it's about.
David Austin Roses
Sir David Beckham Rose
Ella Douglas SS26
Yellow Pages
BigGive
Prue's Recipe for a Perfect Christmas
Sondr x Broadwick Live
Melting Pot
Big Tech's Little Victims
Robbed
My approach to directing is people first. If you have the right people around you, and give them the time and space to engage with the story you’re trying to tell, then you’re already halfway there.
Every project calls for a unique approach, some films demand meticulous storyboards and months of planning, while others are better served by turning up with a few ideas, trusting the people around you and leaving room for a healthy dose of spontaneity.
One thing that never changes is that I'm always thinking like an editor, constantly building the film in my head and looking for the key moments that will connect with audiences.
Young Director Award
1.4 Awards
Smiley Charity Film Awards
Shiny Awards
Have a project in mind?
If your campaign, launch or big idea needs moving image that actually moves people, let’s talk.