Business Details
13 Years
experience
Award-Winning Video Production Services
Picture Book Films is a multi-award-winning video production and animation company formed by a team of BBC and Channel 4 producers and directors. With over 30 years of combined experience in prime-time television and advert production, we specialise in creating engaging video content for diverse sectors including green energy, public institutions, and corporate clients. Our team combines technical expertise with creative storytelling to distil complex information into compelling visual narratives.As an ethical production company, we prioritise sustainability and transparency in all our projects. Our work has been viewed by hundreds of millions globally, and we maintain partnerships with industry leaders while delivering affordable, high-quality solutions tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Corporate Videos
Drone Filming
360 Virtual Tours
TV Commercials
Animation Production
Green Energy Sector Videos
Public Sector Productions
Event Videography
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 30 years of prime-time TV and advert production experience
- Ethical production company with sustainability certification
- Award-winning team with BBC/Channel 4 broadcasting backgrounds
- End-to-end service from concept to final delivery
- Proven track record with global brands and public sector organisations
Associations and certifications
- Clearcast
- Institute of Business Ethics
What people say
Award-winning team
Exceeded expectations
Creative excellence
Timely delivery
Transformative results
Services
Corporate Videos
We produce professional corporate videos that enhance brand messaging and engage target audiences. Our team creates compelling content for internal training, marketing campaigns, and investor relations. With BBC production expertise, we deliver high-quality films that communicate complex business concepts through visual storytelling while maintaining strict budget and deadline adherence.
Drone Filming
Our CAA-approved drone operators capture stunning aerial footage using state-of-the-art Phantom 4 Pro equipment. This service provides unique perspectives for property showcases, event coverage, and industrial surveys. Backed by RAF-trained piloting expertise, we ensure safe, legal operations while delivering 4K resolution footage that meets broadcast standards for commercial and public sector clients.
360 Virtual Tours
We create interactive 360 virtual tours that allow global audiences to experience locations remotely. This technology enhances marketing for hospitality, education, and manufacturing sectors by providing immersive digital walkthroughs. Our solutions combine technical precision with creative direction to showcase facilities, products, or events through engaging, browser-accessible content that increases online engagement metrics.
TV Commercials
Our Clearcast-registered team produces broadcast-ready TV commercials with measurable marketing impact. From concept development to final delivery, we create award-winning content for national campaigns and niche markets. The service includes scriptwriting, talent casting, and post-production editing, ensuring brand messages resonate with target demographics while maintaining cost-effectiveness and creative originality.
Animation Production
We deliver high-impact animation and visual effects for explainer videos, product demonstrations, and complex data visualisation. Our team combines Hollywood-grade CGI expertise with cost-effective production models to create engaging content across industries. This service transforms technical information into accessible narratives while maintaining artistic quality that meets international broadcast standards and digital platform requirements.
People
Claire Cadman
Co-Founder
With extensive BBC production experience, Claire co-founded Picture Book Films in 2013. She oversees creative direction and client relations, bringing 30 years of prime-time television expertise to ensure project excellence. Her background in documentary filmmaking informs strategic storytelling approaches that deliver measurable business results for corporate and public sector clients.
James Johnson
Co-Founder & Director
A former Channel 4 director and RAF-trained pilot, James leads technical operations and aerial filming. He brings specialist expertise in drone cinematography and broadcast standards compliance. His dual background in television production and aviation ensures technically flawless execution of complex shoots while maintaining creative vision across diverse client projects.
Questions
What video production services do you offer?
We provide corporate videos, TV commercials, 360 virtual tours, animation, drone filming, and green energy sector productions. Our services cover full production cycles from concept to delivery.
How experienced is your production team?
Our core team has 30+ years of combined BBC/Channel 4 production experience, with multiple international awards for creative excellence and technical innovation in broadcast media.
Are you an ethical production company?
Yes, we're certified by the Institute of Business Ethics and maintain sustainability practices across all operations, including eco-conscious production methods and transparent business practices.
Can you work with public sector organisations?
We have extensive public sector experience, having worked with universities, healthcare providers, English Heritage, and local councils on engaging content that meets regulatory requirements.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, our clients include multinational corporations like Tesla and Siemens. We manage global projects with localised content strategies while maintaining consistent production quality across international markets.
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