Steve Perrott
Stories that cut through and connect

I craft stories that cut through complexity and connect with audiences. 
With more than two decades in filmmaking, I’ve worked across the spectrum: shaping the tone and structure of campaigns, and rolling up my sleeves to make them happen. 
That blend of strategic insight and hands-on craft turns ideas into films that work—both for brands and for audiences.

Dyson Farming flagship documentary film​​​​​​​
strategic insight | screenwriting | camera op | editor
Working from inception with senior business stakeholders to position, script, produce and deliver this landmark film for Dyson farming. An extremely well received film that delivered exactly the intended tone of voice for one of the largest farming operations in the UK.


Stick vac TVC 1​​​​​​​
director | editor

I directed the live action elements for integration with pre-existing CG assets, which were then brought together in the edit.


Stick vac global tvc 2
strategic insight | creative | live action director | CG director | editor

I directed and edited this international campaign, blending live action with CG for seamless storytelling. Working with Mark Roberts Motion Control and The Mill London, we created a striking opening shot that transitions from macro CGI into a wide live-action scene, achieved through multiple motion-control passe​​​​​​​s.


hair formulation global launch film
strategic insight | creative | live action director | CG director | editor

 From storyboard to final delivery, I led the full creative and production process on this beauty-category launch film. Produced entirely during COVID lockdown, it combined live action and CGI with careful remote collaboration - from shoot direction to edit, grade, and delivery.​​​​​​​


mothers day social film​​​​​​​
director | creative | camera op | editor

I directed, shot, and edited this social campaign film, capturing high-speed moments on a tight budget. Strong collaboration between the art and camera teams helped create a piece that reached 7.7 million views.


wet vac comparison film​​​​​​​
strategic insight | director | creative | editor

Tasked with finding the most effective way to demonstrate product performance, I devised and directed a creative approach - shooting from beneath the floor for a fresh perspective.


wet vac UGC style social film
DOP | camera op

For this series of Instagram reels, I chose to shoot on iPhone to emulate the authentic feel of user-generated content. The approach delivered the casual aesthetic of UGC while still reflecting the brand’s established production values.


Wet vac comparison for social​​​​​​​
Strategic insight | director | creative | editor

Behind the apparent simplicity of this shoot was extensive testing to show dirt left behind in a home environment. A backlit polished floor proved the most effective way to highlight the product’s performance.


purifier launch film​​​​​​​
 director | editor | colourist

This playful launch film relied on patience and precision - for every shot in the final cut there were dozens of outtakes with unpredictable balloons. The result was a lighthearted piece that captured attention online.


refurbishment stop-frame​​​​​​​
 director

A quirky, handcrafted approach turned a technical story into an engaging and charming film. Collaborating with acclaimed animators, riggers, and a skilled DOP made the production a real creative highlight.


strawberry story​​​​​​​
Timelapse camera op | technical director | horticulturalist

To capture strawberries ripening in unprecedented detail, I set up a hydroponic system with 50 plants in the studio. Six computer-controlled timelapse rigs, some with motion control, shot every ten minutes for four months, resulting in a world-first view of the strawberry’s life cycle.


task light demo​​​​​​​
Strategic insight | creative | live action director | CG director

This film about sunlight demanded the real thing. While directing live action inside the location, I ran a rooftop second unit to capture the sun’s path from dawn to dusk. After days of troubleshooting and reshooting, the team achieved a striking, one-of-a-kind timelapse sequence.


Hotel case study​​​​​​​
director | editor | colourist

Shot on location at the Rosewood, a premium London hotel, this case study required a discreet, low-impact approach. I directed a small crew to capture the story without disrupting guests, keeping the production smooth and unobtrusive.


air purifier tvc​​​​​​​
motion graphics | compositor

This campaign repurposed existing live-action footage, enhanced with composited CG graphics. I integrated the dynamic graph line and product display to deliver a clear and visually engaging story.

hand dryer case study
director | camera op | editor

One of many B2B case studies for the Airblade hand dryer. whether in the UK or abroad These super agile shoots were achieved with a crew of just two to gather the interview, b-roll, audio and manage the hosts and coax the performance.

international women in engineering day
director | camera op | editor

Using a roundtable discussion as a platform to allow graduate engineers to talk freely and in a relaxed manner about their experiences in the world of engineering. Almost zero budget filmmaking but still maintaining corporate values.


air quality in the home
creative | storyboard | director | editor
Multi location shoot with engineer and broadcaster Dr. Shini Samara. Taking the complex subject of pollutants in the home and delivering it in an approachable audience relevant format.