THE PRODUCTION GUILD OF GREAT BRITAIN ANNOUNCES
UK FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY INSPIRATIONAL LEADERS AND RISING STARS AS
WINNERS OF ITS 2015 AWARDS
Awards recognise winners for their contributions to the UK film and television industry
Award winners played key roles in the making of 24: Live Another Day, Harry Potter,
Downton Abbey, The World’s End and Jane Eyre in the UK
LONDON – Thursday 17 September 2015. The Production Guild of Great Britain will pay
tribute to leading UK film and TV industry professionals on Saturday night with its awards,
which recognise remarkable achievements made by Production Guild members working in
film or television within the production office, production accounts, location management,
VFX, post-production or assistant directing roles.
The awards highlight the UK’s reputation and influence as a leading centre for film and TV
production management and the destination of choice for international film and programme
makers, at a time when the creative success of the UK film and TV industry and its contribution
to UK economy has never been stronger.
This year’s Production Guild of Great Britain Awards will support the charity MAMA Youth
Project, which works to increase diversity in the TV and film industry and improve
unemployment for young people by equipping them with core skills and working practices to
help them secure meaningful employment.
Taking place on Saturday 19 September at The Grove in Hertfordshire, The Production Guild
Awards, in association with Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, will award four
individuals/teams for their exceptional work in film and TV production. They are:

The UK production team behind Twentieth Century Fox Television’s hit TV series 24:
Live Another Day, who receive The Production Guild Member/Team of the Year
Award in association with Millbrook. Producer and British Film Commission
Chairman Iain Smith OBE led a team that comprised a number of Production Guild
members including Unit Production Manager Kathy Nettleship, Location Manager
Casper Mill and Production Accountant David Jones. The decision by Twentieth
Century Fox Television to entrust the production and VFX of its highly successful US
series’ to British crew was seen as a bold move and a huge gesture of trust in the UK.
The production team delivered on every count, achieving a fast-paced, challenging
shoot with precision. The speed of turnover of writing, shooting and going to air was
unprecedented in British production with filming taking place around the clock and
Fox’s US air dates rolling as the team worked.
Filming predominantly in London between January – June 2014, Iain and his team
skilfully recreated the frenetic pace that has become the trademark of the hugely
successful series about CIA operative turned lone agent Jack Bauer (Kiefer
Sutherland). The logistically complex shoot was based at West London’s Gillette
Building and filmed at Longcross Studios, major London airports, roads and transport
systems and several iconic buildings, including Wembley Stadium and
the Royal Courts of Justice.
Congratulating Iain Smith and his team on their award, Bruce Margolis, Senior Vice President
of Production at Twentieth Century Fox Television said: "“We had a spectacular experience
shooting 24: Live Another Day in London, and could not have been more pleased or impressed
with our UK production team led by Iain Smith. 24 is by its very nature a tremendously
challenging series to film, and it was further complicated by the fact that we were bringing
this show back years after we ended production in Los Angeles, with the eyes of the world
upon us. By every measure, thanks to our talented team overseas, we pulled it off, and we
are so grateful for their incredible contribution to the legacy of this series.”

Roy Button OBE, DL, Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Warner Bros.
Productions Ltd, who receives The Production Guild Contribution to the Industry
Award in association with Panavision, for his outstanding contribution to the
development and sustainability of the UK film and TV industry.
As Head of Physical Production for Warner Bros. Productions Ltd, Roy is responsible
for all Warner Bros’ films based out of the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
He has also been the driving force for Warner Bros.’ investment in Warner Bros.
Studios Leavesden, Europe’s largest studio, owned and run by Warner Bros. and the
production base for films made, and being made, in the UK by a number of US
‘majors’ including eight Harry Potter films, Edge of Tomorrow, Jupiter Ascending,
Tarzan, Knights of the Round Table: King Arthur, Fantastic Beasts and Where to
Find Them, and host to Mission Impossible – Rogue Nation, Kingsman: The Secret
Service, amongst others, as well as the Leavesden Harry Potter Tour. Roy’s illustrious
46 year career in the film industry started with working as a runner, graduating up
through the ranks of 1st and 2nd Assistant Director, Production Manager and
Producer. In his Assistant Director roles Roy has worked with filmmakers including
Richard Attenborough (Cry Freedom, Gandhi and A Bridge Too Far), Steven Spielberg
(Indiana Jones and Temple of Doom, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Empire of the Sun),
Sydney Pollack (Out of Africa), Richard Marquand (Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of
the Jedi) and Richard Donner (Superman) as well as being a Production Manager for
Clint Eastwood (White Hunter, Black Heart).
Roy is involved with training programmes within the UK film industry and is currently
a member of the FITB (Film Industry Training Board) and the board of the British Film
Commission. He is passionate about restructuring the direct work placement process
on feature films and bringing further major motion pictures to the UK. Roy was
awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty The Queen for services
to the film industry and was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for Hertfordshire.
Congratulating Roy Button, Steve Papazian, President, Worldwide Physical Production,
Warner Bros said: "Throughout our 20 year partnership Roy has championed the UK film
community and no-one flies the British flag higher than Roy."

Assistant Production Accountant Jessamyn Keogh, who receives The
Production Guild Rising Star Award in association with Warner Bros, Studios
Leavesden. Jess began the Production Guild’s Assistant Production Accountant
Training Scheme (APATS) funded by Creative Skillset in 2012, taking up placements
on Sky1’s Starlings (series two), Channel 4’s Top Boy (series two) and Disney’s
Muppets Most Wanted. Since graduating in 2013, Jess has demonstrated a focus and
dedication that has seen her move upwards in an astonishingly short period, working
as 1st Assistant Accountant on series five of E4’s Misfits, quickly followed by series
five and six of ITV drama Downton Abbey, as well as upcoming comedy drama Miss
You Already (S Films/New Sparta Films) starring Drew Barrymore and Toni Colette.
Jess is due to start shortly as 1st Assistant Accountant on high profile upcoming BBC
One drama Taboo, starring Tom Hardy.
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Producer Mairi Bett, who receives The Production Guild Inspiration Award in
association with Creative Skillset, in recognition of her long-standing dedication to
assisting the career development of young producers and production crew. Mairi
established Skyline Films with partner Steve Clark-Hall over 25 years ago, and her
many co-producing credits include the upcoming Victor Frankenstein (Davis
Entertainment), as well as in recent years Closed Circuit (Focus Features, Working
Title), The World’s End (Working Title), Oscar®-winning and BAFTA-nominated Jane
Eyre (Focus Features/Ruby Films), The Debt (Marv Productions/Miramax), Green
Zone (Working Title/Universal Pictures), and the BAFTA winning and Oscar®nominated United 93 (Working Title/Universal). Described by those in the industry
as a 'rock', Mairi is widely regarded as an inspirational figure who is always prepared
to lend her time, experience and expertise to mentor others. In May 2014 Mairi
joined Archery Pictures as Head of Production and acted as Exec Producer on Asif
Kapadia’s upcoming Ali and Nino, adapted from the classic novel of the same name
by Oscar®-winning screenwriter Christopher Hampton.
Alison Small, CEO of The Production Guild said: “Film and TV content made in the UK is
respected and applauded by audiences and critics the world over. In contrast, the
commitment, determination and skill delivered behind the scenes by our country’s
production professionals is far less widely recognised.
“Production Guild members apply their experience and expertise across TV and feature film
productions of all sizes, budgets and genres, both home-grown and international, via a wide
and varied range of specialisms encompassing everything from production management, to
VFX, to production accountancy. Their tireless contribution is integral to keeping the UK
production industry at the top of its game, internationally renowned for its consistently high
standards of expertise. We’re proud to celebrate their achievements with tonight’s awards.”
Dan Dark, SVP and Managing Director of Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, said: “We are
delighted to be sponsoring the Production Guild Awards for the second year running. The
Production Guild annual awards are a fantastic opportunity to acknowledge the achievements
of the industry and specifically the Production Guild members. Congratulations to all of the
winners who have all played a part in contributing to the current success of the UK film and
Television industry.”
Dan Simmons, Creative Skillset Head of Partnerships, said: “It’s more urgent than ever we
continue to develop and strengthen the skills of our world renowned crews. Together with
the Production Guild, we help to build a skilled and globally competitive film and TV industry.
The generosity and positive influence of people like Mairi Bett inspires new talent to aim high.
Congratulations and thank you, from all at Creative Skillset.”
Martin Hughes, Director of Proving Ground and Technology Park at Millbrook said: “With
many years’ experience working in the industry to provide an ideal setting for films, television
programmes and photo opportunities, Millbrook is proud to sponsor the awards and
recognise the craft of the industry’s professionals.”
The Production Guild award winners were nominated by the Production Guild’s industry
membership, and selected by juries of leading industry professionals. The Production Guild’s
Contribution to the Industry Award is nominated and awarded to an individual voted for by
the Production Guild board.
The 2015 Award Winners
24: Live Another Day UK production team
The Production Guild Member/Team of the Year Award in association with Millbrook
Acknowledging an individual or team that has achieved something extraordinary in their work, within
the production office, production accounts, location management, post production or assistant
directing.
Team members:
 Iain Smith OBE – Producer (Mad Max: Fury Road, The A Team, Children of Men, Cold
Mountain, The Fifth Element)
 Kathy Nettleship - Unit Production Manager (The Musketeers, Sherlock, Black Mirror,
Hinterland)
 Tim Field - VFX Producer (Collide, Ex Machina, Under the Skin, Les Miserables, Batman Begins)
 Lydia Currie - 1st Assistant Director (The Man Who Knew Infinity, Jekyll and Hyde, Black Mirror)
 Zoe Burke – Supervising Production Co-ordinator (The Musketeers, Black Mirror, Tommy
Cooper)
 Marco Calabrese - Production Co-ordinator (The Tunnel, Game of Thrones, Pride, Babylon)
 Casper Mill - Location Manager (The Smoke, Midsomer Murders, Thor: The Dark World)
 David Jones - Production Accountant (Thirteen, Sherlock, Lady Chatterley's Lover)
 Elaine Stephenson - Design Accountant (New Tricks, Into the Woods)
 Gareth Brock - 1st Assistant Accountant (The Infiltrator, Far From the Madding Crowd, New
Tricks)
 Spencer Pawson - 2nd Assistant Accountant (Sherlock, Thirteen, Lady Chatterley's Lover)
 David Danisovszky - 3rd Assistant Accountant (The Infiltrator, Time Out of Mind, The Outcast)
 Amanda Fernie - Payroll Accountant (The Night Manager, The Hollow Crown: The War of the
Roses, Edge of Tomorrow)
 James Adkin - Production Assistant (The Night Manager, Criminal, The Royals)
 Francesca Hunt - PG Assistant Accountant Trainee (Bourne 5 - 2016, SPECTRE, Mr Holmes)
Roy Button OBE, DL - Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Warner Bros.
Productions Ltd and Managing Director of Warner Bros. Productions
The Production Guild Contribution to the Industry Award in association with Panavision
Acknowledging a Production Guild member who has made an outstanding contribution to the
development and sustainability of the UK film and/or TV drama industry.
Jessamyn Keogh – Assistant production accountant
The Production Guild Rising Star Award in association with Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden
Acknowledging an individual who, through their skills and tenacity is rising through the grades within
their area of work, and has had a significant rise in their career since 2012.
Mairi Bett – Producer
The Production Guild Inspiration Award in association with Creative Skillset
Acknowledging an individual who has personally helped other member/s to develop within their work
and/or career by offering guidance, advice and support.
About the Juries
The Production Guild Member/Team of the Year Award in association with Millbrook
Chair - Guy Barker (Financial Controller)
Luke Galliana (Head of Sales, Events and Tracks, Millbrook), Christopher Granier-Deferre (Producer),
Luke Randolph (Executive Producer), Tina McFarling (Publicist), Samantha Jukes Adams (SVP Scripted
Production, NBC Universal)
The Production Guild Rising Star Award in association with the Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden
Chair - Lara Sargent (Director, Sargent Disc)
Emily Stillman (VP Sales and Marketing, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden), Alex Boden (Producer), Ali
Moshref (Production Executive, Film Finances), Kerry Smith (Production Accountant), Tommy Gormley
(1st Assistant Director), Alex Jones (Head of Production and Business, Red Planet Pictures), Stephanie
Bamberg (Production coordinator)
The Production Guild Inspiration Award in association with Creative Skillset
Chair: Marianne Jenkins (Unit Production Manager)
Gavin Humphries (Film Partnership Manager, Creative Skillset), Fiona McGuire (Head of Production,
Pathe Productions Ltd.), Peter La Terriere (Completion Guarantor, European Film Bonds),Bobbie
Johnson (Financial Controller), Donald Sabourin (Unit Production Manager / Production Manager),
Anna Mansi (Head of Certification, BFI), Julie Burnell (Production Executive, ITV)
The Production Guild Contribution to the Industry Award in association with Panavision
The recipient of this award is selected by the board of The Production Guild of Great Britain.