This film was created as part of a package for the Medical Research Council (UKRI) – offering a brand film and then an accompanying commercial film that looks at the actual work they do in more practical terms.

Working with an award-winning Creative Director and Director of Photography, we turned the staff of MRC into actors, and their laboratories in to sets as we delivered on a creative that reflects the open-minded, human-centric thinking required to solve some of the biggest problems in life. What causes cancer cells to mutate? What can flies teach us about our own DNA? How can we extend life?

The challenge was how to turn some of the world’s most advanced, future-looking research in to something palatable for the public, connecting quite abstract developmental research in to something that will benefit society.

We focussed on the creative process behind dreaming the impossible, asking the right questions to elicit unimaginable answers.

Annual summary films are always de-rigeur as the year draws to a close. For many organisations working in global health they need to show the impact of their efforts.

This year for Mectizan Donation Program we decided to shout their anthem at the top of their voices.

Working with a native voice over artist from Kenya, a powerful trailer-like soundtrack – and some topflight editing – we created a film that the client LOVED!

“This is the best of the best! Thank you for all your hard work delivering these powerful messages throughout the year.”

Yao Sodahlon, Director Mectizan Donation Program

We created this brand film for Climate KIC, a leading European climate agency, after winning a competitive RFP to produce five case-study films and one overarching brand film across five European cities. The case studies explored their core pillars of work, while the brand film was designed to capture Climate KIC’s ethos, impact, and ambition.

To deliver such a wide-ranging project within two weeks, we collaborated with local crews in each city. From London, we developed the creative treatment, scripts, shooting briefs, and shot lists, and remotely orchestrated the entire production. Once filming was complete, all footage was edited in our studio to ensure a cohesive final suite of films.

For the brand film, Climate KIC sought a dynamic piece that reflected both the scale of their global reach and the diversity of their work. Central to the film was a narrative that balanced realism about the urgency of climate change with a tone that felt positive, hopeful, and empowering.

See the series on YouTube:

As part of our long-standing relationship with British Airways’ Community Investment team we spent time in Durban, South Africa, with Tom Hewitt and his crew of ex-street kids now-surfing professionals known as Surfers Not Street Children.

Apart from their partnership with Comic Relief, British Airways offer annual bursaries to individual projects around the world that they feel are providing long-term sustainable development to the community. Durban has a long history of homelessness and street crime, so a surfing project that engages young kids and give them some life-changing guidance can make a huge impact.

Once we actually managed to get all the Surfers Not Street Children kids in the same place at the same time (“it’s like herding cats” said Tom in despair) hanging out with these bright enthusiastic young guys was the highlight – you could feel the energy coming from them, all buzzing from the experience of surfing and being filmed. One even requested a coffee with seven sugars which probably contributed to the general energy level.

This film is another great example of how we approach the subject matter of our CSR film projects in a way that shines a light on the great work that some of the world’s leading brands are doing on the ground. By highlighting the purpose that drives these leading brands, our films showcase their philanthropy and the positive impact they’re having on communities around the world.

Continuing our partnership with Marriott, we had the chance to make a film for Liam Brown, the new President and Managing Director in Europe for Marriott International, introducing himself to 43,000 associates.

Using a combination of fun, quick-fire questions and a more formal interview straight down the lens, we got to know Liam, from his vision for Marriott’s next chapter, to his guilty pleasures.

Working with a simple 3 person crew plus director, and the full participation of the fantastic St Pancras Renaissance hotel staff, we went to work capturing Liam in his element, doing what he does best – connecting with his people and bringing them together.

Penguin Making of an Audiobook

The Penguin Making of an audiobook film was commissioned by Penguin Random House to show the craft behind audiobook production. The client wanted viewers to see how a written story becomes an immersive audio experience. Our team focused on capturing not just the narration but also the work of producers, sound engineers, and editors who bring emotion, tone, and character to life.

Our Approach
To achieve this, we adapted our cinematic style to reflect the auditory nature of audiobooks. We combined interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and stylised sound design to mirror the immersive experience that listeners enjoy. Each step highlighted the skill, care, and attention to detail that goes into producing an audiobook. At the same time, we kept the storytelling engaging, clear, and visually interesting.

We also focused on showing the people behind the medium. By highlighting their dedication and expertise, we made complex technical processes understandable and relatable. Careful editing, sound mixing, and visual design helped translate the behind-the-scenes work into a compelling narrative.

Impact and Results
The film gave viewers a clear, vivid insight into audiobook production. It showcased Penguin’s commitment to quality and innovation while making the craft accessible to both staff and external audiences. Shown at Penguin’s annual conference, the film became a highlight of the event and received praise from the CEO. By putting the spotlight on the people who make audiobooks, the Penguin Making of an audiobook film inspired audiences and reinforced Penguin’s reputation for creativity, excellence, and storytelling.

The world courier purpose film shows what drives World Courier staff every day. The client wanted a story that highlighted how employees’ values shape the company’s culture and operations. Their brief was to capture real, heartfelt insights while keeping the film professional, engaging, and visually clear.

We used the EyeDirect device so interviewees could look at the camera while seeing the interviewer’s reflection. This setup created a relaxed environment and encouraged staff to share honest thoughts about what motivates them. Careful framing, simple cinematography, and attentive interviewing made each story clear and relatable.

The film focuses on World Courier’s purpose-driven approach to biopharma logistics. Staff explain why their work matters, showing the shared values behind the company’s global operations. The stories also communicate World Courier’s culture to clients and partners, proving the company cares not just about what it does, but why.

The world courier purpose film turns abstract ideas about purpose into a clear, engaging story. It strengthens employee engagement, inspires viewers, and reinforces the company’s reputation as a global, people-driven organisation.

In a world where people see debt spiralling out of control, this company is helping financial institutions offer their end-users the very best service through compassion in finance, to lift them out of poverty.

Travelling out to Ed’s ranch and then to his offices in Fairfax Virginia, we got a great insight in to what makes his leadership style so unique and yet appropriate for the type of service C&R Software offer. It was a great chance to get under the skin of what really makes Ed tick.

Capturing the unique spirit of a vibrant local independent business in a short film of 1 minute is no mean feat – but with this film for Deluxe Coffeeworks London, we think we nailed it.

Providing Londoners with a warm welcome and superb daily-roasted coffee, Deluxe Coffeeworks are a South African coffee shop group who opened up a London shop and roastery in 2022.

Being newcomers to the London coffee scene, the business was looking to communicate the uncompromising quality of the coffee and the chilled open vibe, so iconic of Cape Town. The film is the result of our team’s tour of the roastery, and in depth interviews with the founders, and some of their customers.

Created for social media, this is an example of how our approach to film production combines truth and magic to create an impactful profile piece that captures the spirit and ethos of a brand. By capturing the character of the team that have built this fresh brand’s profile in the London area, we were able to craft a snapshot that communicates the spirit and energy of what we consider London’s best coffeeshop and roastery.

British Airways Flying Start Film

Client Brief
The British Airways Flying Start film was commissioned to raise internal awareness of the airline’s major fundraising initiative. The client wanted a story that built on the in-flight film currently running on all long-haul flights. Therefore, our brief was to create engaging content that inspired staff, shared the impact of fundraising, and highlighted real-world projects supported by the initiative.

Our Approach
To achieve this, we followed three British Airways cabin crew on visits to two projects, one in Sheffield and another in Johannesburg. By showing the world through their eyes, the film offered an authentic, immersive view of the projects and the people involved. This perspective immediately helped staff connect with the stories.

We combined on-location footage with interviews, capturing the passion and commitment of both staff and project teams. Furthermore, dynamic editing and carefully chosen shots ensured that the narrative remained compelling throughout. By linking each scene with clear transitions, viewers could follow the journey easily and understand the broader impact of Flying Start.

Impact and Results
As a result, the film connects employees to the purpose of British Airways’ fundraising efforts. Staff can see the tangible difference their work and donations make to communities around the world. In addition, the film encourages a shared sense of pride and commitment to the brand.

By highlighting experiences through passionate champions, the British Airways Flying Start film inspires staff to engage with fundraising initiatives. Moreover, it demonstrates how storytelling can turn internal communications into a motivational, visually engaging experience. Ultimately, the film fosters connection, pride, and awareness across the company while showcasing the impact of Flying Start.

FIND wanted a call to arms to engage a wide network of stakeholders in their mission to bring equal access to safe and reliable diagnostics around the world. Born out of the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the inequalities between the haves and have nots, FIND now plays an important role in enabling diagnostics to be available where they’re needed most. With 50% of the world’s population having challenges when accessing diagnostics, the role of the company is critical to providing rapid and accurate diagnosis where it’s needed most.

With a snappy approach to simple graphics and some punchy music this film was created for the annual American Society For Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) event in Seattle in 2022, at which FIND‘s advancements and partnerships in innovation and implementation were showcased to the global audience of tropical and neglected disease experts. It has now become the opening film on their website.

Gautier from The Green Londoner approached Cloud9Media with a challenge: to help Londoners engage with the truth about farmed salmon and take action.

With the nearest coast being 40 miles from us in London, we leapt at the challenge to deliver on the impossible. We worked on some visual prompts to get shock reactions and a cascade of questions to launch on an unsuspecting public – then we hit the roads.

The truth about Salmon farming is that it is an industry and commonplace. What they don’t tell you is the suffering the fish undergo, swimming in circles crowded like prisoners in the ocean. Sea-lice spreads, wide-reach antibiotics are administered and the salmon become ghosts of their former selves. We wanted to see what the public would say when they saw the truth.

Getting people to talk on camera takes enthusiasm and a strong sense of persuasion; hard when our pavements are crowded with charity-hunters. This was no obstacle for us though, as we are driven by a passion for seeing all creatures on this planet treated humanely – and love speaking to members of the public.

After a day of taking to the streets of London, we realised that while people were shocked, we couldn’t give any simple valuable alternatives. So this film is one of a series, as we go in search of the answers to farmed salmon alternatives from different players in the field, that us animal-conscious consumers will gobble up.

We’re now working with GSFR and Curious PR to seek wider funding and engagement with this bold but effective advocacy campaign.

So put down that cheap farmed salmon you just cooked

and sign up here to take action on stopping salmon farming now!

This film is one of a four part series for Nice Rice, winners of The Future of Food 2024, made with footage that company owner Fergus obtained on a recent trip to India, filmed by a local cameraman.

Let’s face it, although being an inspired entrepreneur, Fergus is better in conversation than when reading off a script. So we decided to do an audio-only interview – podcast-style – to put him at ease away from the bright lights and cameras, allowing him to speak naturally. We chopped a long conversation down in to 4 standalone films, that our in-house editor Bruno turned in to some really cool, punchy films for social media.

And with their offices across the corridor from ours in the Shepherds Building, collaborating on this project couldn’t have been easier. We get a lot of free rice now – and it’s quite nice!

See the series on Instagram.

Emmy Award-winning actress Hannah Waddingham uses her voice and platform for social change, standing in solidarity with Justice4Windrush.

Having grown up in an ethnically diverse environment Hannah is passionate about standing against racism. Hannah is dedicated to raising her daughter with empathy and kindness while ensuring she learns about the history of racial injustice in the UK. Recognising the necessity of formal education on this subject in schools, she is committed to promoting awareness.

About the Justice4Windrush campaign

One of a monthly social series of films we create for the Mectizan Donation Program, taken from a recent shoot we did in Togo, West Africa. Foreign shoots like these are a great way to gather a bulk of content and deliver on a yearly comms plan with fresh, bespoke filmed footage.

Community health workers filmed in Togo, West Africa, for Cloud Nine Media’s MDP Social Series.

Capturing the unique spirit of a vibrant local independent business in a short film of 1 minute is no mean feat – but with this film for Deluxe Coffeeworks London, we think we nailed it.

Providing Londoners with a warm welcome and superb daily-roasted coffee, Deluxe Coffeeworks are a South African coffee shop group who opened up a London shop and roastery in 2022.

Being newcomers to the London coffee scene, the business was looking to communicate the uncompromising quality of the coffee and the chilled open vibe, so iconic of Cape Town. The film is the result of our team’s tour of the roastery, and in depth interviews with the founders, and some of their customers.

Created for social media, this is an example of how our approach to film production combines truth and magic to create an impactful profile piece that captures the spirit and ethos of a brand. By capturing the character of the team that have built this fresh brand’s profile in the London area, we were able to craft a snapshot that communicates the spirit and energy of what we consider London’s best coffeeshop and roastery.

As part of a 12-part social series for Hammersmith & Fulham Council’s Interfaith Week, this film captures a heartfelt conversation with Father Richard, who reflects on the universal values shared across all religions. Emphasising the importance of relationships and communication, he reminds us that simple acts like sharing a meal can bring people together, fostering understanding and unity at the heart of interfaith dialogue.

Filmed over two days, our team cycled through the borough, meeting faith leaders from temples, mosques, and churches to explore their perspectives on interfaith and community togetherness. Alongside their insights, we captured b-roll of notable landmarks to root the series in the vibrant local community. Working sustainably and connecting deeply with our neighbors, this project was an enlightening and rewarding journey.

The resulting series is a powerful exploration of interfaith harmony, showcasing the wisdom and compassion of local faith leaders who remind us that while our practices may differ, the core values of kindness, respect, and community are universal. We are proud to have created a series that celebrates unity, diversity, and the shared humanity that binds us together.

Read our article on how we did it here.

The WHO Evaluation Animation was created to help World Health Organization staff understand the value of internal evaluation practices. The client wanted a clear and engaging way to explain processes that can feel complex or technical. Their brief asked for content that was accessible, educational, and visually appealing to a global audience while remaining light-hearted and approachable.

To achieve this, we worked closely with WHO to define the key message and ensure alignment with internal learning goals. We developed a hand-drawn 2D animation style that simplified concepts and illustrated them in a friendly, engaging way. The animations used simple characters, clear diagrams, and smooth motion to break down abstract evaluation processes into digestible visual steps. This method ensured viewers could follow the content while staying entertained and engaged.

We focused on clear narration and careful pacing. Each scene gave staff enough time to absorb the information without feeling rushed. We combined visuals and voiceover to reinforce key points and encourage retention. The design intentionally used culturally neutral illustrations and clear icons, ensuring accessibility for WHO employees worldwide.

The resulting WHO Evaluation Animation translates complex internal processes into a practical, memorable learning tool. It helps staff understand evaluation practices, why they matter, and how to apply them in their work. The film runs across multiple internal platforms, supporting training programs and reinforcing WHO’s commitment to effective internal processes.

By combining simple storytelling, hand-drawn animation, and thoughtful design, the WHO Evaluation Animation turns a technical topic into a visually engaging and enjoyable experience, making learning effective and memorable for staff around the world.

With diagnostics being essential in the delivery of healthcare, gaps in diagnostics prevent people from accessing the care they need. By accelerating access to testing globally in LMICs, FIND is closing these diagnostic gaps and transforming the lives of millions of people.

This film is a great example of the use of a combination of animation, stock and on-location footage. The result is an impactful short explainer that provides a clear overview of what can be a complex subject.

LATAM Climathon Sustainability:

The EU’s Climate KIC team wanted to capture the remarkable work in seeding sustainability ideas thanks to their Climathons, run across the globe. This one features the LATAM region.

So we sent out a filming brief document to teams across Latin America and West Africa with filming guidelines in order to grab a snapshot of what went on in 27 countries!

As with all user-generated content the material we got back was of mixed quality. So we devised a graphical format and a pacing for the films that soon turned raw amateur footage in to a compelling argument for why people should attend these remarkable events.

“The end result was EXCELLENT! They did a great job at digesting a lot information and content, and working with them was easy and very pleasant. They take the time to really understand what you need and want to achieve.”

Felipe Caballero, Marketing & Communication Manager

Commissioned for the Mectizan Donation Program‘s annual event – held this year in Bogota – this film looks at the impact of PAHO (Pan American Health Organization), funded by the Carter Center. Whilst huge success has already been attributed to the donation program of Mectizan for River Blindness thanks to MSD/Merck, there are still 35,000 Yanomami Indians in the Amazon Jungle who are still at risk, where access is challenging to say the least.

With limited archive and mainly stills available, and without the opportunity for us to film footage ourselves (as we prefer to do!), for this film we decided to take a more contemporary, minimalist approach using sound design, a rhythmic soundtrack and playful text manipulation to let the words on screen deliver maximum impact.

We delivered the film for the event in Spanish, while providing Spanish and English versions for social media – delivered in portrait format to make sure it hit the top of peoples feeds on Instagram and LinkedIn.

”We were very happy with our video “5 Billion Mectizan Treatments – The Americas” produced by Cloud9Media. They handled the challenges of a complicated story, limited footage, and a multilingual audience to create a powerful piece in three languages. We debuted the video at an important meeting where it was very well received, generating positive energy and momentum.

We rely on the expertise of the Cloud9Media team to produce appealing and informative videos to reach our global audience.”

Virginia Murray, Communications Manager, MDP

This film is one of a four part series for Nice Rice, winners of The Future of Food 2024, made with footage that company owner Fergus obtained on a recent trip to India, filmed by a local cameraman.

Let’s face it, although being an inspired entrepreneur, Fergus is better in conversation than when reading off a script. So we decided to do an audio-only interview – podcast-style – to put him at ease away from the bright lights and cameras, allowing him to speak naturally. We chopped a long conversation down in to 4 standalone films, that our in-house editor Bruno turned in to some really cool, punchy films for social media.

And with their offices across the corridor from ours in the Shepherds Building, collaborating on this project couldn’t have been easier. We get a lot of free rice now – and it’s quite nice!

See the series on Instagram.

Digital Jane Series 1, the first in what went on to be a successful series – still our favourite between us. This whole series was made entirely with available stock shots, strong scripting & voiceover and in-house graphics work. Whilst stock shots will never truly replicate a person’s life, in this instance, they are invaluable in helping give a snapshot picture of any given scenario. This is especially important when explaining financial processes and their potential, beneficial impact in the real world.

The series went on to look at different character perspectives and their (indirect) experiences of FICO Platform, a fintech AI software service.. However, we always feel this one about Jane’s life herself was the most fun to make for sure!

In a heartwarming 2-minute film, we journey through time from the 1980s to the present to discover the incredible story of Mectizan.

It’s an inspiring story about a simple pill that’s had a life-changing impact for millions of people across the world. And it starts with Professor Gil Burnham‘s dedication to testing Ivermectin as a treatment for Onchocerciasis, which became a remarkable journey that led to the treatment of two neglected tropical diseases: Oncho and Lymphatic Filariasis.

The film captures the transformative power of Mectizan through its success story. We learn about the program’s transition from a disease control program into an elimination program, as over 12 billion Mectizan pills are distributed across the world. From the factory to the hands of those who need it this tiny pill goes through a very long journey to have a huge impact in countries’ health systems.

Most touching of all, we witness the momentous achievement of eliminating Onchocerciasis and Lymphatic Filariasis in eight different countries, freeing people from the shackles of these diseases. But the impact doesn’t stop there: Mectizan’s success has led to the inclusion of a new sector in public health, NTDs (Neglected Tropical Diseases), in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 3.

British Airways Flying Start Film

Client Brief
The British Airways Flying Start film was commissioned to raise internal awareness of the airline’s major fundraising initiative. The client wanted a story that built on the in-flight film currently running on all long-haul flights. Therefore, our brief was to create engaging content that inspired staff, shared the impact of fundraising, and highlighted real-world projects supported by the initiative.

Our Approach
To achieve this, we followed three British Airways cabin crew on visits to two projects, one in Sheffield and another in Johannesburg. By showing the world through their eyes, the film offered an authentic, immersive view of the projects and the people involved. This perspective immediately helped staff connect with the stories.

We combined on-location footage with interviews, capturing the passion and commitment of both staff and project teams. Furthermore, dynamic editing and carefully chosen shots ensured that the narrative remained compelling throughout. By linking each scene with clear transitions, viewers could follow the journey easily and understand the broader impact of Flying Start.

Impact and Results
As a result, the film connects employees to the purpose of British Airways’ fundraising efforts. Staff can see the tangible difference their work and donations make to communities around the world. In addition, the film encourages a shared sense of pride and commitment to the brand.

By highlighting experiences through passionate champions, the British Airways Flying Start film inspires staff to engage with fundraising initiatives. Moreover, it demonstrates how storytelling can turn internal communications into a motivational, visually engaging experience. Ultimately, the film fosters connection, pride, and awareness across the company while showcasing the impact of Flying Start.

Charity partnerships like The One Foundation and World Duty Free are incredibly powerful, helping raise millions of pounds for long term causes like access to clean water in Kenya.

We followed a team of staff from various airports in the UK on their journey to Kenya, where they saw first-hand the difference that access to clean water was making in the lives of people living in some of the most deprived areas of the country. To capture a bunch of people who have never been to this part of the world, and who are seeing the impact of their work, was rewarding in its own right.

Thanks to bottles of One Water they sell at Gatwick, Aberdeen and Manchester airports, lives are being changed for the better as access to clean water becomes a reality.

The film was shown to all staff members of World Duty Free at their annual All Hands meeting to help contextualise where the money they raise through water sales goes.

Costa Foundation Film – Smiley Charity Film Awards 2023 Finalist

Client Brief
The Costa Foundation is the charitable branch of Costa Coffee. They raise all funds through customer donations to carry out life-changing work abroad. The client wanted a film that showed how this work supports some of the world’s most disadvantaged children. The goal was to inspire staff and customers while highlighting the Foundation’s global impact.

Our Approach
To achieve this, we focused on the people behind the initiative: the Foundation’s dedicated Store Champions. Motivated by a desire to give back to communities that grow Costa’s coffee beans, these champions developed innovative ways to raise awareness and funds. For example, they have helped build over 90 schools and 750 classrooms in ten countries.

The film also highlighted the challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite restrictions on collecting donations, the Foundation remained committed to involving customers in its journey. Through interviews, footage of projects, and dynamic visuals, we showed how their work changes children’s education and improves lives.

Impact and Results
The resulting film demonstrates the power of community-driven fundraising. It inspires customers and staff to continue supporting the Costa Foundation. Moreover, it clearly communicates the global reach of the Foundation’s work, showing tangible results in education and infrastructure.

By combining heartfelt storytelling with clear visuals, the film connects audiences to the Foundation’s purpose. It showcases the commitment of both staff and customers, demonstrating how their contributions create meaningful change. As a result, the Costa Foundation film not only celebrates past achievements but also encourages ongoing engagement and support, reinforcing the charity’s mission to give children a better foundation for life.

Every year Associate Appreciation Week is a red-letter event for every member of Marriott‘s 200,000 + staff.

In a bid to give a more democratic overview of what makes it great to be part of this large workforce we took our Instabooth to hotels in London and Frankfurt to capture the beating heart of what drives Marriott International.

As part of a whole suite of day-in-the-life films we have made for Penguin Random House this year, this first film looks at the crucial role the editor plays in getting a book published.

This series of films are housed on the Penguin Random House Careers website.

When published on LinkedIn it received 3k views within the first day of publishing – and the YouTube version has gone on to generate over 74,000 views to date.

The world courier purpose film shows what drives World Courier staff every day. The client wanted a story that highlighted how employees’ values shape the company’s culture and operations. Their brief was to capture real, heartfelt insights while keeping the film professional, engaging, and visually clear.

We used the EyeDirect device so interviewees could look at the camera while seeing the interviewer’s reflection. This setup created a relaxed environment and encouraged staff to share honest thoughts about what motivates them. Careful framing, simple cinematography, and attentive interviewing made each story clear and relatable.

The film focuses on World Courier’s purpose-driven approach to biopharma logistics. Staff explain why their work matters, showing the shared values behind the company’s global operations. The stories also communicate World Courier’s culture to clients and partners, proving the company cares not just about what it does, but why.

The world courier purpose film turns abstract ideas about purpose into a clear, engaging story. It strengthens employee engagement, inspires viewers, and reinforces the company’s reputation as a global, people-driven organisation.

By capturing culture and personalities, a candid day-in-the-life film like ‘One Team, One Dream’ is used to help prospective candidates decide if it’s the right place for them. And help companies like World Courier recruit the right people with the right mindset to carry out this high-risk and high-reward work.

We spent two days getting down and personal with this unique team that is on the verge of mass expansion. And it’s surprising how much employees love talking about their passion for their jobs – when they’re in the right job.

This short film is part of a suite of films created for Marriott International to run on International Women’s Day.

Brought from around the world, we interviewed three successful women from across the business at their luxurious Hyde Park Towers, to hear about their rise to power and the continued support they have received from this “family” based organisation.

Every year Associate Appreciation Week is a red-letter event for every member of Marriott‘s 200,000 + staff.

In a bid to give a more democratic overview of what makes it great to be part of this large workforce we took our Instabooth to hotels in London and Frankfurt to capture the beating heart of what drives Marriott International.

As part of Blood Cancer UK‘s campaign, we travelled the country to film the stories of 6 prominent individuals. All of them, in their own way, are involved in raising the profile of a disease that affects 1 in every 16 men and one in every 22 women. Each of our interviewees provided their very personal reasons for why raising awareness is more crucial than ever before, by framing their reason with “Because…”

These interviews form the core of a campaign that kicked off on World Blood Cancer Day on 28th May. The purpose of the campaign was to increase awareness of signs and symptoms, help improve early diagnosis, encourage policymakers to prioritise the disease, and help everyone with blood cancer feel connected and heard.

As a result of this campaign, the profile of blood cancer was raised at the highest level, with MP’s taking up the cause and sharing information on social media.

FICO World 2025 Event Summary: Daily Highlights

Client Brief
FICO commissioned us to produce a FICO World 2025 Event Summary that captured the voices and experiences of delegates in real time. They wanted daily content that highlighted attendee insights, fostered engagement, and amplified the energy of the event. Therefore, our brief was to create quick-turnaround films that could be shared immediately, ensuring the event’s messages reached all participants while remaining fresh and relevant.

Our Approach
To achieve this, we deployed onsite editors and producers to film interviews and record reactions throughout the day. Then, by editing content on site, we delivered daily highlights the following morning. This approach allowed delegates to see their contributions almost immediately and reinforced a sense of excitement and shared purpose.

Next, we asked targeted questions designed to bring out authentic insights and opinions. With guidance from FICO, we focused on topics that mattered most to attendees. Consequently, the interviews turned delegates into spokespeople and encouraged peer-to-peer engagement. By showcasing these voices, the summary films highlighted key themes, reinforced messaging, and built a clear narrative that connected everyone at the event.

Impact and Results
As a result, the films boosted engagement and created momentum throughout the event. Delegates became ambassadors, spreading shared ideas and insights beyond the conference floor. Additionally, the daily summaries produced memorable, high-impact content that extended the reach of FICO World.

Overall, by combining fast production with carefully guided interviews, this FICO World 2025 Event Summary demonstrates how strategic storytelling can elevate live events. It reinforced FICO World’s energy, strengthened connections among attendees, and provided reusable content for ongoing engagement.

When we create films, we always strive to humanise the story, by getting to the heart of the matter – and in this case, there was a very compelling backstory that deserved to be told.

Launched in the 1960s, the introduction of FICO’s credit scoring was a game changer that helped level the playing field for women when it came to accessing loans for homes and cars. This was a fascinating journey into how the company was instrumental in breaking the bias of the past, and a powerful and inspiring message to capture on film. Films that deal with addressing fairness strike a particular chord for us given it plays a pivotal role in our company ethos.

Earthfest 2025 video: Hope often starts with a simple act: imagining the world you want to see.

As EarthFest’s chosen film partner, we set up a stand to run a creative experiment – inviting people to step into their dream future and describe it in vivid detail. What does it sound like? Smell like? Feel like? this video from Earthfest 2025 asks this question.

We asked passersby to open up about their concerns and their hopes. Many began with, “Oh, you don’t want me on camera,” but soon found themselves sharing something honest and powerful. Everyone has something to say – our job is to help them feel safe enough to say it.

The result is Seeing is Believing – a short film exploring how visualising a better world can spark a genuine sense of hope. At a time when it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, this was a joyful, affirming reminder that change begins with imagination.

What does love really mean?

We wanted to hear from our neighbours and colleagues what they had to say about love, so we asked them to answer a simple question: “What does love mean to you?”.

Makes us tear up every time!

Identity and Authentication. Everyone loves technology and it’s pretty cool when it works in your favour. But how about when it’s used against you?

In this film, industry leaders from Finance and Technology join forces to discuss identity and authentication – how do we remain safe whilst maintaining the fluidity of experience from the brands we love online?

We worked with different teams to capture the different elements of a busy 3 hours, from asking experts to talk around their field to asking attendees their opinion of it all.

It’s a lot of fun in the making and the positive experience translates well in to the final product.

Working with Blood Cancer UK, we covered their large-scale Walk of Light event in Birmingham, which raises awareness about blood cancer by bringing together individuals, groups and families with shared values and experiences with the disease.

Taking place at night with supplied lanterns and many others decorated in lights of every colour, the gathered walkers made their way around Cannon Hill Park. The result was a great show of support and literally shone a light on a disease that will affect one in 16 men and in 22 women at some point in their lives.

With two camera operators and a drone, we saw the event through from start to finish.

One of a series of Big Walk events hosted by The Eden Project’s Eden Communities initiative.

We love films that give us a chance to really capture good things going on and try and drive changed as a result.

This was shot in the Llanwyrtyd Wells area of Wales, where Big Walk supporters took part in a slightly unusual race. Instead of competing against each other, the competitors in this race would be (as the event is titled) Man V Horse. Though just a bit of fun for the runners and riders, for the town it’s a vital occasion on which much-needed funding is raised by the over 1000 attendants that participate.

This film is part of a wider series of daily updates in which we followed walkers from London, Cornwall, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, journeying with them as they connected with local projects and communities along the way to shine a light on the amazing works people are undertaking around our country. The full team involved shooting with a director, on-site editor, producer, photographer, PR and a daily social media push to drum up interest and grow audiences in this important project, as part of Eden communities’ wider projects that still run today.

Sponsorship from Renault.

As part of our longstanding relationship with the BBC, we were brought on board to cover the legendary Nine Lakes Challenge. Taking place in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions – the Lake District – participants face a gruelling 38km bike ride, followed by a 12km hike around the nine lakes, all in 9 hours.

We filmed this single-day challenge in the Lake District as 60 Business Friends raised £100,000 for a good cause: BBC Children in Need.

From tech conferences to marathons and beyond, our event coverage services capture the story, and the action.

Merck Mectizan Donation Program Film

Client Brief
Merck asked us to create a film celebrating 5 billion Mectizan treatments donated for river blindness and elephantiasis. They wanted a piece to share with staff and show at their main factory in Haarlem. Therefore, the goal was to highlight the program’s scale, impact, and Merck’s long-term commitment.

Our Approach
First, we combined staff interviews from last year’s annual event with archival footage from years of filming the Mectizan Donation Program across multiple countries. This approach allowed us to show both the human and operational impact of the program.

Next, our MD, Steve Maud, composed a soundtrack called The Promise, inspired by Merck’s motto: “As much as needed, for as long as needed.” The music guided the narrative and emphasized the dedication behind the program. Additionally, by blending heartfelt interviews, historical footage, and cinematic visuals, we illustrated the difference 35 years of commitment has made to communities around the world.

Impact and Results
As a result, the film premiered at Merck’s annual event and received enthusiastic applause. It reinforced the Mectizan Donation Program as a cornerstone of Merck’s work and strengthened staff pride. Furthermore, the film helped secure additional funding for the program and increased awareness of the company’s global impact.

Overall, by telling the story of Merck’s long-term commitment, the film demonstrates how strategic content can educate, inspire, and celebrate at the same time. The Merck Mectizan Donation Program film commemorated a historic milestone and created a shared sense of purpose among staff. In this way, it made the scale and importance of the initiative tangible and meaningful for everyone who watched it.

To create video and photographic coverage for TV presenter Charlie Webster’s trip for the Malaria Must Die campaign, our Cloud9Media team spent a busy action-packed week in Western Uganda. In the process, Charlie saw with her own eyes how malaria impacts local communities, and came to terms with a fatal disease that she caught herself when cycling to the Rio Olympics in 2016 on a charity fundraising drive.

At the forefront of the fight against malaria, organisations like Malaria No More have always taken a bold controversial approach to their messaging to help it resonate with Western audiences. The aim of their campaigns is to bring home the reality that malaria is not something that happens elsewhere, but is affecting people everywhere. Increasingly, thanks to climate change, this includes areas of the world where malaria was once unheard of.

Using archival shots taken from Charlie’s broadcast career and stills of her hospitalisation, our team combined these with our own footage to show the background of Charlie’s journey. The result is a short film that captured the challenges she and other sufferers of malaria face, and how there is hope for the elimination of malaria.

Client Brief
Health Action International asked us to create a film showing how Tanzania and Kyrgyzstan are tackling the diabetes crisis. The goal was to highlight innovative, community-led solutions that inspire governments and organizations worldwide to invest in diabetes care.

Our Approach
The film follows Lucy, a dedicated volunteer in Tanzania, and Baktygul, a nurse in Kyrgyzstan. Together, they empower their communities through education, care, and grassroots action. To achieve this, we partnered with skilled local crews in both countries. In Tanzania, our Managing Director, Steve, guided the storytelling on location. Meanwhile, in Kyrgyzstan, local filmmakers brought expertise and understanding of the healthcare context.

Through these collaborations, we captured the real impact of their work. For example, Lucy’s peer-to-peer education equips families and children to prevent and manage diabetes. At the same time, Baktygul’s advanced training allows nurses to deliver life-saving care directly to patients’ homes. Consequently, hospitals experience reduced pressure and shorter waiting times.

Impact and Results
As a result, the film shows how grassroots efforts and systemic solutions can work together to tackle global health challenges. Moreover, it highlights the power of women leading change in their communities. The audience gains a clear view of how local action creates measurable improvements in healthcare.

Overall, this Health Action International film celebrates collaboration, innovation, and the potential of community-driven solutions. By combining authentic storytelling, local expertise, and clear messaging, it encourages action. It also demonstrates how countries can successfully confront the diabetes crisis. Ultimately, it proves that small, local initiatives can have a significant, lasting impact on people’s lives.

Bruna’s Story is an exercise in how to show the colour in a grim reality. For this secondary film to the main British Airways Flying Start shown in-flight, we spent two days following one of the main characters in the lead film, Bruna, in her life around the favelas and in her project where she could enjoy her love of ballet.

With a bespoke camera rig, and by using our fluent Portuguese to conduct interviews and get closer to the subject, we worked with a local fixer to give us access and a chance to forge meaningful relationships. We opted for the personal narrative rather than a project overview to give context to the impact it has on these vulnerable children’s’ lives.

With our main Flying Start film reaching over 148,000 hits on YouTube, we’re very happy that Bruna’s story has helped promote the caring, humane side of British Airways.

Our longstanding client the African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) introduced its scorecard system in Rwanda in 2017, to help tackling the challenge of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) that was burdening the country.

Having obtained encouraging results, the charity decided to produce a short film to encourage key decision makers in other African countries to adopt the scorecard.

ALMA had obtained hours of interview and b-roll rushes that were locally shot, and asked us to use our narrative and editing skills to produce this 3-5 minute long film.

When it comes to making films for our clients, getting to the heart of what makes them tick plays a central role within the narrative, helping us communicate the essence of what they do.

Fronted by the Public Health Informatics Institute‘s Executive Director, Vivian Singletary, this film delves deep into the company’s purpose whilst explaining their role in providing access to health informatics (the study of methods that help process & distribute patient data) so that public health professionals can improve lives.

One in seven of the world’s population suffer from a neglected tropical disease. That’s more than the population of Europe. And yet, through large-scale mass drug distribution programmes in some of the poorest regions on the planet, nearly one billion people are now safer from these diseases than they were half a decade ago.

This film celebrates the 5th anniversary of a groundbreaking international coalition: Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases.

Its aim is hugely ambitious yet highly focused: to control, eradicate or eliminate ten debilitating and potentially fatal tropical diseases by 2020. Here, we document some of the incredible progress so far.

This six-minute introductory film was shown to over 800 senior government officials and world health delegates at the World Health Organisation in Geneva in April 2017. With a revised version created for distribution on social media after the event, this brings the number of films we delivered to 15 – all of which help to share the positive impacts of this life-changing programme to a wider audience.

Sightsavers had originally wanted to invite three community medicine distributors form around Africa to speak at the launch of the Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases Declaration, at the Natural History Museum in London, with the WHO and Gates Foundation amongst the delegates they wanted to communicate the success stories on the ground. However getting visas in such a short space of time ruled this out.

Wrangling with customs officers, visas and hugely long car journeys we filmed in Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia over 10 days, where we travelled to the remotest regions to hear these people’s stories.

Hosted by Sightsavers and attended by over 200 people from across the pharma, donor and NGO sectors including the Gates Foundation and World Health Organisation, the film was used to launch a discussion on the importance of attaining the WHO 2020 goals for Neglected Tropical Diseases.