Chris Spearman
Chris is a seasoned Technical Operations Manager with a specialized focus on workflow, process, and delivery for non-scripted broadcast television. Over his 15+ years in the industry, he has amassed substantial experience managing projects with diverse specifications, deadlines, budgets, and resources.
Chris began his career in various operational roles at ITV and TLS Post Production, where he developed a deep understanding of the technical and logistical aspects of television production.
In 2016, Chris joined The Farm as a Workflow Manager. During his tenure, he not only supported the Operations team in delivering content to UK and US terrestrial broadcasters and streamers. He played a pivotal role in developing workflows to elevate unscripted content into UHD & HDR pipelines, a groundbreaking achievement in the UK market at the time.
Currently, Chris heads the London Unscripted Operations department at Picture Shop. His responsibilities encompass a range of sub-departments supporting Offline through to high-end Finishing Post & delivery. Under his leadership, these teams have supported upwards of 100 combined Offline, Finishing, and Colour suites, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality output.
Chris brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and innovation to the award panel, making him a valuable asset in evaluating and recognizing excellence in the industry.