Business Details
22 Years
experience
Award-Winning Video Production Services in Essex
Established in 2004, Take 1 Productions has built a reputation as a creative force in visual storytelling. Our team combines decades of filmmaking expertise with strategic brand consultancy to deliver impactful corporate films, documentaries, and animations. With a portfolio spanning household brands, public sector organisations, and innovative startups, we specialise in transforming complex messages into compelling visual narratives. Our end-to-end approach ensures every project aligns with brand guidelines while maintaining cinematic quality. The company's founders - Simon Frith, Jim Cogan, and Peter Curtis - bring over 75 combined years of industry experience, having worked with clients including Barclays, NHS, and Visa.Our technical excellence is demonstrated through awards and international recognition, with projects showcased across Europe and the USA. We maintain three UK office locations while serving clients globally through remote collaboration. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our diverse filmography featuring training materials, promotional content, and documentary-style productions. As a registered UK company since 2004, we combine creative passion with business acumen to deliver communication solutions that resonate with target audiences.
Services
Corporate Films
Documentaries
Animations
Training Videos
Brand Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in film production and brand strategy
- Multi-award-winning filmmakers with international recognition
- End-to-end campaign planning with film as integrated component
- Proven track record with major brands and public sector clients
- Consistent delivery of brand-aligned visual communication solutions
Services
Corporate Films
We create professional corporate films that align with brand identity while delivering key messages effectively. Our productions range from training materials to promotional content, tailored to specific business objectives. Clients benefit from our strategic approach that combines creative storytelling with commercial understanding.
Documentaries
Our documentary productions combine journalistic integrity with cinematic quality, covering diverse subjects from social issues to organisational histories. With award-winning directors and 25+ years' experience, we deliver compelling narratives that engage audiences while maintaining factual accuracy and professional standards.
Animations
We produce engaging animated content for educational and promotional purposes, transforming complex concepts into visually appealing sequences. Our animation services include 2D/3D graphics, explainer videos, and interactive content, all created using industry-leading software and creative techniques.
Brand Consultancy
Our strategic consultancy helps businesses develop cohesive communication strategies where film becomes integral to brand messaging. We offer expert guidance on visual identity, content planning, and campaign integration, ensuring consistent delivery across all media platforms.
Training Videos
We develop custom training materials that enhance knowledge retention through visual learning. Our productions cover technical procedures, compliance training, and soft skills development, delivered through engaging formats that combine practical demonstrations with professional narration.
People
Simon J Frith
Producer/Director
Multi-award-winning filmmaker with 25+ years' experience creating dramas, documentaries, and corporate films for clients including Barclays and NHS. Specialises in visual storytelling and client-focused production.
Jim Cogan
Screenwriter/Director
Award-winning scriptwriter and creative writing graduate from Oxford University. Develops compelling narratives across multiple formats while maintaining brand consistency for international clients like Visa and Citibank.
Peter Curtis
Post-Production/Animation
Experienced editor and animator with 25+ years in corporate video production. Guild of Television Cameramen member known for technical excellence in post-production across diverse industry sectors.
Questions
What types of films do you produce?
We create corporate films, documentaries, animations, training videos, and promotional content for businesses and public sector organisations.
How long have you been in business?
Deadline Communications has operated since 2004, with our founding team collectively having over 75 years' industry experience.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we've worked with global organisations and produced content across Europe and the USA while maintaining our UK base.
Can you handle complete campaign production?
Our brand consultancy services enable us to manage end-to-end campaigns where film becomes one integrated component of your communication strategy.
How do you ensure brand consistency?
Our team works closely with clients to understand brand guidelines, ensuring all visual content aligns with existing brand identity and messaging.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across diverse sectors including finance, healthcare, education, technology, and public services, adapting our approach to each industry's requirements.
