James Dyer

1st Assistant Director (DGA) at Red Management

London, England, United Kingdom

About

James Dyer is a London-based DGA First Assistant Director With over 16 years’ experience, James supports productions of all sizes—from intimate shoots to complex multi-unit global campaigns. Known for his calm, collaborative approach and positive energy, he creates environments where directors, crews, and talent can focus on creativity and delivering their best work. He began in the music industry, working on videos for artists like Rihanna, Elton John, Ed Sheeran, Britney Spears, and Ariana Grande, These early, ambitious projects gave him the opportunity to collaborate with visionary directors and build a broad foundation in all aspects of filmmaking. James has since worked on diverse commercial projects, including shoots with children and puppeteers, underwater sequences, complex VFX with motion control, high-end beauty campaigns, heli-to-heli shoots with action & Tracking vehicles, and wire and stunt work. His clients include major global brands across various industries. A frequent collaborator in fashion photography, James coordinates multi-unit shoots involving film crews, photographers, and social teams capturing content with VIP talent in a single day. Recent projects include campaigns for, Prada, Rimmel, MAC, Adidas, Pepsi, Sky, Netflix, Apple TV, and Disney+. As well as extensive work across the UK, James has international experience spanning America (East & West Coast), Austria, Bulgaria, the Canary Islands, China, the Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Spain & the Balearic Islands, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Arab Emirates. He prides himself on working closely with local productions to deliver the best results for his directors. RED Management T: +44 208 960 7005 E: [email protected] W: redmanagement.tv Some examples of my work below.

Experience

  • 1st Assistant Director (DGA) at Red Management
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    Bookings RED Management T: +44 208 960 7005 E: [email protected] W: redmanagement.tv

  • 1st Assistant Director at 121 Diary
    Apr 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    121 Diary Bespoke Film Crew Diary Service Call 01932 501 121 [email protected] 121 Diary is a new bespoke service dedicated to understanding the specific needs and requirements of its crew. With 30 years’ experience in office management and organisation it believes in providing a professional, punctual, and rewarding environment. We support you in your day to day diary management, providing you with prompt updates and taking away the stress and time taken in communicating with production through the booking process.

  • The Mill (Self-employed · 3 yrs 7 mos)
    • 1st assistant director
      Jun 2022 - Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Commercial: Maserati X DBV ftr David Beckham Production Company: The Mill Director : Dan Henshaw Producer: Tim Tyrell 1st AD: James Dyer

    • 1st assistant director
      Apr 2022 - Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Online Film: VOLVO “EX30 Unboxing” Production Company: The Mill Director : Joshua Stocker Producer: Tim Tyrrell 1st AD: James Dyer

    • 1st Assistant director
      Apr 2022 - Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      Commercial: VOLVO EX30 Production Company: The Mill Director : Joshua Stocker Producer: Tim Tyrrell 1st AD: James Dyer

  • 1st assistant director at Collective Studios Co
    May 2022 - Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 6 mos

    Commercial: Mulberry “Softie” Production Company: Collective Studios Director : Joshua Stocker Producer: Elliott Tagg 1st AD: James Dyer

  • 1st Assistant Director at Irresistible Studios
    Mar 2022 - Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    Film For: RANGE ROVER SV Bespoke Production Company: Irresistible Studios Director : Joshua Stocker Producer: Laura Duffy