Jim Weedon

Jim is known for his attention to detail, distinctive visual style and the importance of sound within his work.

He began his career as an editor, first in music videos then features and has a long list of credits, including the Elysian Fields sequences in Gladiator and the title sequence for Hannibal. He broke into commercials soon after and in 2001 was awarded a D&AD Pencil for Outstanding Editing on the Adidas campaign.



On Sir Ridley Scott’s suggestion, Jim started directing and soon won the BBC New Directors Award. 


Jim’s hard hitting spot for Motor Neurone Disease Association best showcases his position as a visual effects director with strong performance and great visual style. It won a Yellow Pencil at the D&AD awards, Best Crafted Commercial of 2009 and Best Sound Direction at the British Television Advertising Craft Awards. It also secured various nominations for Best Visual Effects, Best Editing, Best Direction at the BTA Craft, Clios, and Shark Awards. It combines intimate performance with powerful visuals, seamless effects and flawless editing.