Loop Talent Agents Lucy O’Meara and Nikki Molloy attended the 2026 Production Guild UK Awards in London. ‘I Swear’ Line Produced by Graeme Mackenzie was nominated for Film Production Team of the Year.

‘I Swear’ received 5 BAFTA Nominations earlier this year, winning two.

Congratulations to everyone involved in ‘I Swear’ and to all this year’s nominees and winners.

Richard ‘Stoddy’ Stoddard: Wales-Based Cinematographer and Director of Photography

Richard ‘Stoddy’ Stoddard is an award-winning cinematographer based in Wales, represented by Loop Talent. An established Director of Photography (DOP) working across high-end television and feature films, his credits span acclaimed British drama and productions for Netflix, Amazon and the BBC.

His television work includes Run Away for Netflix, Lazarus for Amazon and the BBC’s The Guest, for which he received a BAFTA Cymru nomination in 2026. His credits also include Being Human and Hinterland, with the latter earning him a BAFTA Cymru Award and the Guild of British Camera Professionals Award for Excellence.

Stoddy’s feature film cinematography includes Gareth Bryn’s The Passing, which earned him a BAFTA Cymru Award for Photography and Lighting; Sometimes Always Never, starring Bill Nighy; and That Good Night, starring Sir John Hurt. His work on Shepherd received the Best Cinematography Award at the Porto International Film Festival in Portugal.

Most recently, Stoddy has been shooting additional photography on The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Race for Plan B and Amazon.

For producers and directors looking for a Wales-based DOP for television drama or feature films, Stoddy brings an extensive body of award-winning work and experience on productions across the UK.

View Richard Stoddard’s cinematography portfolio, showreel and CV, or contact Loop Talent to discuss your project and his availability.

DOP Martyna Knitter has been nominated for Best Cinematography at the BAFTA and BIFA qualifying Women X Film Festival, for her work on Catherine Joy White’s film ‘Swim Sistas’ for Candid Broads.

Martyna was also mentioned in a review by Filmtomy highlighting her cinematography:

From the opening scene, the tone is set straight away and you know to expect a calming, rejoiced, and sentimental journey. Together White and director of photography, Martyna Knitter wonderfully capture the beauty of nature. From establishing shots of the lake to close-up shots of the ferns swaying in the wind as the camera leads us onto the main subjects.

We’re delighted to welcome Conor Chalk to the Loop Talent roster.

Conor is an established and popular Director of Photography working across commercials, music videos and branded content. His portfolio includes campaigns for brands such as Sweaty Betty, Chivas Regal, Huel and Marriott Bonvoy, taking him across the UK and internationally.

Originally from the Midlands and now based in London, Conor has built a reputation not only for his technical expertise, but also for his collaborative approach and personable nature on set.

Alongside his commercial work, Conor also directs. His film for Royal Enfield is a strong example of his ability to combine creative vision with precise technical execution.

In music, Conor’s credits include Jianbo: None of Us, directed by Charles Copsey for Teepee Films, as well as Enter Shikari, directed by Elliot Gonzo.

Conor’s cinematography is further informed by his expertise with the Ronin 4D. He is one of the most sought after operators working with the system, and he combines technical precision with a highly intuitive shooting style, supported by his own comprehensive kit package.

For bookings, contact Daisy.

We are thrilled to announce that our clients have been nominated at the 2026 Ember Awards.

Hair and Make Up Designer James Spinks has been nominated in the Contemporary Hair and Make Up Design for his work on ‘The Guest’.

Costume Designer Zoe Howerska has been nominated for Contemporary Costume Design for her work on ‘Brides’ and Short Form Costume Design for ‘Rocket Fuel’.

Congratulations James and Zoe!

The BFI London Film Festival line-up has been announced, featuring the craft of our brilliant clients.

‘Tender Loving Care’ directed by Mike Leigh, 1st AD Malinda Kaur

‘A Kind Of Purity’ directed by Theo Shivdasani, 1st AD Charlie Elliot

‘The Trip to The Northern Lights’ directed by Michael Winterbottom, Line Producer Alexandra Breede

‘It Gets Worse’ directed by Mounia Akl, Hair and Make Up Designer Siobhan Harper Ryan, Sound Mixer Calum Sample, Post Production Supervisor Monica Rubio

‘Florid’ directed by Billy Lumby, Hair and Make Up Designer Regina Meessen

‘Animol’ directed by Ashley Walters, 1st AD Steven Olugbenga Eniraiyetan

‘Masc’ directed by Bertil Nilsson, Editor Anna Meller

‘Our Share of Sand’ directed by Shalini Adnani, Editor Anna Meller

‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning’ directed by Clio Barnard, Intimacy Coordinator Haley Muraleedharan

‘Ink’ directed by Danny Boyle, 2nd Unit Sound Mixer Taz Fairbanks

We are delighted to welcome Hair and Makeup Designers Jessie Deol @jessie_hmua and Farida Ghwedar @faridaghwedar to the Loop Talent Roster.

Farida and Jessie are an award-winning Hair and Makeup Team with extensive experience across high-end television, film, commercials, theatre and live events. Working together they bring exceptional expertise in character design, period hairstyling, wigs and contemporary beauty. Both were part of the Emmy-winning Bridgerton Hair and Make Up team, and worked closely with lead cast members Simone Ashley, Nicola Coughlan and Charithra Chandran. For Bridgerton, Farida and Jessie were both nominated for BAFTA Awards with their respective Hair and Make Up departments, and Farida won an Emmy and MUAHS Guild Award for Outstanding Period Hairstyling.

Jessie recently designed Big Mood S2’ and was also selected as one of this year’s inaugural Elle Vanguard: Women in Film and Television cohort.

Jessie and Farida were part of the teams behind leading films ‘Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie’, ‘Legend’, ‘Trance’, ‘Gambit’, ‘Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows’, ‘Picture This’ and ‘London Boulevard’ as well as television credits that include ‘Wild Cherry’, ‘Martin’s Close’, ‘Cursed’ ‘Cheaters’ and ‘MotherFatherSon’.

Contact Lucy.O for bookings.

Richard Stoddard Receives BAFTA Cymru Nomination for The Guest

We are delighted to congratulate cinematographer Richard “Stoddy” Stoddard on his BAFTA Cymru Award nomination in the Photography & Lighting: Fiction category for his work on the BBC drama The Guest.

A highly respected Director of Photography working across high-end television and film, Richard has built an outstanding reputation for creating visually striking and emotionally engaging drama. His nomination for The Guest further recognises the quality and consistency of his work behind the camera.

Richard’s extensive credits include major productions for Netflix, Amazon and the BBC, as well as award-winning projects such as Hinterland, which earned him both a BAFTA Cymru Award and a Guild of British Camera Professionals Award for Excellence. His feature film work includes The Passing, which won him a BAFTA Cymru Award for Photography and Lighting, alongside acclaimed films including Sometimes Always Never, That Good Night, and Shepherd.

The Guest has also received multiple nominations at this year’s BAFTA Cymru Awards, congratulations to all of the team behind it including Loop clients Hair and Make Up Designer James Spinks, Script Supervisor Lowri Rees-Owen Intimacy Coordinator Sita Thomas.

Everyone at Loop Talent is thrilled to see Richard’s work recognised by BAFTA Cymru once again. We wish him the very best of luck at the awards ceremony in October.

Richard Stoddard is an award-winning British Director of Photography working across film and high-end television. Known for his cinematic storytelling and expertise in drama production, he has collaborated with leading broadcasters, studios and filmmakers throughout the UK and internationally.

Looking for an experienced DOP for your next production? Contact Loop Talent to discuss Richard Stoddard’s availability for film, and HETV projects.

We are delighted to welcome Production Designer Mitch Silcock to the Talent roster.

Mitch is an established Production Designer working all over the UK, with regional bases including in Bristol and the Northwest.

Mitch is currently designing the upcoming BBC/VAL series ‘Push’ created by Jessica Knappett.

Previous to this, Mitch designed BBC series ‘Henpocalypse’ and series 2 of ‘Such Brave Girls’ both shot in the North West.

Mitch‘s other credits include Joseph Bullman’s ‘The Left Behind’ which won a BAFTA TV Award for Single Drama, and various BAFTA Cymru nominations.

Other credits include established dramas such as ‘Casualty’, ‘The family Pile’, ‘Still So Awkward’ and Art Director credits including ‘Jolt’ starring Kate Beckinsale.

Contact James for bookings.