SPECIAL EFFECTS
DESIGN & CONSULTANCY
FOR FILM & TELEVISION
Precision, Safety, Creativity – Engineered to Perform
As a Chartered Engineer with over 25 years of experience I design and deliver mechanical special effects (SFX) systems for film and television that combine creativity with robust engineering principles. My goal is to help productions achieve safe, practical, and innovative effects — from concept to on-set execution.
Mechanical & Structural SFX Engineering
I provide engineering design and consultancy for special effects rigs, structures, and mechanical systems used in film and TV.
Projects include:
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Hydraulic and pneumatic rigs
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Mechanical and structural assemblies
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Precision motion systems
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Lifting and mechanical effects
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Custom SFX mechanisms and set integrations
- Custom rig telemetry systems
Every project is supported by professional engineering analysis, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with UK and European standards.
SFX Rig Design, Safety & Compliance
Producers and SFX supervisors rely on me to design, review, and asses rigs for practical effects and on-set applications.
I carry out:
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Rig assessments and certification
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Engineering analysis and technical reporting
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Machinery safety compliance (UK & EU)
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Risk and integrity reviews for special effects systems
My work ensures every SFX rig meets structural, mechanical, and operational safety standards — supporting both creative vision and production safety.
Project Management & Technical Consultancy
In addition to design, I offer project management, technical supervision, and engineering consultancy for film productions in the UK and internationally.
Services include:
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End-to-end SFX project delivery
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Engineering documentation and compliance reports
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Coordination with production, safety, and SFX departments
Whether you need an engineer to design a rig, manage a complex SFX build, or advise on machinery safety compliance, I provide expert, dependable support.
Professional Affiliations
- Chartered Engineer, registered with the Engineering Council
- Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
- Fellow of the Institution of Engineering Designers
- Member of the Institute of Explosives Engineers
- TÜV Süd Diploma in European Machinery Safety
