Jamie Batten
agent: Camilla Chiverton - camilla@sternwild.com
Jamie is an Emmy-nominated and RTS award-winning documentary producer and director with a wealth of experience across a wide range of factual programmes for both the UK and International markets.
Specialising in access documentaries, retrospective docs, and talent-led series, Jamie is a sophisticated storyteller adept at authentically bringing out character and emotion. Over the last two years, he has directed all three seasons of 'Tour de France Unchained' for Netflix, which was watched by millions in the UK and around the globe. The Netflix original series was nominated, in the best sports documentary category, for the 2024 International Emmy Awards.
Jamie is passionate about creating visually dynamic films, including the remarkable, critically acclaimed, award-winning films; 'Murder of Sadie Hartley', 'Gordon Ramsay on Cocaine' and Tyson Fury: The Gypsy King. He can adeptly weave a multi-layered retrospective narrative, craft character-driven unfolding narratives, or drive a talent-led series.
Jamie is comfortable directing a crew or self-shooting, having combined the roles of SP and self-shooter on more than one occasion. He is extremely strong editorially and able to manage teams, content, and multiple stakeholders from pre-shoot through post-production.