7video: Behind the Scenes

7video

Join us behind the scenes at 7video, a Shrewsbury-based video production company, and meet the people creating video, animation, drones, podcasts and more. In season one Freya, the newest member of the team, sits down with colleagues to hear their stories, discover what drives them, and reveal the processes behind the projects. New episodes every other Thursday - join us, get involved, and meet the storytellers behind the content.

Episodes

  1. 19 MAR

    Meet Isaac Watkins - 3D Animator, FPV Drone Pilot and Producer

    Season 1, episode 2: Meet Isaac Watkins In this episode of 7video: Behind the Scenes, Freya sits down with Isaac Watkins, a producer specialising in 3D animation and a certified drone pilot. Isaac shares what it’s like working across projects and some of his favourite shoots with the team - from technical challenges to escaping wildlife with a first-person view from the sky! The conversation also goes into life outside of work, from time in the gym to working on his car and a few of the hobbies that keep him busy.

    13 min

  2. 19 MAR

    Pete Sims’ Story - From Solo Filmmaker to Building a Production Company

    Season 1, episode 1: Meet Pete Sims - Founder of 7video In our first episode of 7video: Behind the Scenes, Freya sits down with founder and director Pete Sims to talk about his journey building 7video since it all started nearly 20 years ago. Pete shares stories from standout projects, including filming with a DeLorean, while reflecting on how the industry and his work have evolved over time. This episode goes beyond the business, focusing on Pete’s personal journey - what he enjoys, what motivates him, and the values that have shaped both his career and 7video as a whole.

    18 min

  3. SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    Meet the Team and the Projects They’re Proud Of - Podcast Trailer

    7video: Behind the scenes - season 1, episode 0. Welcome to the trailer for 7video: Behind the Scenes! In this intro episode, meet your host, Freya Rickman, the newest member of the 7video team, and get a first look at the people, projects, and processes that make our work possible. Our director, Pete Sims, introduces 7video and shares his thoughts and plans for the podcast. In season one, we’ll sit down with the team to find out who they are, how they got here, and what actually goes into the work we create, including behind-the-scenes stories, the creative process, and a peek at some of our favourite projects. Whether you’re curious about what goes on in a video production company, interested in the creative process, or just love hearing stories from people passionate about what they do, this show is for you. Tune in to discover how we experiment, create, and bring stories to life behind the camera - and join us for a fun, informal look at the team that makes it all happen. New episodes will be released every other Thursday. We’d love to hear your feedback, what you want to see more of, and any questions you have along the way - drop an email to freya@7video.co.uk or leave a comment wherever you’re listening.

    2 min

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Join us behind the scenes at 7video, a Shrewsbury-based video production company, and meet the people creating video, animation, drones, podcasts and more. In season one Freya, the newest member of the team, sits down with colleagues to hear their stories, discover what drives them, and reveal the processes behind the projects. New episodes every other Thursday - join us, get involved, and meet the storytellers behind the content.

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