ABOUT

Mumtaz Yildirimlar (aka Taz) Producer, Creative Director, Editor & Composer:

Mumtaz Yildirimlar founded MY Production in 2000. From a very young age he has had a passion for music, films and film making. Mumtaz is very much into the suspense, horror and thriller genres of film. Recently Mumtaz has written, produced, directed, composed music and edited two self funded feature films 'Black Ink' and 'Quanna. He has over 8 years experience in production and post production and therefore has a very good understanding of both sides to the business. Mumtaz graduated from Northbrook College, West Sussex where he studied 'Music Composition for Film & Television'. He is a professional composer and can play a vast array of instruments (in particular the Violin, Viola, Cello & Keyboard/Piano). He is also the resident editor for MY Services and film productions.

Shen Cunningham, Creative Director / Photographer / Assistant Videographer:

Shen oversees every aspect of MY Production. She is actively involved in the MY Services part of the business. Shen takes care of the design and photographic elements of each project whilst also ensuring all the logistical elements for our shoots are planned carefully. Shen Graduated with a BA Honours degree in Human Geography from the University of London, but also has an Art & Design background. She is particularly interested in portrait (the body) and city scene (people in space) painting and also enjoys abstract art. She has over 15 years experience working with the public and large professional organisations, she is an excellent communicator with great customer service skills, who will go out of her way to ensure that our clients are looked after.

Tarkan Paphiti - Director of Photography / Graphic Designer / Web Designer:

Tarkan Paphiti is a resident Director of photography and camera operator. He has worked on a large number of projects within MY Production and externally. He has additional skills in media production. He is also the MY Production resident lighting technician and has experience in many post production services.

Ben Matthews - Camera Operator / Photographer:

Ben Matthews is a resident camera operator and stills photographer for our film productions. He has worked on many varied projects within MY Production.

Lyndsay Holmes - Events Coordinator:

Lyndsay Holmes manages the MY Production screenings and assists with admin and PR. She is highly efficient, committed and organised.

Emma Thomas - Hair and Makeup Stylist:

Emma Thomas has worked on all of MY Production's films. Emma is an experienced special effects makeup artist and is highly skilled in production design, set dressing and costume design. She is a very committed and highly skilled member of our team.

Emel Michael - Production Assistant:

Emel Michael is a very driven and talented individual bringing her visual and creative nature to all of MY Production's projects. She works closely with us during pre-production and production.

David Johnson-Lang - Special Effects / Props / Production Assistant:

David Johnson-Lang is our resident researcher for props, special effects on set and post production. Since 2000, David has been one of the original members of the MY Production team and has always have an envolvement with Mumtaz's films.