Christian (CJ) JAMES
CJ is a director known for his vibrant and quirky style, always looking to bring a sense of fun to every production via his ‘infectious energy’ (clients’ words, not his). Speaking of which, recent agencies and brands CJ has directed for include Saatchi’s, VCCP, AMV,
Octagon, Oath, Kia, Liverpool FC, Ryobi, HP, B&Q, Tesco & Mastercard.
Fluid movement and momentum are key to the films he creates - ideally, everything is brimming with an effervescent energy and optimism. CJ is a self confessed ‘annoyingly glass is half full person’ and this finds its way into the projects and the people with whom he collaborates…
CJ has directed 3 comedy feature films, all released Worldwide, through them he’s won a Melies D’Or and was nominated for the coveted Melies D’Argent at Sitges Int’ Film festival.
In 2016 he was handpicked by FILM4 to direct an episode of a flagship suspense suspense series for All4. He’s also directed broadcast TV for Channel 4, BT Sport & Insight TV.
Directing lifestyle and sports commercials for the past 12 years - always comfortable flying by the seat of his pants, improvising where required and happy to embrace the unpredictable nature of Sports stars schedules, crafting performances with Bafta / Oscar winning actors and encouraging child actors taking their first steps in front of camera…
When not doing all the above, you’ll find CJ surfing the south coast of England with his family.