About Me
Series Director. Director of Photography. Cinematographer.
David Symmons is a highly experienced Series Director and DOP with over two decades of dedication to the art of visual storytelling. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and a passion for delivering compelling, high-quality content, David has become a trusted name in the industry.
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Starting his career as a DOP and Camera Supervisor, David honed his technical and creative skills for 18 years before transitioning to directing in 2010. Since then, he has been at the forefront of some of the UK's most acclaimed fixed-rig productions, bringing authenticity and innovation to groundbreaking series such as First Dates, First Dates Hotel, 24 Hours in Police Custody, and 24 Hours in A&E.
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David's expertise extends to designing and setting up state-of-the-art fixed rig systems, ensuring seamless production workflows and unmatched visual results. His dedication to pushing creative boundaries while fostering collaboration has made him a sought-after leader in the field.
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Awards
BEST
Photography
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New York International Film Awards 2023
Grand Jury Award - Vote True Director David Symmons
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Royal Television Society North 2019
Nominated: Sex on the Coach (2019) - BBC Studios/BBC Three
Series directed by David Symmons
Grierson British Documentary Awards 2019
Best Constructed Documentary Series - First Dates Hotel: Series 2 (2018)
David Symmons - Series Director
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Grierson British Documentary Awards 2017
Best Constructed Documentary Series - First Dates Hotel: Series 1 (2017) Shortlisted: David Symmons
British Academy of Film and Television Arts 2016
Winner: First Dates (2016) - Gallery Director
Nominated: 24hrs in Police Custody - Series Gallery Director