Business Details
Expert Video Production & Creative Content in Birmingham
Tinker Taylor is a Midlands-based premium video production agency founded by award-winning Creative Director Sam Taylor, bringing over 30 years of experience in storytelling that inspires, educates, and motivates audiences. As a female-led team of directors, producers, editors, and cinematographers, we specialise in high-quality, purpose-driven content including video, animation, design, and photography. Our collaborative approach ensures every project reflects our clients' values while delivering measurable impact.With a global network of creative professionals, we've partnered with prestigious clients such as NHS England, Lloyds Bank, and BAFTA-winning teams. Our commitment extends beyond commercial successwe prioritise social value through initiatives like free film workshops, internships, and Albert-trained sustainable production practices.
Services
Video Production
Animation
Design
Photography
Social Media Campaigns
Brand Films
Educational Content
Event Coverage
Recruitment Films
Awareness Campaigns
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of combined experience from award-winning BBC-trained professionals
- Global network of creative experts complementing our in-house team
- Innovative solutions for complex storytelling challenges across diverse sectors
- Albert-trained sustainable production practices with carbon offsetting
- Proven track record with prestigious clients including NHS England and Lloyds Bank
Associations and certifications
- Royal Television Society
- Fresh Awards
- The Drum Cream Awards
What people say
Award-winning content
Professional execution
Impactful campaigns
Creative solutions
Social responsibility
Services
Video Production
We produce high-impact promotional, educational, and awareness videos tailored to client objectives. Our team crafts scripted narratives, actor-led performances, and documentary-style content that engages audiences across sectors. With expertise in live events, product showcases, and training materials, we deliver cinematic quality content that drives measurable results through strategic distribution.
Animation
Our award-winning animators transform complex concepts into compelling visual stories. Specialising in 2D and 3D animations for tech demonstrations, explainer videos, and brand campaigns, we combine technical precision with creative storytelling. Clients like Arm and NHSBT benefit from our ability to simplify technical information while maintaining visual impact across digital platforms.
Design
We create cohesive visual identities and marketing materials that reinforce brand messaging. Our design services span brochures, billboards, exhibition artwork, and digital assets. By aligning visual elements with strategic objectives, we ensure consistent brand representation across all touchpoints, enhancing recognition and engagement for clients in healthcare, education, and corporate sectors.
Photography
Our photography captures authentic moments that resonate with target audiences. From corporate headshots to event coverage and product photography, we use composition and lighting to tell compelling stories. The service supports marketing campaigns, editorial content, and brand documentation with high-quality imagery that complements our video and design offerings.
Social Media Campaigns
We develop strategic social media campaigns combining video, animation, and design elements. Our data-driven approach optimises content for engagement across platforms, with measurable outcomes demonstrated through client successes like BES's 46% revenue increase. Services include content creation, distribution strategy, and performance analysis to maximise digital impact.
People
Sam Taylor
Creative Director
Award-winning former BBC producer with 30+ years' experience, Royal Television Society winner, and founder of Tinker Taylor. Specialises in high-impact content creation and strategic storytelling for purpose-driven organisations.
Sam Slingsby
Director of Production
10-year agency veteran managing production workflows, client relationships, and project delivery. Ensures seamless execution from brief to final delivery while maintaining budget and timeline discipline.
Rob Rushton-Taylor
Editor-in-Chief
RTS-nominated editor with expertise in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Adobe Audition. Leads post-production for high-profile projects, bringing industry experience from ITV and Sky to our editing suite.
Jack Hughes
Director
Award-winning director with international experience filming across 25 countries. Specialises in delivering cutting-edge content for global brands like PRADA and BBC, combining creative vision with technical precision.
Justin Carrington
Head of Motion Graphics
Degree-educated graphic designer specialising in Adobe Creative Suite and Cinema 4D. Creates impactful animations for NHS England, Save The Children, and commercial clients, blending technical skill with creative storytelling.
Questions
What types of video content do you produce?
We create promotional films, brand documentaries, recruitment videos, educational content, social media campaigns, and awareness initiatives across healthcare, corporate, and public sectors.
How do you ensure content aligns with our brand?
We begin by understanding your values through narrative workshops, then develop visual identities and tone-of-voice guidelines to ensure consistent brand representation across all content.
Can you handle international projects?
Yes, our global network of creatives and experience working across 25 countries enables us to deliver international campaigns while maintaining local cultural relevance.
What sustainability practices do you follow?
Our crew are Albert-trained for sustainable production, and we partner with Ecologi to offset carbon emissions through tree planting initiatives for every project.
How do you measure campaign success?
We use analytics tools to track engagement metrics, conversion rates, and ROI, demonstrated through client case studies showing measurable outcomes like 46% revenue increases.
How can we start a project?
Contact us via phone or email for a free consultation. We'll discuss your objectives and create a tailored proposal outlining creative approach and production timelines.
Reviews (7)
Dale Gardiner
Jan 22, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Just want to thank Tinker Taylor for their professional and dedicated effort in creating a 'corporate' video for us. They managed to turn our disparate video footage we had into a coherent and enjoyable montage we can be proud to share. Thank you!
Just want to thank Tinker Taylor for their professional and dedicated effort in creating a 'corporate' video for us. They managed to turn our disparate video footage we had into a coherent and enjoyable montage we can be proud to share. Thank you!
Louise Langley
Sep 02, 2018
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It been wonderful working with Tinker Taylor TV Sam and the team were amazing. They just got our brand from the off set and produced a video book for us that we love. Thanks guys can't wait to tell you how it goes for us!
Lizzie Smith
Jan 29, 2018
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Sam and the team are fantastic at Tinker Taylor. Having yourself filmed is quite scary and uncomfortable but the team helped with lots of guidance, encouragement and professionalism. It ended up being an enjoyable experience! The quality of their service and product is 5 stars. I've recommended them on numerous occasions.
Jessica Davanzo
Jun 01, 2017
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Incredible film. Sam and her team deliver an outstanding service; creating highly professional, impactful films that deliver every time. Tinker Taylor are able to transform your message into an effective film and on top of that the entire team are fantastic to work with! Very impressed.
Westfourstreet Design
Oct 18, 2016
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Tinker Taylor have been providing us quality and professional corporate video production to our business for over two years. They're ability to understand a brief and formulate ideas is truly outstanding. They're friendly, responsive and deliver a ROI with each and every project.
Carl Adams
Sep 07, 2016
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Tinker Taylor is the best film creative agency I have worked with. They kindly filmed our annual customer conference and I must say, the output quality is excellent. The film crew on the day were of the highest calibre, our project co-ordinator has been amazing, and the final edited films are excellent. They are highly talented, responsive and great to deal with. I would certainly recommend Tinker Taylor.
Fran Tansley
Aug 24, 2016
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Sam and her team at Tinker Taylor are consummate professionals who are highly creative and produce superb quality films. I have worked with them for a number of years at different companies and have never been disappointed. I would recommend them to others with the utmost confidence (and have done so in the past).
Fran Tansley - Head of Brand, Biffa
Fran Tansley - Head of Brand, Biffa
