PETER LEVERICK

Peter joined the BBC in 1963 as a studio Cameraman at Television Centre, London.

He worked on many prestigious productions on multi-camera drama, light entertainment and children’s programming until 1980. He then moved to the Topical Production Centre where he became a Lighting Cameraman working on single camera documentaries and features such as The Money Programme, Panorama, Top Gear and The Clothes Show. He also qualified as a Studio and Location Lighting Director and a Media Trainer. In 1992 Peter went freelance and set up an Outside Broadcast company. They film concerts, sporting events and conferences. Peter is Chairman of Sutton Film Makers which he set up in 2002.

SEAN PHELAN

Sean has been an enthusiastic and driving force within the Sutton Film Club since 2005. He first started dabbling with movies using Super 8 decades ago with stop frame animation. Since then he has gone digital and continues to extend his vast knowledge of every aspect of the filming industry. He regularly lectures at the club from topics as diverse as copyright law to 3D animation. He has won awards in animation and documentary categories at both County and National levels. His preferred role is in editing and special effects. He continues to film on behalf of charitable causes and has even been lucky enough to see his efforts premiered on the big screen.

AIDAN RICH

Aidan started filming with a video recorder from hire shops when his daughter was born. Since then, he progressed to editing once computers became fast enough. Aidan was then looking for more involvement with film making so sought out his local film club. He joined Sutton Film Makers in March 2005 and has helped in the making of many films. In January 2008, with a membership of approx 15, he was voted in as Secretary as he wanted to be more involved with the direction the club was taking. Sutton Film Makers now have a growing membership of 46 club members. Aidan regularly presents classes on editing, green screen and special effects.