DreamingFish is an award winning creative agency, specialising in video and animation
Since its founding in 2014, DreamingFish has had one overriding focus – to put our clients at the heart of everything we do.
From story to screen, we collaborate every step of the way, creating engaging, innovative and effective content.
A brief history of DreamingFish
DreamingFish began life back in 2001 when Phil Miller and Sam Dowswell teamed up to make the ultimate British surf movie, Made in Britain. The pair travelled around the country in a beaten-up Ford Escort, literally from Lands Ends to John o’Groats, filming, interviewing and camping. They mixed with the locals and got the low down on the country’s surf scene as well as tracking down local bands to provide music for the soundtrack. After its release in September 2001, the film went on to sell 3,000 copies. The pair knew that they needed to find another means to support themselves, so DreamingFish ran as a sideline until 2011 when, following the financial crisis, Phil and Sam decided to take it more seriously.
In 2014 DreamingFish became a limited company, we found our office and employed our first members of staff, and the rest is history. Phil and Sam remain active members of the team, and DreamingFish now boasts clients from across the globe.
“We never forget where we came from, and we are eternally grateful to everyone who has supported us on our journey.” Phil and Sam x
Our Values
We are honest
We are honest about everything we do, whether it’s our pricing or our project updates. We’ll make sure we keep you in the loop every step of the way.
We care
We care about each other, our clients, our community and our planet, and we don’t just pay lip service to it…we actually spend our time and money on projects that matter to us.
We inspire
Our work has to be inspirational, not only creatively but it also has to inspire people to actually do something.
We work hard
We work hard to meet deadlines and ensure that we communicate clearly and consistently.
Meet the team
Phil
Phil founded the company in 2001, and has 25 years of experience in film. When he’s not overseeing projects in the office, you can find him drinking tea, not playing the piano and surfing. ☕🏄Phil
Sam
As co-founder and company director, Sam is involved in all parts of the business. Sam loves her daughters, dancing, yoga and good food! 😋💃Sam
Ben
Ben has over 15 years of experience in the video production industry and as Head of Production, Ben oversees all projects from concept to completion. Ben loves making music and has over 10,000 photos of his sons and his dog, Wilf! 📷🐾Ben
Ana
Ana is DreamingFish's New Business & Marketing Executive who manages all new enquires, dabbles in account management and all things social media. Born in Brazil, Ana is fluent in Portuguese and loves travelling. When Ana isn't working, she enjoys a cheeky glass of Aperol Spritz in the sun!🌞🍹
Ana
Lucy
Lucy is our Producer, carrying out all things events & live-action; from pre to post production. She is a passionate camper and loves taking her dog, Dash, for long walks. Lucy also has an undying love for tuna sandwiches, yum! 🐟🥪Lucy
Ross
Ross is our latest recruit and joins the DF team as Videographer & Video Editor. His favourite film is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and Ross loves a good chicken jalfrezi curry. When he's not filming or editing, Ross enjoys running!🏃♂️👟
Ross
James
James is our Animation Team Lead and crafty Motion Graphics Designer. His favourite film is The Grand Budapest Hotel and he loves Mexican enchiladas. In his spare time, James streams on Twitch and records podcasts! 🖥️🎧
James
Josh
Josh is our cool Motion Graphics Designer! Josh is a sucker for Thai food, his favourite film is Up and in his spare time, Josh enjoys playing guitar! 🎶🎸
Josh
Dash
Dash is a cocker spaniel who belongs to our Producer, Lucy. Dash has a weakness for peamutt butter, going for long walks and swims and chewing his (and Wilf's) toys! 🦴🐾Dash
Wilf
Meet Wilf, the cutest miniature cream long haired dachshund. Wilf loves cuddles and you'll often find him snoozing next to our Head of Production, Ben! 🐾Wilf
