As Creative Director, Francis oversees the development and production of scripted content across John Gore Studios and its labels, guiding projects from conception through to delivery. He works closely with writers, directors, and creative partners to build distinctive, commercially driven content with global appeal. Francis is an accomplished producer with more than 25 years’ experience developing and delivering high-end television drama. He has held senior creative and executive roles across the UK industry, producing acclaimed, award-winning work for all major broadcasters and international partners.
Before joining John Gore Studios, Francis founded the independent production company Expanded Media, developing projects with Amazon, BBC, ITV, Disney+, and Starz. His earlier career included senior positions at ITV Studios, Lookout Point, Left Bank Pictures, and Channel 4, where he commissioned and produced a range of landmark dramas. His extensive credits include Wallander, Home Fires, Trauma, Tutankhamun, Bancroft, and Lucan. Most recently, Francis produced The Duchess and I for John Gore Studios and is currently Executive producing Fightland, an eight-part drama series for Starz.