CREATIVE FILM AND VIDEO PRODUCTION NORTHERN IRELAND
Who are we?
Mini Mountain Creative are a full-service creative film and video production agency based in Derry, Northern Ireland, working across Ireland and the United Kingdom. Our work spans drama, commercial, corporate video, music video & live performance, documentary and more. With over a decade experience working together on media of all types and sizes, our core team have established a reputation for delivering the highest quality of work, with a creative edge that stands out from the crowd. We also work with a number of creative associates who’ve written, directed and featured in award-winning content.
OUR INSPIRATION
Just on the ‘other’ side of the vast Lough Neagh lies the Sperrin Mountains. As mountains go, they aren’t the most enormous, but as anyone who has seen them will tell you, there’s still something undeniably epic about them. This is our home, and something about the place we think has rubbed off on us. ‘Small, but massive’ as a music festival here used to say. We love big ideas, going beyond expectations and making content that speaks to the heart.
Fiachra Ó Longáin
Fiachra is a self-shooting director/DOP and editor based in the northwest of Ireland. Having begun in the sound department, Fiachra’s curiosity has since led him through camera work, lighting, editing and finally some directing. This range enables Fiachra to understand the production chain from start to finish. Equally at home composing a big landscape shot or up-close in hand-held work, Fiachra’s main aim is to always bring creativity into the service of the project. His output has covered documentary, short film, broadcast media, and more. His creative work has been showcased throughout Ireland, the UK, the USA and beyond.
CHRISTOPHER BYRNE
Chris brings a wealth of global filmmaking experience, with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Theatre and a Master’s in Film. His approach is rooted in the belief that the most powerful stories are found by connecting with people. Early in his career, Chris worked in Northern Ireland’s peace and reconciliation sector, tackling challenging subjects head-on. Later Chris worked in film and documentary production in LA and Florida, before returning to Ireland to work in the private sector. With expertise in both producing and directing, Chris understands the nitty-gritty of what it takes to get ideas on to the screen.
CHRISTOPHER BYRNE
Chris brings a wealth of global filmmaking experience, with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Theatre and a Master’s in Film. His approach is rooted in the belief that the most powerful stories are found by connecting with people. Early in his career, Chris worked in Northern Ireland’s peace and reconciliation sector, tackling challenging subjects head-on. Later Chris worked in film and documentary production in LA and Florida, before returning to Ireland to work in the private sector. With expertise in both producing and directing, Chris understands the nitty-gritty of what it takes to get ideas on to the screen.
We work with a tight-knit crew of highly talented production, post-production and on-screen professionals – each of whom help us bring the creative vision behind a project to life.
To get a taste of some of the amazing work we’ve produced alongside them
Rachael McNamee
Rachael has worked as a production manager and production co-ordinator for projects of all sizes. Working in commercial and creative media since 2012, Rachael has been involved in delivering major campaigns for large clients such as the Depart of Education & Department of Justice, Eurospar, Derry’s City of Culture, and more. She has worked with a range production companies including Dog Ears, Besom Productions and Makematic. She has also been part of the crew for major cinematic productions such as Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Game of Thrones and much more.
William Ayton
William is our go-to guy for dynamic visual work. Specialising in camera movement, he runs, walks, skates, wheels and jibs to create visuals that pop off the screen. Although scientists have not yet found any trace of equine DNA in him, everyone that has had the pleasure of encountering William will tell you that he’s a workhorse.
Watch a short reel of William’s dynamic work with us here.
You can view William’s personal website here.
William Ayton
William is our go-to guy for dynamic visual work. Specialising in camera movement, he runs, walks, skates, wheels and jibs to create visuals that pop off the screen. Although scientists have not yet found any trace of equine DNA in him, everyone that has had the pleasure of encountering William will tell you that he’s a workhorse.
Watch a short reel of William’s dynamic work with us here.
You can view William’s personal website here.
Colm S Herron
Colm is a writer, director and camera operator from Derry, Ireland. His recent NI Screen funded short film I Know You screened at Galway Film Fleadh, Foyle Film Festival and more. Colm’s camera work has been featured on a number of broadcast programmes including Murder in the Bandlands, The White Handkerchief and Murder of a GAA Chairman. Colm has also acted in a number of plays & short films, and is also a singer/songwriter of some repute.
Our work has been seen across the world and acclaimed at some of the most prestigious film festivals.
We’ve delivered production and post-production services to multi-million dollar corporate projects and upcoming Irish filmmakers alike.
Over the years our team has worked with many clients.
CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTION NORTHERN IRELAND
