NOT YOUR USUAL TV PRODUCTION COMPANY

WHO WE ARE

LOOKS LIKE A PRODUCTION COMPANY. THINKS LIKE AN AGENCY.

Rock Oyster brings together an unusual mix of creative, production, commercial, digital and agency expertise. Together, it’s a team that understands not just how to make brilliant television, but how to build audiences, work with brands, create value and make content work harder across every platform.

As a committed regional indie based in Devon, we build our teams to work smart and efficiently with all our partners. But our key people are in the room and on the project.

We’re agile, inventive and entrepreneurial. We can think like a creative agency, move like a digital business and deliver with the rigour and storytelling expertise of an established television producer. Small team. Big experience. Lots of ideas.

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Meet the Team

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    David Nottage

    FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR

    Across more than 25 years, David has worked in the Daytime, Features and Factual spaces in TV for the BBC, ITV, Travel Channel, Food Network, UKTV and RTE among others, with a particular focus on food programming with chefs including Rick Stein, Gary Rhodes, Rachel Allen, Simon Rimmer, Raymond Blanc and Ainsley Harriott.

    David’s Daytime experience in particular means he knows how to put all the value of even the tightest budget on the screen.

    His strong track record in brand content as well as Advertiser Funded Programming also gives David great insight and practical experience in alternative funding models and multi-stakeholder content projects.

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    Charlotte Davis

    CREATIVE DIRECTOR

    Charlotte is a BAFTA-nominated executive producer and the Creative Director of Rock Oyster Media. She has developed smart, returnable factual formats across Channel 4, Five, the BBC, ITV, Sky Atlantic and Sky History, with many more planned!

    From her previous life as series producer then series editor on The Great British Bake Off, Charlotte now creates and exec-produces talent-led travel, food and features series for ROMP, building formats from scratch then steering them through production — working closely with on-screen talent to create shows that feel warm, confident and full of personality. In recent years,

    Charlotte has become a driving force in destination-funded and ad-supported programming, developing a fast-growing expertise in how commercial partnerships can power great storytelling rather than dilute it. At heart, though, she’s loves telly, loves new ideas, and is always looking for the next big thing that feels both creatively exciting and built to last.

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    Charles Wace

    CHAIRMAN

    Charles Wace is one of the UK's most respected television executives and entrepreneurs, best known as the co-founder of Twofour, the award-winning international television production group behind some of the nation's most successful factual, entertainment and documentary programming.

    Over a career spanning more than three decades, Charles has built, scaled and advised leading media businesses, earning a reputation for creative excellence, commercial growth and strategic leadership. As Chair of Rock Oyster Media Production, he brings unparalleled industry experience, a deep understanding of content creation and distribution, and a proven track record of helping production companies achieve sustainable growth in an evolving media landscape.

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    Caroline Allan

    HEAD OF PRODUCTION

    Caroline joined Rock Oyster in Sept 25, having worked as a freelance Line Producer and Senior PM for 4 years in Brighton working most recently on a True Crime series and leading their Paranormal strand of programmes. From Fact-ent to documentaries, Caroline is used to working on fast turnaround, challenging productions, filming all around the world. Before moving into the freelance world Caroline worked for Twofour for 19 years on a wide genre of programmes for the BBC, ITV, Channel 5 and UKTV.

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    Laura Peat

    FINANCE MANAGER

    Laura is both CIMA and AAT qualified. With over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance roles across a range of industries, as well as within accountancy practice, she brings a broad and well-rounded perspective to financial management. Working with organisations of varying sizes and sectors has helped shape Laura into a commercially minded management accountant who combines strong technical expertise with a practical understanding of business operations. Laura was drawn to the television production industry for its dynamic, fast-paced environment and the opportunity to be part of a creative and ever-evolving sector. She enjoys supporting the business behind the scenes, helping teams make informed decisions and driving financial performance.

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    Chris Williams

    SERIES PRODUCER/DIRECTOR

    Chris has been producing and directing television for over 25 years, making over 100 hours of primetime television across a diverse range of programming. He has produced and directed docs for BBC1, BBC2, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5 and Sky Atlantic. As a Series Producer/Director he is one of the architects of Channel 5’s hit factual entertainment series The Hotel Inspector and a number of successful travelogues such as Dermot’s Taste of Ireland for ITV1, The Greek Islands with Julia Bradbury for ITV1, and Alex Polizzi’s Secret Italy, Italian Islands and Spectacular Spain for Channel 5.

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    Neil Edwards

    EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

    Neil is an RTS, Broadcast and BAFTA award-winning factual programme-maker. He began his career at the BBC before moving to Twofour as a Director and Executive Producer, ultimately becoming their Head of Factual and Specialist Factual. Neil has produced and directed hit shows from Travelogue to True Crime, Fact Ent to Feature Docs, Science to the Arts and everything in between. He has a proven track record in creating and delivering returning formats. He developed Channel 5’s longest running show ‘The Hotel Inspector’ (20 series and counting) and was behind the global sales hits ‘Born to Kill?’ (10 series) and ‘Impossible Engineering’ (10 series) and has produced successful, critically acclaimed programmes for all major broadcasters. He now brings his renowned storytelling ability, leadership and craft skills to the Rock Oyster team.

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    Mark Sammon

    HEAD OF DIGITAL

    Mark Sammon is a highly regarded television executive and former commissioning editor with extensive experience developing and overseeing successful factual, documentary and digital content for UK broadcasters. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for identifying emerging audience trends, nurturing creative talent and delivering innovative content strategies across broadcast and digital platforms. As Head of Digital at Rock Oyster Media, Mark will lead the company's digital growth strategy, expanding its multi-platform content offering and developing new opportunities across streaming, social and emerging media. His unique combination of commissioning expertise, editorial leadership and digital insight will play a key role in driving the next phase of Rock Oyster Media's growth.

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    Olwyn Mathews

    PRODUCTION MANAGER

    Olwyn began her career in regional television in 1995 at Westcountry TV. Starting on the reception desk she soon made the move into the newsroom where she trained as a gallery PA. From there Olwyn transferred to the Features Department working on local documentaries and entertainment shows. 2006 saw Olwyn start work as a Production Manager at Plymouth based Denham Productions where she worked on four Gary Rhodes cookery series for UKTV Food and ten Rick Stein series for the BBC. Olwyn made the move to join Rock Oyster in 2020.

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    Meg Keegan

    SERIES PRODUCER, UNWIND

    Meg’s career as a researcher, development AP, Production Manager and Producer has been carved out exclusively from the Westcountry and has seen her involved in delivering shows to all major broadcasters whilst working for Denham Productions, Twofour and now Rock Oyster. Right now, Meg has day to day responsibility for Unwind, Rock Oyster’s innovative Mindfulness content project with ITV, that sees her and the team deliver 75 minutes of mindfulness programming to the channel every single day, year round.

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    Geena Giacalone

    PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

    Geena Giacalone joined Rock Oyster in July 2025. With experience across factual entertainment, reality, and observational documentaries for major broadcasters including ITV, Channel 5, and Discovery. She has coordinated shoots in the UK and abroad, managing logistics, crews, and compliance on productions such as A Taste of Saudi, Kavos Weekender, and Hotel Benidorm. Known for her strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and calm efficiency, Geena thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a proactive, solutions-driven approach to every production.

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    Jane Pierce

    PRODUCTION MANAGER

    Jane has more than 25 years of broadcast television experience, primarily as a freelance Production Manager and Production Executive, delivering complex productions for major UK broadcasters. She has worked across a wide range of genres and has extensive experience managing overseas shoots and live productions. Her television credits include Big Brother, The Hotel Inspector, The Chelsea Flower Show, The Olympics (IMG/TWI), Born to Kill, City Hospital, and BBC News. Jane is used to guiding ambitious, fast-paced productions with clarity, efficiency, and a collaborative approach, and a smile. Jane has worked on a number of productions with Rock Oyster Media, including two series of Dubai Dishes for ITV and the BBC2 travel series Alison Hammond’s Florida Unpacked. She is currently working on two new series: Raiders of the Lost Crafts for Sky History and Gary Barlow’s Food and Wine Tour, New Zealand for ITV, both due to be broadcast in 2026.

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    Hannah Wilson

    PRODUCER

    Hannah started her TV career as a runner on Saturday Kitchen for the BBC and has stayed in the food space ever since. She knows everyone there is to know in cookery, and over the years has travelled the UK and the world with chefs from James Martin to Ainsley Harriott. Hannah’s food credentials put her right at the heart of everything Rock Oyster does in the genre and, since we do so much, it’s pretty handy that she has broad shoulders and really loves making lists!

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    Maia Sherwood-Rogers

    PRODUCER

    Trained as a Marine Biologist, Maia began her career in wildlife film at OneTribe and OSF, before joining Plimsoll Productions to work on the Emmy-winning, four-times Emmy nominated series Incredible Animal Journeys (Disney+/NatGeo). She moved into factual entertainment and digital content, working for TwoFour and Off The Fence, as well as creating digital branded content for Jack Wolfskin and MINI Electric across YouTube and Instagram. Maia joined Rock Oyster in July 2025, where she produces destination programmes and creates conversations around AI/digital innovation, ideally with a cat on her lap and a post-work pint on the horizon.

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    Tara Stones

    DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT PRODUCER

    Tara began at Rock Oyster in the summer of 2020. She started working life in academia but made the jump to the media sector to further develop her passion for all things telly, bringing creativity and attentiveness to her work in development and on production. Most recently she has been busy on Ainsley's Fantastic Flavours and Jimmy and Shivi's Farmhouse Breakfast for ITV.

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    Maisy McKenzie

    RESEARCHER

    Maisy joined Rock Oyster in 2024 with a contagious enthusiasm and brings a vibrant energy to the workplace. Maisy loves being on shoots and enjoys thriving in the fast-paced, creative environment. Outside of work, you’ll find her exploring new destinations through travel, listening to her favourite music and cherishing quality time with friends and family.

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    Ava Munro

    RESEARCHER

    Ava graduated from university in the summer of 2025, completing a degree in Film and TV production. Keen to learn, Ava takes on her first role in the industry as production assistant, bringing fresh energy and ideas as she works across many productions supporting the team.

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    Charli Li

    PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

    Charli graduated in 2026 with a degree in Media Production and joins the team as a Junior Production Assistant. Passionate about television, she brings a creative and enthusiastic approach to her work and is excited to gain experience across the industry. Charli enjoys taking on new challenges, developing her skills and being part of a creative and supportive team.

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    Izzy Davies

    PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

    After graduating from university in 2026 with a degree in Filmmaking. Rock Oyster is Izzy's first job in the industry. Izzy has a natural ambition for all things TV and Film. She approaches all aspects of her role with a creative and motivated attitude. With her high-spirited personality in tow, she is eager to learn and gain experience alongside a supportive team.

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    Brianna Williams

    PRODUCTION SECRETARY

    Brianna stepped into the creative industry in 2025 after graduating with a First-Class Honours in Filmmaking.

    She has taken on various freelance projects, including roles in events TV, short form campaigns, wildlife filmmaking workshops, and commercial content; before joining Rock Oyster as a Junior Production Secretary in April 2025. Supporting the production team with her creativity and logistical mind, Brianna is a key part of ensuring projects run smoothly from beginning to end.

    With a keen attitude to learn, she’s excited to continue to grow in TV surrounded by such a passionate team!