About.

Big ideas. Sharp execution. Seriously good video.

We’re Purple Door, a team of industry-leading videographers, photographers, editors, animators, content creators and directors, producing high-impact video for clients like American Express, RBS, Reuters, Bain & Company, the NHS, Al-Jazeera and more.

With editorial muscle across every stage of the film and animation process, you can pick and choose what you need or get us onboard for the whole lot.  From concept creation to the final edit, we’ve got you covered!

Our approach:

  • Ego-free and collaborative
  • Direct access to the creatives making the work
  • Dedicated lead creative from start to finish
  • Agile workflows with no unnecessary layers
  • High-end production with lean, efficient delivery models
Alex and Emma

Founders.

Purple Door was founded by Emma Clarke and Alex Gooch after distinguished careers spanning more than 15 years in broadcast television and corporate communications.

Emma worked as a Producer/ Director at the BBC, leading the production of flagship primetime programmes and developing a reputation for crafting compelling stories that engage millions of viewers. Alex is one of the UK’s leading Directors of Photography and Editors, renowned for his cinematic storytelling, technical excellence and visual craft.

Together, they lead the Purple Door team, bringing broadcast-quality filmmaking, editorial excellence and strategic thinking to every project – helping organisations communicate with clarity, creativity and lasting impact.

  • More than 50 years of combined industry experience
  • Trusted by global brands, broadcasters and public-sector organisations
  • 1000s of productions in over 35 countries
  • End-to-end production and post-production
  • International network of trusted film crews
  • Responsive, collaborative and friendly project management

Values.

We believe good stories shouldn’t cost the earth. So we’re all in on low-carbon production. 

And we don’t just talk diversity, we live and breathe it. On screen and off. 

We mentor emerging talent from diverse backgrounds and actively work with marginalised voices to shift the narrative.

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