Northumberland based Daniel Wilkinson, founder of dwmedia, is excited to announce the addition of Mark Orr, a seasoned professional in the video production industry, as co-director of the company. With Mark’s expertise, dwmedia is poised to continue its rapid growth in the world of video production, having already made significant strides in the industry.
dwmedia, which started as a passion project during Daniel’s school years while volunteering with the charity Leading Link, has evolved into a fully-fledged production company. Daniel recalls, “I started filming local events and found myself really enjoying the process. Gradually, I built a paying client base, and now we’re working on festivals featuring some major names. It’s been an incredible journey.”
Prior to teaming up with Mark, dwmedia found a niche in live-streaming funerals, especially for clients in remote areas or locations with poor internet connections. A family friend’s request led to a long-term partnership with local funeral directors enabling Daniel and his team to support grieving families across Northumberland and Tyneside.
Mark Orr, formerly of MC Media, brings a wealth of experience to dwmedia. Originally starting in broadcast TV 40 years ago and then running his own video production company, as well as teaching others how to create content with their smartphones, Mark found himself increasingly in demand for video editing services. “I was overwhelmed with editing requests and realised it was time to focus on that side of the business, with the training element being sidelined. Eventually, Daniel and I decided to make our collaboration official, and I became a co-director of dwmedia.”
Together, Daniel and Mark have transformed dwmedia, recently investing in a custom-built mobile production vehicle—an ex-ambulance redesigned into a mobile studio equipped for on-site production in any weather conditions. “Working at events in scorching heat or cold made us realise we needed a controlled environment,” Mark explains. “The vehicle, which we’ve adapted, already came with air conditioning and heating and the specialised equipment we’ve added has been a game-changer.”
This mobile studio is fitted with high-tech monitors, satellite internet and live-streaming equipment, enabling global audiences to experience live events as they happen.
dwmedia has also expanded to provide IMAG services, including for Liverpool based UK Events Group, in turn, working with artists like UB40, JLS, and Sam Ryder, taking on major festivals, such as Reggae Land, Boogietown, as well as Newcastle Mela. “We provide everything from cameras with crew to production equipment and have recently worked on events featuring Chase and Status, Yungblud, McFly, and The Jacksons. We’re gearing up for more exciting events in the coming months,” says Daniel.
With this expansion and the support of new co-director Mark Orr, dwmedia is ready to take on even more large-scale projects. “The past year has been a whirlwind, and Mark’s expertise has been pivotal,” Daniel shares. “Thanks to our team’s dedication and our shared vision, we’re achieving things I never thought possible.”
dwmedia continues to offer a diverse range of services, from live-streaming funerals to full-scale festival content production and corporate video solutions, attracting clients across the UK. For event organisers or individuals seeking high-quality, innovative video solutions, dwmedia is well-positioned to provide top-tier service.
