human focused video production, based in manchester.

Phil Tragen likes to make videos about people. The style is part documentary, part commercial, but always focused on the story. It’s the same mindset as with stills; always be intentional.

With Phil you work with the same person all the way through the process, from conception, to shoot, to edit - a one stop shop and a single creative voice throughout your project, ideal for commercial, arts or healthcare clients looking for visually strong narrative-led videos for web or social media that are 1-5 mins in length.

Of course, photography packages can be included in the video brief. Very handy if you want more than just a screen grab for a YouTube thumbnail.

Get in touch if you’d like to discuss a project, and expect lots of questions!

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  • Anvi Health - Welcome Video

    Anvi Health - Welcome Video

    ‘Wellness is so much more than just a number on a scale.’

    Start-up Anvi Health commissioned this video to explain their mission to the public; focusing on a holistic approach to personal health, combining expert medical care and nutritional advice for better patient outcomes.

  • Breck Homes - Housing Fringe 2026

    Breck Homes - Housing Fringe 2026

    Breck is an award-winning developer, dedicated to working with housing associations, local authorities and build-to-rent providers to deliver lasting change and stronger communities across the North. In this social event held in beautiful sunshine at 20 Stories, Manchester, Breck and their clients raise money for Land Aid.

  • Prevent Breast Cancer - Rose's Story

    Prevent Breast Cancer - Rose's Story

    ‘Hold onto what you believe.. more.’

    Charity Prevent Breast Cancer commissioned a series of videos where breast cancer survivors can share their accounts. Rose Ssali from Uganda recounts her experience of when she was first diagnosed, the reaction of her community, and how she feels about her recovery.

  • Harwoods Patisserie

    Harwoods Patisserie

    Harwoods is an independent patisserie run by award winning Andrew and Sarah Harwood who were finalists of Bake Off: The Professionals 2023. This video introduces their new site in Standish and showcases their handmade chocolates, macarons, and desserts with a vibrant modern twist. 

  • Hasselblad X2Dii - One Month Review

    Hasselblad X2Dii - One Month Review

    Hasselblad launches a brand new medium format camera, the X2Dii, featuring upgraded autofocus and other important new features. Designed for Youtube, over 10k views, and features beautiful product videography.

  • Lyr - Girl Racer, Dream Chaser

    Lyr - Girl Racer, Dream Chaser

    ‘In my championship, I’m the only girl…’

    Promo video for Lyr Jacobs, who races a pink Mazda MX-5 in the BRSCC (British Racing & Sports Car Club) championships. We join her at Oulton Park where her coaches and mentors describe her competitive spirit, and she describes what she sacrifices to achieve her dream.

  • BLOOMING: Emma's Recovery From Alcoholism

    BLOOMING: Emma's Recovery From Alcoholism

    ‘You don’t recognise yourself any more.. but you’re still justifying it. You’re essentially mad’.

    Once an alcoholic with her world circling the drain, and now a successful florist with her on shop in Broughton, Emma talks about the bizarre life of an addict, and how she found a way out.

  • Lee: Autism and Audio Repair

    Lee: Autism and Audio Repair

    ‘Being autistic is just who someone is, and it’s who I am.’

    Musician and audio repair shop owner Lee Parry describes what it’s like running a business with autism, how it affects his attitude to work, and how see manages his interactions with the public - all while noodling a gorgeous blues riff on a customer’s guitar.

  • Hive Homes

    Hive Homes

    Hive Homes build well-designed, high-quality homes in great locations. These shots across several properties in a new development were used as part of a customer walk-through.