Chris Hunt is a multifaceted creative professional, boasting an impressive résumé as a director, producer, writer, and executive producer of music and arts films, TV programs, and movies, as well as major stage events.
Throughout his illustrious career, Hunt has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including two Primetime Emmys out of four nominations, two International Emmys out of three nominations, seven Bafta nominations, and over 40 other nominations and awards.
Hunt began his career at BBC Television, where he directed The Antiques Roadshow and produced and/or directed several other series. In 1985, he made the transition to directing and producing The South Bank Show, which yielded notable achievements, including two Bafta nominations, an International Emmy nomination for his biography of Eric Clapton, and a Grand Award for Best Factual Program in any category at the New York Festivals for his 'King Lear' program.
In 1988, Hunt established the independent production company Iambic Productions, which he ran until 2000, when he sold it to the super-indie DCD Media plc. During this period, he produced and directed the highest-ever rated arts program on British television, the Abba Story, which earned a Bafta nomination, and won most of his awards.
Hunt continued to serve as CEO of Iambic and DCD Media until 2008, when he departed to direct a film of King Lear starring Ian McKellen, which garnered a Primetime Emmy nomination. He then founded the streaming platform Classical TV and established two production companies: Stanza Media, dedicated to creating music and arts documentaries, and Stagescreen Ltd, focused on filming theatre shows.
Throughout his career, Hunt's programs have continued to win awards, with his most recent productions earning top honors at the New York Festivals and Worldfest, including a Gold award and a Platinum award, respectively.
