Ed Stradling, a television producer and director born in 1972, has made a notable impact in the industry with his extensive work on documentaries accompanying BBC DVD releases in the 2000s.
Throughout his career, Stradling has produced over 40 documentaries and shorts, primarily focusing on TV show DVD releases, with notable projects including Doctor Who, Robin of Sherwood, and collaborations with renowned figures such as Sir David Attenborough on Civilisation: A Personal View and The Ascent of Man.
In the 2010s, Stradling shifted his focus to Children's BBC programming, directing Danny Baker's Christmas Hits and working on music documentaries for the Sky Arts Channel.
In recent years, he has continued to work on a variety of projects, including political and royal programming for Channel 5 and ITV, with notable highlights including General Election specials for ITV's Tonight programme in 2017, 2019, and 2024.
In addition to his producing and directing work, Stradling is also a television archivist and runs The TV Museum YouTube channel, showcasing his passion for preserving and sharing television history.
