Brian, a multi-award-winning SERIES DIRECTOR, and EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, has over 25 years of experience in the global TV industry. His expertise lies in creating large-scale, ambitious shows for major international networks across various genres. Passionate about visual concepts and innovative shooting techniques, Brian brings new formats and first series to life. As an ambitious and collaborative team leader, he excels at connecting with talent and helping them shine on screen.
As an Executive producer Brian was responsible for the critically successful 25 part series The Posh Frock Shop on Channel 4, which also won an NRTA award, The Pet Talent Agency: Barking Mad, which was Grierson shortlisted, and in 2020, Swingers, the most successful launch title for Channel 4 in over 2 years. In 2021. Brian was the exec producer on a shocking documentary that got the world talking, trending #1 on Twitter in the UK, and featured in the New York Post, Breastfeeding My Boyfriend.
Brian Hayes is also a multi-award winning Director, and his Series Directing credits include the BAFTA award winning First Dates, as well as the Grierson shortlisted GP’s: Behind Closed Doors and RTS winning Will You Marry Me? As a Senior Director, Brian has overseen some of Britain’s biggest fixed rig documentary series, including 24 Hours in A&E and 24 Hours in Police Custody. He has also won an RTS Award for his work on The Family.
