Alexander James Jacob

Director
I am a UK-based television director and producer with over twenty years’ experience working across drama, comedy, and children’s television. I began my career on landmark BBC series including EastEnders and Casualty, progressing through the assistant director route before establishing myself as a director.
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My directing credits include Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Casualty, Hollyoaks, Doctors, Moving On, The Dumping Ground, 4 O’Clock Club, Spellbound, and The Lady Grace Mysteries. My work on Casualty contributed to BAFTA-winning submissions in 2017 and 2020.
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More recently, I have directed on HBO’s Theodosia and produced and directed the award-winning The World According to Grandpa. Until recently, I also served on the Board of Directors for Directors UK, contributing to industry leadership and advocacy alongside my creative work. I am known for my calm authority, strong storytelling instincts, and collaborative approach.
