Industry & advisory
Smith worked three years in the Indian screen industry, producing film and streaming projects at Viacom18. He now advises platforms, cultural bodies, and the European Commission on talent, diversity, and media work.
Inside the screen industry
Managed the original web-series Badman from pre- to post-production. Developed story ideas, tracked scripts, and pitched web-series to identify content and talent for the platform.
Conceptualised and executed Cineshorts — acquiring five short films for broadcast and digital — and worked on a content team with 10+ film credits, including Margarita with a Straw. Delivered Cineshorts at 50% of its €150,000 budget.
Advisory, consulting & applied research
Work with Smith
For platform strategy, creator-economy insight, diversity & inclusion work, or expert commentary on the screen industries — Smith is open to selected industry collaborations.