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Olivia Rose joins Stink Rising
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Award-winning photographer branches out into film, as the latest addition to the Stink Rising roster.
Awarding-winning photographer, Olivia Rose has found her directorial home at Stink Rising.
The latest addition to the production houses roster of directorial talent, Rose joins with a toolkit of editorial and artistic experience. No stranger to the industry and its demands; having worked as a photographer for over ten years, Rose’s work was displayed at the National Portrait Gallery, London, in 2019, and forms part of their permanent collection, prior to this, she was selected as one of 100 photographers for the British Journal of Photography’s ‘Portrait of Britain’ award in 2018.
With her own unique analogue style and commitment to creating authentic and honest work, Rose has worked with some of the most renowned faces and brands including Stormzy, Drake, Nike and ASOS. Rose’s refusal to follow mainstream industry trends such as transitions and camera gimmicks, and instead remain true to her own style and process, enabled her to carve out her own recognisable niche in photography which has translated into her directing. Videos formed out of intricately detailed photographic shots edited together to convey a narrative form the basis of her work and allow her to stand out from the status-quo.
Hannah Bellil, Global Head of Stink Rising and Music Videos: “It’s a business about people. Olivia fundamentally understands and embraces that and I am really enjoying working with her. It really feels like a partnership in so many ways and we’re thrilled that Olivia feels at home with us at Stink."
Rose is by no means a novice in the industry, having had a flourishing photographic career and consecutive music video accolades, our ambitions are clear and involve transitioning those skills into a commercial space.
Rose’s familiarity with the Grime scene inspired the creation of the best selling book, This is Grime which she produced alongside journalist Hattie Collins. The book depicts the growth and culture of UK Grime, featuring over 170 images of the most well-known artists within the industry, tackling issues of racism and classism; topics that inform much of Rose’s work.
Inevitably, her next challenge is to direct; Rose took her first foray into directing in 2018, working with the likes of Jorja Smith, 6Lack and Skepta. As part of Stink Rising; the dedicated platform for hosting and nurturing upcoming directorial talent at Stink Films, she joins an established production house, with resources that will promote, protect and support her directorial career, along with upholding the values which Rose holds so strongly - promoting diversity, inclusivity and representation within all levels of the department.
Olivia Rose, Director, Stink Rising: “When you’re Mary Mary quite contrary, it’s actually pretty hard to find a team that believes in making your garden grow. But after being the director that no-one could pin down (and being a self proclaimed production slag over the last few years, you name them I’ve probably worked with them) I think I may just have found the team that know how to put my silver bells, cockleshells and pretty maids all in a row. For the record, I’ve accepted Stink Rising’s proposal and we do hope you’ll come to the wedding!”
