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Phil Clarke Hill

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About Phil
Phil Clarke Hill is a documentary director, video and photo journalist. In his ten year career he has worked across five continents, shooting and directing many independent projects and commissioned stories.

His specialist subjects are environment / agriculture, sustainability, activism and underground culture. Often working with culturally-marginalised communities, Phil aims to bridge the gap to show their side of the story in the mainstream media.

A Latin American specialist, he has dedicated much of his career to the continent, regularly working throughout the region since 2011, and now based between Brazil and the UK since 2014.

Phil has a long track record with some of the most respected names in media and journalism. These include the BBC, Guardian, CNN, National Geographic, Vice, Aljazeera Network, the Washington Post, UNHCR, UNISDR, UNWHO, Google and many others.

He has been funded by One World Media for a project with the Guarani in Brazil, the work from which was a finalist for the Amnesty Media Award and Environmental Photographer of the Year. He has also been awarded by the Royal Photographic Society, the International Photography Awards, attended workshops and training from Magnum Photos, Union Docs, Screen Skills and BECTU.
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Why Keir Starmer's position was more secure than assumed

04 Apr 2024  |  newstatesman.com
In a video analysis, Stephen Bush, the Political Editor for the New Statesman, discusses the implications of the Labour Party's victory in the Batley and Spen by-election. Despite concerns from Labour campaigners about potentially losing the seat, Labour succeeded in retaining it with Kim Leadbeater becoming the newest MP. This victory provided a significant boost to Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, and alleviated some of the pressure and questions regarding his leadership. Bush elaborates on why Starmer's position was never as precarious as some believed and what the by-election win signifies for him and the Labour Party moving forward.

Watch: Anoosh Chakelian meets food suppliers impacted by Brexit

30 Sep 2021  |  newstatesman.com
The article discusses the impact of Brexit on British food suppliers, particularly the British Corner Shop, which exports traditional British food products. Brexit has introduced new trade barriers, particularly with the EU, which accounts for a significant portion of the company's market. The new trading rules have caused exports to halt and required additional paperwork, leading to increased costs and reduced product ranges. The company is adapting by opening a distribution center in the Netherlands and focusing on markets outside the EU. The article also covers the broader effects on the food and drink industry, including fishermen and farmers, and the potential for changing consumer habits towards more locally sourced and seasonal foods. It touches on concerns about food standards in future trade deals and the overall resilience of businesses in the face of these challenges.

Watch: George Eaton interviews Adam Tooze on covid and the new threats to the global economy

09 Sep 2021  |  newstatesman.com
In a video interview with George Eaton, economic historian Adam Tooze discusses the unique nature of the Covid-19 economic crisis and its lasting impacts on the global economy. Tooze, a contributing writer for the New Statesman and author of 'Shutdown: How Covid Shook the World’s Economy', explains why the pandemic was a 'warning from the future' and explores new threats to the global economic stability. He also touches on the implications for neoliberalism and advises caution to the left in their response to the crisis. The interview is available on the New Statesman's website and YouTube channel.

BBC - Project - Made on Earth - exploring global trade networks.

BBC StoryWorks (commercial production) - Turning the Tide on Stroke.

BBC - The man who gets to work in a flying machine

BBC - The benefits of being 'ugly'

Follow the Food

24 Apr 2020  |  www.bbc.com
The documentaries in the 'Follow the Food' series explore the origins of our food and the potential changes in food sourcing due to advancements in technology and innovative farming methods. The series aims to provide insight into the current state of agriculture and how it may evolve to meet future demands.

AJ+Shoot to Kill: Brazil's New Policy to Reduce Crime? On February 8th, 15 young men in Rio de Janeiro were killed by police in the country's deadliest police operation in over 10 years. Could this be the new norm in Brazil under President Jair Bolsonaro?

The lost town in the heart of the Amazon

24 Apr 2020  |  www.bbc.com
Fordlandia was an unsuccessful endeavor by Henry Ford to establish an American-style town in the Brazilian Amazon, specifically in the state of Pará. The town is still isolated, accessible only by a six-hour boat journey from Santarem, with no road connectivity.

Behind the scenes of Elle magazine cover shoot of Gigi Hadid, Rio de Janeiro.

Rapping the 'Newz' - Bored of the usual news? This show from Uganda will deliver your news with a beat.

Google Local Guides: Best of Rio

Brexit Poses Direct Threat to U.K. Adult Care

22 Oct 2019  |  scrippsnews.com
The UK's adult social care sector, which relies on private companies and a significant number of EU nationals, is facing severe staffing shortages partly due to Brexit. Paula Miller, whose father is in a local care home, expresses concern over the potential impact of Brexit on the facility's operation. Raj Sehgal, Managing Director of Armscare, notes a drastic reduction in EU applicants since the Brexit referendum, leading to staff shortages and the risk of care home closures. Skills for Care highlights a high turnover rate and numerous job vacancies in the sector.

VIDEO: Dispatches from the coalface: 'Protecting the land, my home'

20 Apr 2018  |  theecologist.org
The article discusses the history and controversy surrounding opencast mining in the Pont Valley, North West County Durham. Despite consistent local opposition and planning applications being refused since 1978, permission was eventually granted in 2014. The author, a local resident with a deep connection to the valley and a career in outdoor education, details the efforts of the community and the Coal Action Network to protect the area's natural habitats and wildlife. The narrative conveys the author's personal connection to the land and the community's ongoing struggle against the mining operations, particularly in light of the recent acquisition by Banks Group and the looming deadline to commence work.

Ka'apor tribe of Eastern Amazonia expel illegal loggers using their own means. New Internationalist.

Wassail Tales: The tradition of the apple tree

01 Mar 2016  |  www.bbc.com
The ancient tradition of apple wassailing, aimed at protecting apple trees from evil spirits to ensure a good harvest, has experienced a resurgence. Dating back to pagan times, the custom includes pouring cider over tree roots, singing, making noise, and toasting. Wassailing is most common in the West Country, particularly in Pilton and Mudgley, Somerset.

Multimedia piece about the Guarani indigenous communities of the south of Brazil

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Brazil's singing Gauchos for the BBC

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Video and stills assignment for Lufthansa Brazil special, in collaboration with Greenpeace

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