Our Team

Anna ensures that the Academy remains innovative, inspiring and cutting edge. Whether dealing with the Academy’s day-to-day running, business development or the distribution of films made by LFA students, graduates and partners, Anna is always looking for the best ways to grow the work LFA produce. Alongside her role as LFA’s Joint Principal she has produced and executive produced hundreds of motion pictures including 'The Summer House' (starring Robert Pattinson and Talulah Riley, which was no.1 on the iTunes sales charts in UK, USA and Canada and within first 10 in France and Germany on its first day) - list of credits on IMDB.

Anna is the mastermind behind the extraordinary number of special events, masterclasses and educational programmes that LFA conducts at film festivals and schools worldwide. She was named one of the 30 prominent Londoners with Polish roots featured in the ‘London Creatives: Polish Roots’ exhibition at the Museum of London (October 2009), celebrating the role that Londoners of Polish origin have played in the capital's cultural scene (presented by the Polish Cultural Institute).  Anna is also a trustee of Concordia Foundation (music and arts charity that builds bridges through music and the arts). 

Daisy is from a family of artists, writers and filmmakers, and grew up spending as much time as possible in cinemas, cutting rooms and dubbing theatres. Although a maths graduate, Daisy decided not to pursue a career in numbers but to enter the film & TV industry. She finds that her grounding in mathematical thought, which combines form and pattern with logic, has enhanced her own approach to filmmaking.

After working for four years in production on a leading series for Channel 4, then briefly on Richard Eyre’s film 'Iris', Daisy decided to return to being a student, this time of filmmaking. Unable to find a course that met her expectations and requirements, Daisy co-founded the LFA. In addition to co-running one of the most innovative and dynamic filmmaking schools in the UK, Daisy has produced and directed three short films, including 'The Summer House' (starring Robert Pattinson and Talulah Riley).

Whether you’re looking to specialise in screenwriting, documentary, directing or filmmaking, Simon’s here to help you make the best decisions for your career. As Vice Principal, Simon leads our outstanding Diploma Courses, working closely with the Joint-Principals, tutors and students managing course content and delivery to guide you through your time at LFA.   

Simon moved into the film industry working with First Light and Screen West Midlands where he looked after a number of filmmaking initiatives and talent schemes. In his time looking after these schemes, he commissioned and produced a number of award-winning shorts and animation projects as well as nurturing a host of emerging filmmakers who have since progressed to direct and produce successful features and primetime television shows.  In his previous role at Creative England, Simon project managed Film Nation Shorts - a leading filmmaking initiative of the Cultural Olympiad - which encouraged young people aged 16-25 across the UK to make short films, the best of which were screened at venues across London in 2012.

Alice ensures the BA course runs smoothly, and will be your first port of call for any queries or requests regarding the BA course.  She has a background in film theory and history, and is obsessed with rom-coms.  She completed a PhD at King’s College London on the European reception of contemporary Hollywood romantic comedy.

As the Coordinator of our multi-disciplinary Diploma Courses, Matthew ensures that you are getting the most out of your time with us at LFA. Matthew works closely alongside the Diploma Course Leader and is a key contact for any student considering the diploma courses making sure you pick the right course for you. His ability to bring his film theory knowledge into the practical environment of the academy to support future filmmakers provides students a great start to their filmmaking career.

Matthew joined us in September 2013 after graduating with a degree in Film and Sociology and an MA in Film Studies. The epitome of a film enthusiast, Matthew avidly consumes a number of films on a weekly basis and is always eager to discuss his recent watches.

Joseph is the first point of contact for BA students queries and welfare, he ensures everything runs smoothly. He also runs a supplementary course on Film History with Alice Guilluy, BA (Hons) Filmmaking Leader. He has a background in film theory and philosophy, having completed his PhD in Film Studies at King’s College London. Joseph is an overall sci-fi nerd, and has published academic articles on female astronauts, aliens and tentacles in Film & TV.

Lincoln leads our Filmmaking Certificate and will be your point of contact for any questions, queries or requests related to this course. He has a wealth of technical and creative knowledge that he shares with his students to enhance their filmmaking journey. The Filmmaking Certificate provides the perfect launchpad for your career into the film industry, giving you an invaluable grounding in the basic principles of filmmaking.

Lincoln joined LFA following a degree in Fine Art, a postgraduate Diploma in Cinematography and a Masters degree in Cinematography from the National School of Film and Television. He has shot many documentaries and promotional videos and has worked on a range of award-winning shorts. As Director of Photography his first feature film 'Sugar Sugar' won the best newcomer award at the Raindance Film Festival.

As Course Coordinator, Lottie helps ensure that the Diploma courses run smoothly and that you're getting the most out of your time here at LFA.

A film enthusiast, Lottie started making short films, often enlisting family members to act for her, when she was nine. Her love of storytelling and scriptwriting led her to the BA Creative and Professional Writing at the University of Nottingham.

Lottie enjoys interacting with students in a friendly and approachable way. Born and educated in Paris in the French system until she was eighteen, she is fluent French speaker and understands the additonal challenges of studying in a new country and the importance of feeling supported and 

Josh organises all the wide range of short courses we provide at LFA and is first point of contact for any questions or requests relating to them.

He has a Masters in Contemporary Film Culture with a particular interest in the relationship between memory and cinema

Here to welcome you with a smile as soon as you step through our doors, Salome personifies our vision to provide a personable and friendly experience during your time at the academy. As Admissions and Front of House Leader she is likely to be your first point of contact with the LFA, whether on the phone, by email or in person. Salome will be on hand to answer any questions and point you in the right direction to find a course that suits your ambitions. 

Salome has come to us from a international school where she supported and advised hundreds of students on how to reach their dreams. Having always been a film enthusiast, she has joined LFA to return to her early passion for cinema and to continue on her journey of helping even more students achieve their goals.

Alastair is a former diploma graduate from the London Film Academy, since finishing the course Alastair has been working as a freelance filmmaking making video commercials for various companies, along with recently writing and directing his own project “Osteopathy”, he returns to LFA to offer support and guidance to the newer diplomas.