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I’ve worked with Gayle for a few years on Countryfile where filming days are extremely full and challenging. Gayle is always calm, professional and extremely capable. But further to that, she has an exceptionally warm, open and engaging manner with the crew and contributors which greases the wheels of the Countryfile machine and means she gets the best out of everyone.

Ellie HarrisonPresenter - Countryfile

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Gayle was one of a team of directors who planned, scripted, shot and edited these fast turning around programmes. Gayle proved herself to be a highly organised, motivated individual, tackling her schedule methodically and with skill to ensure she was always one step ahead. She has a warm and personable character and brought out the best in our contestants and presenters alike. She has a wonderful sense of humour and this got her through many a tricky situation! She was also an excellent mentor to less experienced team members and offered advice and encouragement where needed.

Alison ShoulsProduction Manager – Bargain Hunt

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Gayle is an extremely versatile, creative and respected director who is well-liked by everyone who works with her. She directs a variety of talent on Countryfile and gets excellent and personal performances from all of them. She works seamlessly with the most in-experienced contributor as well as the more experienced presenter such as John Craven. She thinks visually but also
brings a lot to the table in terms of her writing and edit producing skills. Gayle is an excellent team player and I’d have her on any programme I’m SPing any day of the week.

Joanna BrameSeries Producer - Countryfile

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I have had the pleasure of working as Gayle's researcher on numerous occasions on both Bargain Hunt and Countryfile, and would feel hard pressed to think of another director who brings as much enthusiasm, professionalism and personality to the job as her. What I find most impressive, is that on shoots her attention is not just on the quality of her films, but on the wellbeing of her crew and contributors at all times. Gayle is a real joy to work with and her positivity is infectious!

Rachel BarrieResearcher – Bargain Hunt/Countryfile

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Gayle is a fantastic director and a great team player. She is creative in her thinking and comes up with strong, beautiful, considered films. She seems unflappable, whether she is filming bombs being exploded on a beach in Wales, or edit producing an hour of prime time television in 31/2 days. She is great with people and can put anyone at ease, meaning she’ll always get the best from contributors and presenters alike. If you want a calm, creative, fun and friendly person on your team, look no further.

Rebecca HanmerProducer, Countryfile

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Gayle always has a smile on her face and is completely approachable and willing to help if I have any questions. She is incredibly knowledgeable on sourcing and clearing both BBC and third party archive and has been keen to share this knowledge to help me develop in my own role. She is not fazed by a challenge and is genuinely invested in her work. A great colleague, friend and mentor.

Beccy FinlaysonRunner, Countryfile

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In my role as editor I have had the pleasure of working with Gayle on many occasions. It is not common to find someone to be not only thoroughly organised and prepared for the edit but also a joy to work with. The films I have cut with Gayle have been across a number of genres and have ranged from deeply moving to fun and joyful. What is evident in them all is that she invests totally in the subject of her films and the rapport she creates with the contributors and presenters is clear to see. More often than not they have been made under very tight schedules, but thanks to her being thoroughly across the subject and material, Gayle allows us time to make the best film possible.

David LewisEditor