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Russell Leak

Russell Leak

Senior CSM
Northampton

Summary

A results-driven leader with over 30 years of experience in broadcast TV, real-time 3D graphics, business development, and operations management. I have a proven track record of driving operational excellence, and delivering complex, high-stakes projects on time and within budget. Combining deep technical expertise with strategic vision, I excel at transforming workflows, optimizing team performance, and fostering sustainable growth.

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Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior PreSales Consultant/CSM

Vizrt
01.2022 - Current
  • Consultant for key accounts, channel and sports customers on a wide variety of Vizrt products
  • Delivered PreSales demonstrations and consultancy
  • Sports products evangelist
  • CSM Lead EMEA
  • Advised key accounts on strategy
  • CEO Award for content creation

Freelance Consultant & Business Development Leader

Self-Employed
01.2010 - 01.2022
  • Strategic consultant and project leader for top-tier clients in broadcast, sports, and esports industries
  • Spearheaded growth strategies for Idonix Ltd., securing new business and expanding Unreal Engine Plugin offerings
  • Delivered operational excellence for Tottenham Hotspur F.C., managing XPression, Carbonite, and Dashboard workflows for stadium and live broadcasts
  • Delivered every BBC Election since 2005, driving seamless execution across multiple election cycles and regions
  • Designed and delivered live production and graphics projects for high-profile esports, sports, and broadcast clients
  • Conducted Ross Video training for global teams, enhancing skillsets and operational efficiency

Founder & Managing Director

Brainstorm 3D Graphics Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Established and scaled a successful business specialising in real-time 3D graphics distribution and services
  • Grew the business to £1 million in annual revenue within five years
  • Secured a four-year election graphics contract with BBC News
  • Managed relationships with marquee clients, including Reuters, ITV, Epic Games, and CNBC
  • Designed and executed strategic business roadmaps, driving operational and revenue success

Freelance Consultant & Operator

01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Provided marketing, PR, and technical consultancy for leading broadcast organizations, alongside freelance vision mixing and graphics operations
  • Directed and operated live productions for Cisco Systems, BT, and Channel 5
  • Delivered technical marketing strategies for For-A and Brainstorm eStudio, influencing product positioning and sales
  • Promoted innovative tools such as touchscreen sports telestrators for enhanced engagement

Sales & Marketing Manager

FOR-A UK Ltd.
01.1990 - 01.2000
  • Oversaw UK and European sales operations, staff management, and market expansion initiatives
  • Increased European business by 25% and drove £900k in new UK sales in the first year
  • Sold the first DigiWarp virtual studio in the UK, establishing a market-leading position
  • Successfully managed cross-functional teams, optimizing performance and aligning goals with business objectives

Education

Video Production, Editing, Directing, Multi-camera Directing -

National School of Film and Television

Television Engineering - undefined

Royal Television Society

Skills

Strategic planning

Musician

Guitar, singing and performance

Timeline

Senior PreSales Consultant/CSM

Vizrt
01.2022 - Current

Freelance Consultant & Business Development Leader

Self-Employed
01.2010 - 01.2022

Founder & Managing Director

Brainstorm 3D Graphics Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2010

Freelance Consultant & Operator

01.2000 - 01.2005

Sales & Marketing Manager

FOR-A UK Ltd.
01.1990 - 01.2000

Television Engineering - undefined

Royal Television Society

Video Production, Editing, Directing, Multi-camera Directing -

National School of Film and Television

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