Digital Orchard appoints Adam Shell as Head of Technology

Member News  |  30 August 2023

Following the continued growth of Digital Orchard’s on-set and post-production services, Adam Shell has joined the company in the newly created role of Head of Technology.

Adam Shell, Head of Technology at Digital Orchard

Based in Chalfont St Giles, Digital Orchard is an industry-leading film and digital service provider offering unique end-to-end workflow and colour-management solutions from capture to post. They provide expert technicians on-set, dailies labs, colourists, picture post and deliverables services to feature film and HETV productions, as well as film scanning alongside processing partners KODAK.

Adam brings to the company a wealth of experience and expertise, having worked in the media production industry for over 20 years. Previously, he has experience supplying workflow software solutions for the production and post industry. In that role, Adam provided technical support to new and existing clients, whilst designing and implementing robust workflows for feature films, high-end television and commercial productions. His strong understanding of NLE and post-production software is invaluable, as is his in-depth knowledge of camera workflow, colour science, editorial, VFX and DI. Adam also has extensive credits as an independent colourist and finishing artist, working on productions ranging from tentpole features to commercials and small budget shorts.

Adam joins Digital Orchard during a period of continued growth for the company. With his vast post-production experience, Adam will play a vital part in the development of the facility and the expansion of its services, further establishing Digital Orchard as a one-stop destination for capture to post.

I’m thrilled to join the Digital Orchard team and be a part of their exciting growth plans. The company’s vision for a unique post-production facility in an idyllic countryside location is compelling and I welcome the chance to be a part of this exciting new chapter.

Adam Shell, Head of Technology at Digital Orchard

Adam could not have joined us at a more exciting time, and it’s a pleasure to have him on board. We are delighted to welcome him to our senior management team and I’m confident we will benefit hugely from the range and depth of his expertise.

Sam Margaritis, Managing Director of Digital Orchard

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