I’m Natasha Hawthornthwaite but life is short so just call me Tash Hawth. I’m curious, caring and a little bit nosy. If I was a drink i'd be a really well crafted cup of tea, none of this milk-goes-in-first business. Have a word with yourself.

I don’t just make films that look good, I make them feel good too, including the people that I work with. I make sure everyone in the room feels connected, supported and listened to.

I grew up on a council estate and graduated top of my class at University. My Fiancée calls me a 'pocket rocket' but I just think I'm a grafter who absolutely loves what she does. 

My mum always said if you're gonna do something proper then do it yourself.  So 10 years ago I founded my own production company to make stuff happen. Filmmaking has taken me to some incredible corners of the world and seen me work for some amazing brands.

As a working-class lass from Lancashire I feel fortunate to have been able to work on some incredible stuff and I know the importance of giving back, which is why I founded the not-for profit, Doc North.

I'm a people person. I don't just hide behind the camera. I get into every corner of the room and get to the heart of every story to make work that's human, relatable and really gets you in the gut.