Jamie Magnus Stone is a Scottish film director, writer, and animator born on December 15, 1985. He is the son of Scottish broadcaster Sally Magnusson and film director Norman Stone, and grandson of Magnus Magnusson. Stone's interest in film and television began at a young age, and he went on to study at the National Film and Television School.
Stone's early work includes directing BBC's The Village in 2014, as well as working on several other British TV shows for BBC, Channel 4, Sky, CBC, and Acorn. He also directed the innovative film/video-game project Erica for Sony Playstation in 2018.
In addition to his work in television, Stone has also made a name for himself in the world of film. His short film Orbit Ever After, a steam punk space love story, was nominated for a BAFTA in 2014 and went on to win several awards at international film festivals.
Stone's passion for animation is evident in his work, and he has developed his skills in sand animation, winning the MacLaren Award at the Edinburgh Film Festival and Best Animation at BAFTA Scotland in 2008 for his series of Three Minute Wonders, The World According To.
Throughout his career, Stone has continued to push the boundaries of his craft, experimenting with new techniques and mediums. He has lived between Glasgow and London, and has been interviewed by The Guardian and other publications about his work.
Stone's early life was marked by a strong interest in storytelling, and he began making his own films at a young age. He studied film and television at the Edinburgh College of Art, where he made his first films, Flights and Fritz, which were both well-received.
After completing his studies, Stone enrolled at the National Film and Television School, where he continued to hone his skills as a director and writer. His graduation film, Skyborn, was a post-apocalyptic drama that was screened at the BFI and received critical acclaim.
Stone's career has been marked by a number of notable projects, including his work on Doctor Who series 12 and 13, as well as his direction of several British TV shows. He has also written and directed several short films, including Orbit Ever After and Sh-Boom, which was premiered at the NFTS' Stars of Tomorrow Screening at BAFTA.
Throughout his career, Stone has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and creativity, experimenting with new techniques and mediums to tell unique and engaging stories. He has built a reputation as a talented and versatile director, and his work continues to be celebrated by audiences and critics alike.
