Hamish Hamilton

Hamish Hamilton has directed each of the top ten most-viewed shows in U.S. history. He is the only individual to achieve the unique privilege of EGOS status by directing the Emmys, Grammys, Oscars, and the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

Hamish specialises in curating impactful moments that resonate deeply, connecting performers with audiences globally. Whether he is collaborating with Ken® or Kendrick, the Pope or the Queen, his passionate approach is without equal. He brings together a blend of artistic vision and technical innovation that has inspired a generation of directors.

Awarded consecutive Emmy wins two years running in the category of ‘Outstanding Directing For A Variety Special’ in 2023 and 2024 for his work in Rihanna's Halftime Show and the Academy Awards respectively, Hamish also boasts two BAFTAs-one for lifetime achievement in British broadcasting and another for his direction of the 2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony along with 20 other significant nominations.

His quest to tell stories and create defining moments have produced some of the most-watched productions on the planet; The London Olympic ceremonies, 14 consecutive Super Bowl Halftime Shows, 4 Oscar Ceremonies, 10 VMAs, 7 Emmy Awards, 3 Grammys and 17 Victoria Secret Fashion Shows.

Stars like Beyonce, Bono, Usher, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Bruno Mars and Jay-Z turn to Hamish to capture their most ambitious projects with fearless honesty.

“If you need someone to put in television’s most intense, who-knows-what-could-possibly-go-wrong? pressure cooker situations, then Hamish Hamilton is the director you want in the booth.” Deadline Magazine