MEET THE FOUNDER
Red Deer Media was founded in 2025 by Pat Conway, following nearly 30 years’ experience in the media industry.
Pat’s journey began with a Media Production degree from Bournemouth University in 1994. Like many entering the industry at the time, he juggled freelance roles with other work until securing his first full-time position as a compliance editor at Granada Sky Broadcasting. There, he gained a deep understanding of editing fundamentals - preparing archival content for modern audiences and the rapidly emerging digital platforms.
His editorial career progressed through increasingly creative and technically advanced roles, including work in various promo teams and freelance editing at Ascent Media. During this time, Pat worked with clients such as Channel 5, Discovery, and On Demand. A pivotal moment came when he joined the On Demand Group, where he helped migrate workflows from tape-based to digital systems, sparking a passion for post-production technology.
"Red Deer Media is a consultancy built on decades of hands-on experience and executive leadership. It offers practical, strategic support to businesses, creatives, and organisations navigating the next phase of a fast-changing media landscape."
As the company transitioned into Vubiquity, Pat moved into management, becoming Head of Production and later Director of International Post Production and Creative Services. These roles expanded his expertise into strategic leadership, financial planning, and international operations across the UK and EMEA.
After 12 years at Vubiquity, and in the midst of a challenging period for the global media industry, Pat stepped away to reflect on the future. Inspired by time spent walking his soppy old labrador, Luke, through the Woburn Estate - and accompanied by the red deer that roam there - he founded Red Deer Media.
Vison &
Mission
At Red Deer Media we embrace clients of all sizes–from independent content creators to global media organizations. We are deeply collaborative and begin by listening intently and observing closely, diving deep into our clients' unique challenges and pain points. This careful analysis allows us to craft bespoke strategies that are tailored to each organization's specific needs. We design targeted interventions that not only improve overall business functionality but also provide clear strategic direction to individual team members. By understanding the nuanced ecosystem of each client, we create transformative strategies that unlock potential, streamline operations, and drive meaningful progress
Our consultancy is built on a simple yet powerful philosophy: technology should serve the business, not the other way around. We strive to design solutions that not only drive business ambitions, but also support the holistic growth of individuals and teams. From streamlined workflows to flexible working models, every recommendation we make is designed to create sustainable, meaningful progress.
In an industry that never stands still, Red Deer Media stands for innovation with intention–where technological advancement and personal development go hand in hand.