Jonathan Blagrove is a production sound mixer and sound recordist based in East Anglia, UK.
Passionate about recording sound for picture, and 20 years’ industry experience working on BAFTA & Golden Globe nominated narrative features, high end TV Drama and award-winning documentaries.
Known for a collaborative and professional approach and his ability to deliver high quality location audio in challenging environments, Jonathan understands the importance of good production sound in helping tell the story.
I have worked with Jonathan on a number of projects and he has always been a delight to work with. The majority of our work together has been on observational documentary, often with vulnerable contributors and not only does he always deliver great sound, he works around any issues that may arise with a calmness that puts both crew and contributors at ease.
Peter Coventry | Series Producer ‘Our Dementia Choir’
Feature Films and TV Drama
| ‘Death in Paradise’ Series: 14 & 15 | Red Planet / BBC | Dir: Leon Lopez, John Maidens, Jenny Paddon, Ian Aryeh Prod: Sue Howells, Ray Mc. Bride |
| ‘Black Noise’ | Blunt Stuff | Dir: Simon Blunt, Prod: Colette Delaney, Mike Knowles |
| ‘Good Luck To You Leo Grande’ | Genesius Pictures | Dir: Sophie Hyde Prod: Debbie Gray |
| ‘Chicken Town’ | Nodge Films / Verve Pictures | Dir: Richard Bracewell Prod: Patrick Dalton & Richard Bracewell |
| ‘Girl in The Video’ (TV Movie) | ITN / Lifetime | Dir: Neil Rawles Prod: Sue White |
| ‘The Undertaker’ | RRB Films / Susceptor Films | Dir: Michael White Prod: Roger Barclay |
| ‘Breaking Infinity’ | Eli Films / EQ Films | Dir: Mariana Dean Prod: Paul Desira |
| ‘The Ghost of Peter Sellers’ (Feature Documentary) | Vegas Media | Dir: Peter Medak Prod: Paul Iacovou |
| ‘Chick Lit’ | Capriol Films | Dir: Tony Britten Prod: Phil Partridge |
| ‘Draw on Sweet Night’ | Capriol Films | Dir: Tony Britten Prod: Katja Mordaunt |
| ‘The Flight of Bryan’ (Feature Documentary) | New Black Films / Red Bull Studios | Dir: James Erskine Prod: Victoria Gregory |
| ‘Benjamin Britten: Peace & Conflict’ | Capriol Films | Dir: Tony Britten Prod: Katja Mordaunt / Anwen Rees-Myers |
| ‘In Love With Alma Cogman’ | Capriol Films | Dir: Tony Britten Prod: Katja Mordaunt |
Drama / Documentary
| ‘The Color of Victory: Heroes of WW2’ | Green Door Pictures / Nat Geo |
| ‘The Toys That Built America’ Series: 2 & 3 | Six West Media / History Channel |
| ‘Alexander’ | Lion TV / Netflix |
| ‘The Man Who Stole The Scream’ | Curve / Sky Documentaries |
| ‘The Machines That Built America’ Series: 2 | Six West Media / History Channel |
Recent Broadcast Credits
| Queen of The Universe | World of Wonder / Paramount + |
| Extraordinary Portraits | Chatterbox / BBC |
| Anyone Can Sing: Opera | Factory Films / Sky Arts |
| War In Europe: Drama In Ukraine | Looks Film / ARTE |
| ‘Paul O’Grady’s Great British Escape: Kent’ | Olga TV / ITV |
| ‘Vicky McClure: Our Dementia Choir’ | Curve / BBC |
Examples of Work
- Extract from ‘Children In Need: Got it Covered‘
- Extract from ‘Vicky McClure: Our Dementia Choir‘
- Extract from ‘Harry’s Heroes: The Full English’
- Selwyn College Choir Performance
- Promo trailer: ‘Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Animals: India‘
- ‘Paul O’Grady For The Love of Dogs: India‘
I’ve worked with Jon all over the world, in extreme weather, with extreme people, wild animals – every potentially disastrous shoot you can imagine. He is always the one you can rely on to keep calm and just get the job done.
He takes his work seriously while seeming entirely relaxed, and knows exactly when to stop and push for better sound, and when to make the best of a difficult situation without interrupting the sync. Editors love his work, because he always goes the extra mile to get atmos, and he makes sure everything is organised and labelled for the edit. He’s the first person I call when I need a sound person, who’s a sound person.
Jill Worsley | Director
Location Sound Equipment
We have a wealth of location audio equipment for all your production needs; whether it’s a simple sit-down interview, a full narrative feature or a multiple contributor reality show we have you covered.
We primarily use Sound Devices mixers and recorders with a selection of Wisycom and Audio Ltd. A10 (with recordable transmitters) radio mics, along with Sennheiser and DPA microphones.
Email [email protected] to discuss your requirements.
Other Services
- Field recording – bespoke sound library recording
- Mobile voice over recording
- Full clean UK driving license and van
- Valid I-Visa (until 2025)
Rates
Our rates are industry standard, based on 10 hour and 12 hour days labour. Equipment package rates are agreed in advance, please feel free to email [email protected] for our recent rate card.
Sound – the bedrock to all great films! Jonathan Blagrove is one of the best sound recordists you will find. Nerdy to the point of perfection. We love it.
Adam Giles | Cambridge FilmWorks
