Phil Heyes
Directing
Phil is a double BAFTA-winning highly accomplished and sought-after multi-camera director based in the US.
A specialist in Live Television, Award Shows, Entertainment programs, and Music events, he has been working in the US exclusively for the last 5 years and has Directed prime-time live shows on all major TV networks.
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His creative approach is from both a visual and editorial point of view, having started his working life as a Producer/Director. His unique creative eye is matched by his team leadership and relationship skills, getting the best sonically and visually out of the extremely skilled crew that he brings to every show he works on.
Phil has a particular vision for music-based performance programs, having started his career at the inception of MTV, he delivers and expects extremely high creative standards.
Phil is the Director of American Idol and Dancing with the Stars. He has filmed award shows for MTV, Nickelodeon, Disney, and iHeart.
Before moving to the US Phil Directed the Brit Awards for over a decade, and worked closely and in conjunction with stars such as Beyonce, Rihanna, Coldplay, Lady Gaga, Ed Sheeran, Adele, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift and Jay Z, to name but a few.
Known for
Amy Winehouse: BBC One Sessions Live At Porchester Hall
March 7, 2007
Oasis: Live in London at the Electric Proms, Roundhouse, 2008
September 1, 2011
Ellie Goulding - Live at iTunes Festival (London 2010)
July 11, 2010
PJ Harvey — BBC Four Sessions (Live at St. Lukes Church)
August 24, 2004
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025
December 17, 2025
Behind the camera6
- 2025iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025 Director
- 2011Oasis: Live in London at the Electric Proms, Roundhouse, 2008 Director
- 2010Ellie Goulding - Live at iTunes Festival (London 2010) Director
- 2009BBC Switch Live Director
- 2007Amy Winehouse: BBC One Sessions Live At Porchester Hall Director
- 2004PJ Harvey — BBC Four Sessions (Live at St. Lukes Church) Director