We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the working day: so what was on the menu this morning?

This morning I had a black coffee and a banana.

Sum up what you do at News UK in the shortest sentence possible.

I will be the creative vision for the on air look of TalkTV.

Lay a bit of context on that?

I’m here to oversee the creative vision for the launch of TalkTV and beyond that lead on everything from graphic design, music and studio set design. I’ll also manage the studio crews as well as a helicopter view. I’ll also be the Series Director of Piers Morgan’s new global prime time show.

What attracted you to the role in the first place?

The opportunity to be one of the ‘founding fathers’ of this exciting new network.

What’s the most interesting/challenging part of your job?

The most interesting part currently is designing sets and working with creative teams on music and graphics. The most challenging part is getting it all done in time for launch.

What are the three most important things on your working agenda today?

Working on our graphics. Hiring staff for the new network. Brainstorming ideas with our Executive Editor Winnie Nelson.

Why should people come and work for News UK Broadcasting? 

It’s an exciting place to be, there is a great buzz about this project.

Last book, film, binge watch and sounds you consumed?

Last book I read was ‘Woke up this morning’ a book about The Sopranos

Last film I watched was ‘No time to die’

Last binge was ‘Squid Game’

Last sounds: the proposed theme music for Piers’ show.

Who is your role model? And why?

Honestly, I can’t say I have one.

What is your most treasured possession?

My phone!

Who would play you in the film of your life?

Jack Black.

Last holiday destination? And why?

Barcelona for my 40th birthday.

You’ve won ten million on the Lottery – what do you do?

Fly to the Maldives.

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

Be a flamingo in a flock of pigeons.

What one bit of advice would you give someone wanting to do your job?

Be a TV geek!

Tell us something not many people know about you…?

I had a role as TV director in ‘Bridget Jones’ Baby’ in 2016.

Who would be your three Fantasy Dinner Party guests? And why?

Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David and Mo Gilligan, vecause I love to laugh and these guys are first class!