I’m an assistant producer and investigative journalist specialising in organised crime. I originated, developed and was the shooting assistant producer on a forthcoming Sky News investigative documentary. I have extensive experience in setting up and securing undercover filming.

I am passionate about sourcing and developing interesting stories with striking characters that capture the imagination. I use my background in print journalism to bring a wealth of contacts and detailed research skills to every development and project I work on.

I’m also a self-shooter and have had my shots from drone, FX6 and FS7 broadcast. Other recent work includes being the assistant producer on a Channel 4 Dispatches development on organised crime. I uncovered links between a leading private company and an infamous organised crime group.

Reach me by email at chrisematthews@btinternet.com or on Signal @bychrismatthews.17. See below for a selection of my work:

1 x 60′, SKY NEWS, 2026 | Shooting Assistant Producer

Forthcoming investigative documentary

I originated and developed the idea and secured contributors. I also shot establishing footage on Sony FX6 and drone, and operated a second camera during master interviews on Sony FS7.

CHANNEL 4 DISPATCHES, 2026 | Assistant Producer

Organised Crime Investigation (Development)

A development investigation into organised crime for Dispatches. I identified and secured contributors and whistleblowers, uncovered links between a major UK company and an organised crime group, and carried out stakeouts and drone surveillance.

GB NEWS, 2026 | On-Screen Expert

Alex Armstrong Tonight

Appeared as an on-screen contributor providing analysis of organised crime and major gold heists, drawing on investigative reporting and specialist knowledge of criminal networks.