Director's Works
HAF charity, Those Who Dream Frankie Spence
Frankie Spence is a gifted and versatile director, photographer and producer whose work centres on illuminating, relatable stories that explore universal truths about human character, relationships and community. A graduate of London College of Communication, her graduation short Mother Is the Name of God in the Eyes of a Child screened at Tate Lates and was shortlisted for both Ciclope’s Student Award and 1.4. The film offers a sensitive and poignant portrayal of a teenage single mother and her daughter, exploring the emotional complexities of single parenthood and its impact on children.
Born and raised in South London, Frankie has directed and shot across film, documentary and commercial work, collaborating with brands and platforms including Patagonia, Nike, Spotify, New Wave Magazine and Netflix. She has also worked behind the scenes on major streaming productions such as Sex Education and Supacell. Her documentary short Those Who Dream: HAF Charity Programme—developed through visits to London youth centres—screened at Young Space and highlights youth creativity, nutrition and empowerment through community-led storytelling.
Alongside her directing practice, Frankie has a strong background in casting and talent discovery. She is the founder and co-founder of All Things Scene, a dynamic creative platform and casting agency dedicated to championing authentic voices, building creative communities and bringing genuine characters to life through casting, events and the arts.
Operating from youth centres across the London Borough of Camden, the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is a community-led initiative providing children and young people with access to physical and creative activities, alongside free meals during school holidays. Visiting seven of the 48 youth centres involved, director and photographer Frankie Spence explores the programme’s impact, working closely with children, youth workers, and parents to document the creativity and sense of community it fosters.
