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Michael Peel is an Associate Professor and Director of Content in Liberal Arts at Regent's University London, where he lectures across undergraduate, postgraduate, and foundation programs. He is also a Senior Fellow with the Higher Education Academy and serves as an External Examiner for both Xi'an Jiaotong/Liverpool University and the University of Wolverhampton.
- Current Position: Associate Professor, Director (Content) Liberal Arts
- Institution: Regent's University London
- Professional Affiliations: Senior Fellow HEA, Certified Da Vinci Resolve Trainer, CAA Remote Pilots License holder
- External Roles: External Examiner for multiple universities
Peel's research focuses on creative practice in film production, with particular emphasis on cinematography, post-production, media management, and the application of new technologies including drone cinematography. His scholarly work includes an article review of Michael Polanyi's 'The Tacit Dimension' published in the 2018 issue of Philological Studies and Research. His creative output demonstrates a strong commitment to both theoretical understanding and practical application in filmmaking.
His filmography shows consistent engagement with festival circuits, with works screened at international venues including Miami International SciFi, Cardiff International, Chicago International Genre, and Cannes Short Film Corner. Peel's creative research approach bridges academic theory with professional practice, creating a unique synergy between his scholarly and artistic pursuits.
- Best Documentary Feature Film - Documentary Screen Awards 2020
- Best Editing in a Documentary - Documentary Screen Awards 2020
- Nominated for Best Cinematography Award - Southampton International Film Festival 2018
- Finalist - New York International Film Awards 2020
As an educator, Peel has developed expertise across film production, cinematography, multi-camera TV studio production, postproduction, color grading, and location-based filming. His professional background includes work with BBC News, BBC Manchester, BBC South, and marketing campaigns for the RSPH. He co-founded BottleRocket Film, a London-based production company that produces dramas, corporate content, and documentaries, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining active professional practice alongside academic work.
Peel maintains several professional certifications including Apple-certified FCPX Trainer and Tiffen-certified Steadicam Operator, reflecting his dedication to staying current with industry technologies and practices. His dual role as practitioner and academic creates a valuable bridge between industry and education in the field of film and media production.

