Ayrton McGurgan
Assistant Producer, Freelance
Ones to Watch 2024
A Freelance Assistant Producer based in Northern Ireland and the man behind The Casting Crew. Ayrton’s bread and butter is finding real people with incredible stories that inform, educate, and entertain audiences while championing regional and underrepresented voices. Ayrton has contributed to notable shows such as the legendary BBC quiz show Mastermind, RTE’s much-loved property series Home of the Year, and the BAFTA award-winning The Repair Shop. Outside work you can find Ayrton cooking up a storm, sipping on espresso martinis, jamming to some tunes, laughing at a comedy club, or being taken for walks by his dog.
With an exceptional eye for story, interest in people and their worlds, and diligence and work ethic, Ayrton is a highly valued and creative producer.
– Emma Walsh, Ricochet, Director of Programmes