Stephen Levy is a motivational keynote speaker, award-winning filmmaker, creative director, and certified life coach. With over 20 years of experience, he helps individuals and organisations embrace creativity, overcome challenges, and achieve success. He has spoken at Lloyds Banking Group, Harris Academy, Renaissance Foundation, and KPMG.
With over two decades of creative industry experience, Stephen refined his craft at Central St Martins and Kent University, gaining expertise in design and filmmaking. His short film Epiphany, inspired by his upbringing in Hackney and the resilience of his Windrush-generation mother, has won global acclaim. He also studied at Mountview Theatre School and worked on TV projects like EastEnders, Judge Dredd, and Desmond’s.
Stephen has supported young people for over eight years as a Renaissance Foundation board member, speaking at schools on creativity and problem-solving. His professional journey includes collaborating with top agencies like VCCP and Ogilvy, leading campaigns for brands like Thomson Reuters and O2. At KPMG, he established and led the motion design and video production teams in the UK and India for a decade, before founding SLTV Studios.
He is the author of two books: Unlocking Your Potential: Goal Setting for Young Professionals and How I Made My Award-Winning Short Film.
Stephen specialises in creative problem-solving, helping individuals and teams overcome obstacles through innovative thinking. With a strong background in storytelling and visual media, he crafts compelling narratives using his expertise in filmmaking and acting. His passion for personal development drives him to empower individuals to set and achieve meaningful goals through motivational coaching. Additionally, his leadership and team-building experience allow him to inspire collaboration and innovation, fostering growth and success within organisations.
Stephen has received numerous accolades for his work in filmmaking and creative leadership. He was awarded Best Director at the International Christian Film Festival (ICFF) and Best Overall Film at the Birmingham Film Festival. His films Epiphany and No Justice, No Peace have achieved global recognition, winning 25 awards and receiving 45 nominations. Beyond filmmaking, his contributions to creative leadership earned him KPMG’s Encore and BEE Awards, highlighting his impact in the corporate sector.
