John Murray

John Murray is the Managing Director and founder of Crossing the Line Productions, an Emmy award-winning documentary production company based in Mayo, Ireland.14 He established the company in 1993 to document the first Irish Everest Expedition.1 Murray has directed over 30 films for leading international broadcasters and produced 70 other films with prominent Irish and international directors.5

Before founding Crossing the Line Productions, Murray graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a degree in Zoology and worked as a presenter and reporter for RTÉ, Ireland's national broadcaster, on various science, environmental, and health programs.5 He co-authored Lonely Planet's first Ireland Travel Survival Kit and made his first film in 1991 about the first Irish expedition to attempt an 8000-meter Himalayan peak.5

Under Murray's leadership, Crossing the Line Productions has become known for creating highly crafted documentaries on subjects ranging from wildlife to science and history.14 The company has received numerous accolades, including Emmy Awards, Irish Film & TV Awards, and international recognition at prestigious festivals like Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival and Wildscreen.2

Murray continues to be actively involved in the company's productions, often taking on roles as a director and cinematographer for various projects.3 His work has taken him to remote locations around the world, including Everest, the North Pole, and across Siberia and the Sahara.5