Derek Marks
television
2014 - CURRENT
DREAMLINES - Cruise 1st TV & CruiseAway Producer & Presenter
Presenting exclusive worldwide cruise and stay holidays, both in the UK and Australia. Studio and location shows, sharing cruise brand knowledge and worldwide cruise port information. Includes location filming from cruise ships and live presentations. Derek hosted a 'Cruise with Derek' in 2022 on board MSC Meraviglia, with another planned in late 2024. CruiseAway Australia also joined the party and are broadcasting daily with shows presented by Derek. WATCH A SHOW
2014 - CURRENT
PAVERS SHOES - Presenter
Main Presenter for Pavers Shoes, appearing for their former TV channel and current online channels. Showcasing many different themed footwear and accessory collections, dreaming up show ideas as well as fashion clothing ranges such as Klaas and Autonomy. Derek also hosts Facebook Live events, and films on location internationally. WATCH A SHOW
2014 - CURRENT
ON AIR MEDIA - Presenter & Producer
Derek has worked with independent studio On Air Media for a number of years, producing and presenting a number of other client shows. (click on titles to see the show) PRICE CRASH TV l CARE AND COMFORT l SLEEPY HEAD PET BEDS l RETRO SWEET CLUB l ALL STAR DISCS l JOOLZEES PUPPET THEATRE l CRUISEAWAY AUSTRALIA I DSTV
2019-2023
GEMPORIA - Gems TV Presenter
Derek returned to Jewellery auction channel Gems TV after a decade to present fast-paced reverse auctions of genuine gemstone Jewellery and homewares. Presenting the overnight shows on Gems, as well as sister channels LifeStyle, HobbyMaker and JewelleryMaker
2019 - 2022
HOCHANDA GLOBAL - The Craft Store (now Create and Craft) Presenter
Derek joined the team at this popular Hobbies, Arts and Crafts Channel. Presenting a wide range of crafting products, working with guest presenters who inspire with a variety of imaginative projects across many mediums WATCH A SHOW
2017 - 2019
IMMEDIATE MEDIA - JewelleryMaker TV Presenter
Freelance TV Presenter, appearing with guest designers - presenting and demonstrating Jewellery making supplies and techniques. WATCH A SHOW
2016 - 2019
IMMEDIATE MEDIA - Sewing Quarter Launch Consultant and Presenter
Part of the launch project team for The Sewing Quarter TV channel - working on translation of popular craft magazine titles to TV maintaining brand look, feel and values. Advising on presentation, strategy, training, studio and product selection. Played matchmaker for talent for the on-air team, bringing John Scott back into fashion. Also appeared on screen with test show formats and continued presenting for the channel. WATCH A SHOW
2017 - 2019
PRICE CRASH TV - Presenter & Producer
Reviving the format of Price Crash TV over a decade after it first appeared on UK TV screens. Presenting, producing and demonstrating household and gift items. WATCH A SHOW
2009 - 2016
TJC / THE JEWELLERY CHANNEL Presenter
Host for LIVE auction TV Channel featuring Jewellery, Gifts and accessories in a fast-paced format. Also collaborated in merchandising, product design and worldwide location reporting for the channel. WATCH A SHOW
2010 - 2014
VISION CRUISE / HOLIDAY AND CRUISE CHANNEL Presenter & Producer
Instrumental in bringing this cruise agency to TV within a few weeks in 2010. Devised and collaborated on show formats and style. Main presenter for cruise holiday sales presentation shows, both in studio and on location on cruise ships. WATCH A SHOW
2012
ACE TV Presenter
Presenter for show of collectables with expert Gary Ashburn, as well as demonstrating various novelty products.
2008 - 2010
DM TV News and Current Affairs Presenter
Presenter for 'Shine!' lifestyle magazine show. Also hosted topical panel format 'Spotlight'. Bulletin Newsreader. WATCH A SHOW
2010
IDEAL WORLD TV Guest Presenter
Demonstrator for a new range of household products for this Home Shopping Channel.
2007 - 2009
GEMS TV Presenter
Presenter for this Jewellery auction shopping channel. One of the first regular faces to appear when the channel secured some of the earliest Freeview teleshopping slots. WATCH A SHOW
2007
JML DIRECT Guest Presenter
Demonstrator for new cleaning product 'Doktor Power' for TV commercial and store POS video. WATCH IT HERE
2004 - 2007
YES PRICE CRASH TV Presenter
Launch and Anchor Presenter for Yes TV/Price Crash TV and Gemtique brands. After recording of a single infomercial for a halogen heater on a trip to the studios, Derek became one of the launch team for this discounting 'price dropping' style channel. Producing live, unscripted sales presentations and high-repeat demonstration of household and lifestyle products. WATCH A SHOW
online tv and promotions
2020 l CRAFTER'S COMPANION l Online TV Presenter/Producer
Host for the Crafter's Companion digital TV channel, Crafter's TV. Presenting crafting products, with in-depth demonstrations from the team of guests. WATCH A SHOW
2012- 2018 | COMPLETE MEDIA SERVICES | Presenter
Lead presenter promoting the video and media services company. Available for corporate messages, webinars and advertising features SEE A VIDEO
2012 - 2018 | CANDU MEDIA | Presenter/Voiceover
Voice over artist for various infomercial product videos for a range of international brands such as Robert Dyas, Giles and Posner and Salter. Also voiced UK TV commercial for YouFrame.
2007 - 2015 | VIDEOTILE | Web Video Presenter
Hired for various corporate clients as a web video presenter, to bring promotions and key messages to life. He has appeared for many campaigns including Vodafone, AstraZenica. Also web host for a variety of e-learning courses.
2011 - 2013 AO.COM | Consultant/Presenter
Derek worked with ao.com on their 'Appliances Online' review formatting. Collaborated with the AV team on approach overhaul, changing methods and style of the customer review offering to increase engagement and uplift. Also engaged to refresh demographic templates and working with the team of review presenters to improve techniques.
2007 - 2009 | STUDIO GIFTS | Presenter, Producer and Consultant
Assisting a new AV team on a web sales format for the Express Gifts, Studio and Kleeneze brands in video content. Also placed and mentored presenters, delivering significant sales uplift in various categories.
radio
2018 - 2020 ROCK RADIO (Gibraltar) Programming and Management Consultant
2010 - 2014 THE BAY (now Heart Lancashire and Cumbria Presenter
Presenter for Saturday lunchtime show, trebling existing audience (source: rajar) and awarded 'ON AIR CONTRIBUTION AWARD' from the station in recognition of client sponsored shows from around the region.
2007 - 2012 INRIX TRAFFICLINK Travel Reporter & Information Editor
Broadcasting traffic and travel news to BBC and Commercial Radio Stations. Appearing on BBC local radio stations, as well as national such as Jazz FM, TalkSport, LBC and the former Highways Agency/Traffic Radio.
2004 RED ROSE MAGIC 999 (Lancashire) Presenter
Swing Presenter for this commercial radio station for Lancashire
2000 - 2004 DUNE FM (Lancashire & Merseyside) Presenter
Weekend breakfast show presenter, progressing to the stations' weekday breakfast show
2002 - 2004 LIVER FM (Liverpool) /CHORLEY LOCAL RADIO / BARROW LOCAL RADIO / HITS FM Knutsford Presenter
Trial 28 day RSL radio stations in Northwest England
2002 - 2005 KIT KAT RADIO / HOLIDAY ROCK FM Presenter
Presenter for the in-house radio station for Blackpool Pleasure Beach
2002 AA VODAFONE ROADWATCH Traffic and Travel Broadcaster
1997 - 2000 WISH FM (now Greatest Hits Radio) Webmaster
Created launch website for new local radio station for Wigan and St Helens
live event host & compere
Cruise with Derek 2 - The Caribbean - Cruise 1st TV 11 night 'Cruise with Derek 2' (2024)
Cruise with Derek I - The Med Adventure - Cruise 1st TV 7 day 'Cruise with Derek 1' (2022)
Sewing Quarter TV Press Launch - Immediate Media - Compere/Interviewer (2017)
The Jewellery Channel Customer Appreciation Events - Central London - Compere (2009-2016)
Line Dance for Macmillan - Charity Compere (2003-2012)
The Lune Valley Country Fair - Lancashire - Compere (2011)
The DIY and Gardening Show - Earls Court. London - Compere (2007)
Marks and Spencer - Store Events Live Compere (2006-2008)
The Southport Travel and Leisure Show - Live Host (2004)
GolfWorld in the Park - Southport - Live Host (2004)
The 2004 Southport Flower Show - Gardener's Question Time Presenter (2004)
Thwaites Brewery Trade Fair - Live Compere, Blackpool (2003)
2014 - CURRENT
DREAMLINES - Cruise 1st TV & CruiseAway Producer & Presenter
Presenting exclusive worldwide cruise and stay holidays, both in the UK and Australia. Studio and location shows, sharing cruise brand knowledge and worldwide cruise port information. Includes location filming from cruise ships and live presentations. Derek hosted a 'Cruise with Derek' in 2022 on board MSC Meraviglia, with another planned in late 2024. CruiseAway Australia also joined the party and are broadcasting daily with shows presented by Derek. WATCH A SHOW
2014 - CURRENT
PAVERS SHOES - Presenter
Main Presenter for Pavers Shoes, appearing for their former TV channel and current online channels. Showcasing many different themed footwear and accessory collections, dreaming up show ideas as well as fashion clothing ranges such as Klaas and Autonomy. Derek also hosts Facebook Live events, and films on location internationally. WATCH A SHOW
2014 - CURRENT
ON AIR MEDIA - Presenter & Producer
Derek has worked with independent studio On Air Media for a number of years, producing and presenting a number of other client shows. (click on titles to see the show) PRICE CRASH TV l CARE AND COMFORT l SLEEPY HEAD PET BEDS l RETRO SWEET CLUB l ALL STAR DISCS l JOOLZEES PUPPET THEATRE l CRUISEAWAY AUSTRALIA I DSTV
2019-2023
GEMPORIA - Gems TV Presenter
Derek returned to Jewellery auction channel Gems TV after a decade to present fast-paced reverse auctions of genuine gemstone Jewellery and homewares. Presenting the overnight shows on Gems, as well as sister channels LifeStyle, HobbyMaker and JewelleryMaker
2019 - 2022
HOCHANDA GLOBAL - The Craft Store (now Create and Craft) Presenter
Derek joined the team at this popular Hobbies, Arts and Crafts Channel. Presenting a wide range of crafting products, working with guest presenters who inspire with a variety of imaginative projects across many mediums WATCH A SHOW
2017 - 2019
IMMEDIATE MEDIA - JewelleryMaker TV Presenter
Freelance TV Presenter, appearing with guest designers - presenting and demonstrating Jewellery making supplies and techniques. WATCH A SHOW
2016 - 2019
IMMEDIATE MEDIA - Sewing Quarter Launch Consultant and Presenter
Part of the launch project team for The Sewing Quarter TV channel - working on translation of popular craft magazine titles to TV maintaining brand look, feel and values. Advising on presentation, strategy, training, studio and product selection. Played matchmaker for talent for the on-air team, bringing John Scott back into fashion. Also appeared on screen with test show formats and continued presenting for the channel. WATCH A SHOW
2017 - 2019
PRICE CRASH TV - Presenter & Producer
Reviving the format of Price Crash TV over a decade after it first appeared on UK TV screens. Presenting, producing and demonstrating household and gift items. WATCH A SHOW
2009 - 2016
TJC / THE JEWELLERY CHANNEL Presenter
Host for LIVE auction TV Channel featuring Jewellery, Gifts and accessories in a fast-paced format. Also collaborated in merchandising, product design and worldwide location reporting for the channel. WATCH A SHOW
2010 - 2014
VISION CRUISE / HOLIDAY AND CRUISE CHANNEL Presenter & Producer
Instrumental in bringing this cruise agency to TV within a few weeks in 2010. Devised and collaborated on show formats and style. Main presenter for cruise holiday sales presentation shows, both in studio and on location on cruise ships. WATCH A SHOW
2012
ACE TV Presenter
Presenter for show of collectables with expert Gary Ashburn, as well as demonstrating various novelty products.
2008 - 2010
DM TV News and Current Affairs Presenter
Presenter for 'Shine!' lifestyle magazine show. Also hosted topical panel format 'Spotlight'. Bulletin Newsreader. WATCH A SHOW
2010
IDEAL WORLD TV Guest Presenter
Demonstrator for a new range of household products for this Home Shopping Channel.
2007 - 2009
GEMS TV Presenter
Presenter for this Jewellery auction shopping channel. One of the first regular faces to appear when the channel secured some of the earliest Freeview teleshopping slots. WATCH A SHOW
2007
JML DIRECT Guest Presenter
Demonstrator for new cleaning product 'Doktor Power' for TV commercial and store POS video. WATCH IT HERE
2004 - 2007
YES PRICE CRASH TV Presenter
Launch and Anchor Presenter for Yes TV/Price Crash TV and Gemtique brands. After recording of a single infomercial for a halogen heater on a trip to the studios, Derek became one of the launch team for this discounting 'price dropping' style channel. Producing live, unscripted sales presentations and high-repeat demonstration of household and lifestyle products. WATCH A SHOW
online tv and promotions
2020 l CRAFTER'S COMPANION l Online TV Presenter/Producer
Host for the Crafter's Companion digital TV channel, Crafter's TV. Presenting crafting products, with in-depth demonstrations from the team of guests. WATCH A SHOW
2012- 2018 | COMPLETE MEDIA SERVICES | Presenter
Lead presenter promoting the video and media services company. Available for corporate messages, webinars and advertising features SEE A VIDEO
2012 - 2018 | CANDU MEDIA | Presenter/Voiceover
Voice over artist for various infomercial product videos for a range of international brands such as Robert Dyas, Giles and Posner and Salter. Also voiced UK TV commercial for YouFrame.
2007 - 2015 | VIDEOTILE | Web Video Presenter
Hired for various corporate clients as a web video presenter, to bring promotions and key messages to life. He has appeared for many campaigns including Vodafone, AstraZenica. Also web host for a variety of e-learning courses.
2011 - 2013 AO.COM | Consultant/Presenter
Derek worked with ao.com on their 'Appliances Online' review formatting. Collaborated with the AV team on approach overhaul, changing methods and style of the customer review offering to increase engagement and uplift. Also engaged to refresh demographic templates and working with the team of review presenters to improve techniques.
2007 - 2009 | STUDIO GIFTS | Presenter, Producer and Consultant
Assisting a new AV team on a web sales format for the Express Gifts, Studio and Kleeneze brands in video content. Also placed and mentored presenters, delivering significant sales uplift in various categories.
radio
2018 - 2020 ROCK RADIO (Gibraltar) Programming and Management Consultant
2010 - 2014 THE BAY (now Heart Lancashire and Cumbria Presenter
Presenter for Saturday lunchtime show, trebling existing audience (source: rajar) and awarded 'ON AIR CONTRIBUTION AWARD' from the station in recognition of client sponsored shows from around the region.
2007 - 2012 INRIX TRAFFICLINK Travel Reporter & Information Editor
Broadcasting traffic and travel news to BBC and Commercial Radio Stations. Appearing on BBC local radio stations, as well as national such as Jazz FM, TalkSport, LBC and the former Highways Agency/Traffic Radio.
2004 RED ROSE MAGIC 999 (Lancashire) Presenter
Swing Presenter for this commercial radio station for Lancashire
2000 - 2004 DUNE FM (Lancashire & Merseyside) Presenter
Weekend breakfast show presenter, progressing to the stations' weekday breakfast show
2002 - 2004 LIVER FM (Liverpool) /CHORLEY LOCAL RADIO / BARROW LOCAL RADIO / HITS FM Knutsford Presenter
Trial 28 day RSL radio stations in Northwest England
2002 - 2005 KIT KAT RADIO / HOLIDAY ROCK FM Presenter
Presenter for the in-house radio station for Blackpool Pleasure Beach
2002 AA VODAFONE ROADWATCH Traffic and Travel Broadcaster
1997 - 2000 WISH FM (now Greatest Hits Radio) Webmaster
Created launch website for new local radio station for Wigan and St Helens
live event host & compere
Cruise with Derek 2 - The Caribbean - Cruise 1st TV 11 night 'Cruise with Derek 2' (2024)
Cruise with Derek I - The Med Adventure - Cruise 1st TV 7 day 'Cruise with Derek 1' (2022)
Sewing Quarter TV Press Launch - Immediate Media - Compere/Interviewer (2017)
The Jewellery Channel Customer Appreciation Events - Central London - Compere (2009-2016)
Line Dance for Macmillan - Charity Compere (2003-2012)
The Lune Valley Country Fair - Lancashire - Compere (2011)
The DIY and Gardening Show - Earls Court. London - Compere (2007)
Marks and Spencer - Store Events Live Compere (2006-2008)
The Southport Travel and Leisure Show - Live Host (2004)
GolfWorld in the Park - Southport - Live Host (2004)
The 2004 Southport Flower Show - Gardener's Question Time Presenter (2004)
Thwaites Brewery Trade Fair - Live Compere, Blackpool (2003)
