Pip Short started his career in front of the camera before moving behind the scenes. A stint as assistant floor manager on All Creatures Great And Small was followed by a time as location manager, on films such as Little Voice. This was followed by a spell as assistant director on prestigious projects such as The Knock or the BBCs 1995 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. As a director Short has worked extensively on television soap operas, directing multiple episodes of EastEnders, Emmerdale, Brookside, and Hollyoaks, as well as both writing and directing for Coronation Street.