About
Matthew Pickett
An experienced runner. My creative intelligence aids in bringing out the creative vision of projects alongside developing strong relationships. I am seeking to take the next step and look to further develop my practical skills within the camera and producing departments.
ScreenSkills Training Passport
Matthew Pickett has completed the following modules within the ScreenSkills Training Passport.
Experience
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Podcast Producer
As the Producer of the "Behind the Headlines" podcast, I am responsible for identifying and securing a diverse range of guests, including experts, influencers, and local leaders, to provide insightful and engaging content for each episode. I oversee all aspects of episode production from concept to completion, including planning, scripting, recording, and editing. In collaboration with community organizations and local initiatives, I ensure their messages are effectively communicated and reach a broader audience. My role involves developing compelling and relevant content that aligns with current events and audience interests, ensuring each episode is timely and impactful. I utilize audio recording and editing software to produce high-quality episodes, maintaining a consistent standard of excellence. Additionally, I coordinate schedules, manage timelines, and ensure all episodes are released according to the production calendar. By monitoring listener feedback and analytics, I continuously refine and improve content to increase listener engagement and retention.
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1st Team Video Analyst
Camera support officer for Grimsby Town home matches for the 2022-23 season, coordinating as a small team both on the touchline and gantry, this experience requires a developed understanding of sporting tactics discussed with the first team primary sports analyst, alongside constant awareness to changing formations and events on the pitch.
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Teaching Video Assistant
Working alongside Mickey Parsons at PQA, I assist with the video teaching program, focusing on educating young people about the early stages of filmmaking. My responsibilities include helping to set up and manage the film set, ensuring a safe and productive environment for learning. I provide hands-on guidance to students, teaching them the fundamentals of filmmaking, from scriptwriting and storyboarding to filming and editing. By fostering a collaborative and creative atmosphere, I support students in developing their technical skills and creative confidence, helping them to bring their ideas to life on screen.
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Production Assistant
During my tenure as a Production Runner on the short film "Our Neighbour’s Ass," I assumed a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and flow of the set. Working closely with the lighting rig department and the main producer, I coordinated efforts to maintain an efficient workflow throughout production day. My responsibilities encompassed overseeing the punctual arrival and organization of supporting artists on set. I meticulously managed key documentation related to their involvement, ensuring it was accurately catalogued and promptly conveyed to the relevant heads of department. In addition to my administrative duties, I provided essential on-set support to the lighting rig team and various technical departments, contributing to the seamless execution of filming schedules and production tasks. The film featured acclaimed actors Maureen Lipman (The Pianist) and Bryan Sampson (The Bay), underscoring the importance of my role in maintaining an organized and effective set environment. My experience as a Production Runner not only honed my logistical and coordination skills but also reinforced my commitment to contributing positively to every aspect of film production.
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Production Assistant
I served as the Sound Recordist and Production Assistant for the short film Think Twice, Don't Carry a Knife. In my role as Sound Recordist, I was responsible for capturing high-quality audio on set, ensuring clarity and consistency across all scenes. I managed and maintained all sound equipment, including microphones, boom poles, and recorders, and worked closely with the director and other crew members to achieve the desired sound aesthetic. In addition to my sound responsibilities, I took on various tasks as a Production Assistant, contributing significantly to the efficient execution of this low-budget project. I supported director Rich Tipple with numerous logistical needs, including equipment setup, transportation, and on-set coordination. My role also involved handling errands and solving on-set issues, which facilitated smooth day-to-day operations.
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Photographer/Videographer
Assisting and help with the development of a short theatrical stage project involving technical displines such as photography, set dressing, costume designer, and sound mixing as part of Michelle Jamieson Final Major Production, Darkness Unleashed due for regional performance at The University Centre in Grimsby in May 2024
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Production Assistant/Researcher
All Town Aren't We, Supported the production in many aspects of preparation, shoot and post-production, including booking venues, sourcing interviewees, historical research and stills photography. My responsibilities on the project have grown considerably throughout my involvement with it.
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Production Assistant
Assisted in production support during the final preparations of filming in the Lincolnshire area, roles included assisting in body double casting, production liaisons, stills photography and production advertising roles, this helped me to develop production skills in PR department, alongside communicating with creative talents.
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Director/Camera Operator
I was made personal director of the Humber Business Awards 2023, showcasing the best businesses in the Northern Lincolnshire region, collaborating with James King, Oliver Wood, and in collaboration with The Grimsby Institute for Further Education, I was working with the client to capture the events and awards, this includes working and coordinating with the main team at the location alongside my fellow operators to capture the proceedings, the final edit was well received by the community of award recipients.
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Assistant Camera Operator
I supported Christopher Curtis working as an assistant camera operator working on filming commercial advertisements to be distributed throughout the Phillips 66 network, these adverts covered on behalf of the company Renewable Fuels, Humber Zeo, Batteries, and Gigastack, the opportunity allowed me to demonstrate personable skills between clients and connectively work with other creatives within the area on a shared shoot.
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Camera Operator
Assisted in providing camera support on commercial shoots, this involved time-lapse dealing with changes and manual patience of equipment and changes of exposure and ISO rates, the client is happy with the current process of the production in filming.
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Production Assistant
I served as a production assistant and additional make-up assistant to the SFX team, my primary responsibility was coordinating with Supporting Actors and extras to ensure that the general production flow of crew was upheld at all points of productions across late-year filming, other roles included general site closure for filming key scene and that disturbances were restricted, stills photography was also taken by myself at points during filming.
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Director
Aided in producing and directing first promotional content on behalf of Shines Band, primary roles included self-shooting, prep set up and editing, and colour grade to final production, in addition to splicing video into sectional output videos for client release campaigns for an upcoming gig
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2nd Assistant Camera Operator
I served as an assistant 2nd camera operator on the opening night of Dougie Wheat’s feature release, roles included behind-the-scenes photography of guests and the general public, alongside commercial marketing filming of the event for brand sponsors which will be applied in the final market documentary, also coordinated with the talent to conduct side interviews that will go into final production night documentary that will be shared on Ambition Films platform.
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Video Analyst
Camera support officer for Grimsby Town home matches for 2022-23 season, coordinating as a small team both on the touchline and gantry, this experience requires developed understanding of sporting tactics discussed with the first team primary sports analyst, alongside constant awareness to changing formations and events on pitch
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Production Assistant
Assisted in the production office on Three Day Millionaire and on set from time to time, which massively developed my skills. The film was subsequently bought by Netflix.
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Camera Operator
Three Day Millionaire Opening Night, Serving as opening night camera operator, the objective relayed capturing key moments from the evening and speaking with key cast members, producers, and crew relating to the project and helping market the project to larger audiences, my work from the evening was later used on both social channels of Shush Films & Three-Day Millionaire to help promote the film prior to release on Netflix.
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Assistant Camera Operator/Unit Stills Photographer
Working with Samuel Sharp, we collected covering for previous local artists Bright Lights, I supported in providing unit stills on the location that then supported the band's further promotional materials on the social media channels, alongside providing alternative coverage for the main editor of the band's press management to render and edit for the bands delivery of final music video, used to promote their regional talent, this gives me a broader knowledge of connecting with a range of talents and departments to meet short deadline objectives.
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Camera Operator
Camera operator for all Grimsby Town FC home games in the 2021-22 season, as part of a small shooting and editorial team. The work involved rapid adaptation to the progress of the game and conditions, with the pressure always being to ensure that any key incidents in the game were captured on camera.
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Runner
Assisted with prep and shoot on this local corporate project.
Education and training
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Software upskilling for screen professionals
ScreenSkills Funded
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From script to screen: an introduction to how scripted content gets made
ScreenSkills Funded
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Getting into the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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Work well series
ScreenSkills Funded
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ScreenSkills Training Passport
ScreenSkills Funded
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Work well series
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Introduction to sustainability for the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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Introduction to disability, access and inclusion
ScreenSkills Funded
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Safeguarding for all: basic awareness for the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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Trainee Finder 2025/26 launch webinar
ScreenSkills Funded
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CV Building for New Entrants in High-end TV
ScreenSkills Funded
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Lighting for all skin tones
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
ScreenSkills Funded
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Addressing unconscious bias: basic awareness in the workplace
ScreenSkills Funded
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Media sharing
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GDPR and cyber security
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Lone working productivity
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Team collaboration
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Microsoft PowerPoint
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Microsoft Excel
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Microsoft Word
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Introduction to mental health awareness at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Best practices for training in the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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How content gets made
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Freelance life
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Measuring mastery: knowledge test
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Post production
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VFX
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The production office
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Your first day
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Typical working day
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Family tree
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Who is in charge
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Set etiquette
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How the set is run
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Confidentiality
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Mentoring for mentees
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Inclusive hiring for the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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Mentoring for mentors
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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How to perform well in a screen industries interview
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Diversity, equity and inclusion for the screen industries
ScreenSkills Funded
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How to find work in the screen industries
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Safeguarding for all: basic awareness for the screen industries
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How to identify the right role for you in the screen industries
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Introduction to working in the screen industries
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How to apply for work in the screen industries
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Introduction to mental health awareness at work
ScreenSkills Funded
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Ofcom broadcasting code refresher
ScreenSkills Funded
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Trainee Finder: spotlight on locations webinar
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Understanding and managing stress - Children's TV
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High-end TV encouraging good working: in practice
ScreenSkills Funded
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Demystifying the screen industry government tax relief and the changes for 2024
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Content legal workshop with Sophie Argent
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Virtual production case studies for high-end TV: Happy Valley 3 and Good Omens 2
ScreenSkills Funded
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AI for TV development: introduction to generative AI for inspiration, research and assets
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True crime refresher: legal and compliance considerations
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Generating ideas and maximising creative potential
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Networking skills for freelancers
ScreenSkills Funded
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HETV access, approaches and actions foundations training
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The art of sizzles
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Trainee Finder: spotlight on production office webinar
ScreenSkills Funded
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Obs Doc AP: Immersing in remote environments as an outsider
ScreenSkills Funded
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Trainee Finder 2024/25 launch webinar
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Trainee Finder: spotlight on accounts webinar
ScreenSkills Funded
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Equality and inclusion essentials... with Addie Orfila
ScreenSkills Funded
Certificates
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Coronavirus basic awareness on production training
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Work well series
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ScreenSkills Training Passport
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
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Introduction to sustainability for the screen industries
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Introduction to disability, access and inclusion
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Safeguarding for all: basic awareness for the screen industries
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High-end TV encouraging good working: in practice
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The Mark Milsome Foundation - Film and TV Online Safety Passport Course
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
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Lighting for all skin tones
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Introduction to mental health awareness at work
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
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Best practices for training in the screen industries
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From script to screen: an introduction to how scripted content gets made
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Mentoring for mentees
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Inclusive hiring for the screen industries
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Mentoring for mentors
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Work well series
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Addressing unconscious bias: basic awareness in the workplace
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Tackling harassment and bullying at work
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Getting into the screen industries
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Diversity, equity and inclusion for the screen industries
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Safeguarding for all: basic awareness for the screen industries
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Introduction to mental health awareness at work
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