I have just finished a Film BA Hons at Solent University and am awaiting my final results. I have a love for the film industry with a passion centred towards Screenwriting, but greatly enjoy being involved on set and working as part of a larger team.

I plan on continuing my education next year at UWE in Bristol by studying a Masters in Screenwriting, but want to take a year away from education to gain more relevant experience and knowledge surrounding the professional workplace. ScreenSkills has helped me multiple times throughout my degree with its online resources catered to students and those just starting out.

1. Assistant Director

   Cloud House Films · Jun 2021 - Jun 2021

   In June of this year, I worked as an Assistant Director for three days on a short film shoot for Cloud House Films. This was my first time acting as a 1st AD and I enjoyed every second of it. I learned valuable skills in scheduling, communication and teamwork while on set with the other crew members and have established professional relationships with many of the crew as a consequence. Despite it being my first time as AD, I embraced this challenge and as a result many have said I performed brilliantly. I will definitely take the knowledge I gained from this shoot and use it in my future career.

2. Bar Tender

   The Cross Keys, Pangbourne · May 2018 - Dec 2019

   In between my higher education, I worked as a Bar Tender in my local pub, until the COVID-19 pandemic hit. I had responsibilities handling money, being conscious of workplace hygiene and dealing with customers. I feel my social skills surrounding customer service improved tenfold because of this role and I feel very comfortable talking to new customers.

3. Assistant to Producer

   Bedlam Productions · May 2017 - May 2017

   In May of 2017 I was offered the role of Assistant to the Producer on a small weekend shoot for a TV pilot with Bedlam Productions. This was my first time experiencing a film set at just 17 years old. I gained experience in working to deadlines, being focused and always being available to help others on set. This is knowledge that I took forward into my Film degree and that I have retained and improved from my three years of higher education.

4. Sales Assistant

   HMV · Nov 2017 - Dec 2017

   I was a Christmas Temp at HMV in Basingstoke for just over a month. This was my first time working in retail and provided me with experience in customer service. From this role I gained many transferable skills, such as responsibilities handling money, ensuring customer satisfaction with good social skills and working as a member of a team. I loved this job as I also got to expand my love for film and the industry, being around films constantly.

1. BA Hons Film

   Southampton Solent University · Sep 2018 - Jul 2021

   For three years, I studied the BA Hons Film degree at Solent University. From this course I have gained experience by working various roles on film sets and writing my own screenplays. I worked alongside lecturers who ranged from academic novelists to filmmakers and cinematographers that allowed me to gain relevant industry knowledge. I am due to receive my final graduation grade on the 29th July, but am predicted a 1st Class Honours.

2. Foundation Degree Art and Design

   Basingstoke College of Technology · Sep 2017 - Jun 2018

   I attended BCOT studying an Art and Design Foundation degree for a year. Studying for this year allowed me to pinpoint my true interests in film and apply to university with the help of my teachers. This year was essentially my gap year before higher education, but proved useful with improving my illustration and graphic design skills, which I still enjoy as a hobby to this day.

3. A Levels Sixth Form

   The Henley College · Sep 2015 - Jun 2017

   I attended Henley College for my A Levels. Classical Civilisations - C Film Studies - B English Literature and Language - B

4. GCSE Secondary School

   Theale Green Community School · Sep 2010 - Jul 2015

   I attended Theale Green Community School from 2010 to 2015, achieving 9 GCSE's from grades A - C and one BTEC qualification. Drama - A* English Language - A English Literature - A Food and Nutrition - B Mathematics - B Science - B Additional Science - C Geography - B Religious Studies - C Media Studies - Merit at Level 2