| Laura Taylor
7 Crescent Rise, Barnet, Herts, London EN4 9RR
Tel: 020 8449 0212 Mob: 07984024919
Profile
My current position is a Production Assistant reporting to the Operations Director for Hexus.
Hexus are a research and development company in the technology arena. I have gained invaluable experience and have a real flare to work within the film industry.
I am a confident, self motivated individual who communicates well at all levels. I work well under pressure and have a sound work ethic. People find me to be an approachable and reliable person who adapts well to a changing environment. I am seeking a position with your company as I feel you can offer me the career development and exposure to others, which I have been unable to explore in my current role.
Key skill and Traits
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Administrative and PR experience
· Confident
· Communication and quick learning skills
· Energetic
· Conversant with Microsoft Office, Final Cut Pro CS3, Avid Express Pro and Photoshop CS3.
Education
Barnet College - BTEC ND in Media (2005-2008) - DISTINCTION DISTINCTION DISTINCTION
UNITS: Understanding the Media - DISTINCTION
Research Techniques - MERIT
Media Skills Workshop - MERIT
Professional Practice in the Media Industry - DISTINCTION
Production Management - DISTINCTION
Professional Brief - MERIT
Pre-Production Techniques - MERIT
Understanding Video Technology - DISTINCTION
Shooting Single Camera Drama - MERIT
Video Editing - MERIT
Sound on Screen - MERIT
Writing for Television and Video - MERIT
Designing Graphics and Idents for Screens - MERIT
Animating Images - MERIT
Animation Production - MERIT
Film Studies - DISTINCTION
Advertising Production - MERIT
Corporate and Promotional Video Production - DISTINCTION
Barnet College - Media: Communication and Production (2004-2005) - MERIT
UNITS: Investigating Media Industries - MERIT
Skills Development - PASS
Exploring Media Products - MERIT
Photography Techniques - MERIT
Desk-Top Publishing Skills and Techniques - PASS
Producing Advertisements - MERIT
Queen Elizabeth’s Girls School (1997-2002)
Media Work Experience and Employers
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20 November 2008
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To Date
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Hexus.tv
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Camera Operator / Editor / Photographer / Presenter
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2 January 2008
j 14 August 2007
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8 October 2008
14 December 2007
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Cunning Plan Productions
Spitz
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Casting / Co-Producer / Location Scout / Acting
Camera Operator / Editor / Runner / Gaffer
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4 November 2005
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6 November 2005
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Promax UK 2005
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Runner
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25 August 2005
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29 August 2005
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TVYP
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Directing / Programme Pitching and Scheduling / Editing / Presenting
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21 January 2004
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7 April 2004
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Elstree Studios – Big Brother
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Runner / Security Guard
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Hexus Ltd.
20TH November 2008 – To Date
Production Assistant
Reporting to the Director of Operations.
I am responsible for:
· Filming
· Editing
· Photography
· Presenting
Elstree Studios
Address: Shenley Rd, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1JG Tel: 020 8953 1600
Nature of Work: Runner/Security Guard
Full Time
January 2004 - April 2004
· Fetching and carrying items, such as equipment, tapes and cables
· Transporting cast, crew and production staff between studios and shoot locations
· Helping set up a location for a shoot
· Clearing up after a shoot
· Making tea
· Picking up cast for make-up calls
· Sorting out the kit bags, for example checking that the camera bag contains all the necessary items
· Writing down shot lists
· Controlling the audience
Bowmaker Sharpe
Address: 22a Theobalds Rd, London, WC1X 8PF
Nature of Work: Secretary
Full Time
June 2003 - December 2003
· Answering telephone calls and taking messages
· Assisting visitors
· Typing letters
· Filing, producing and destroying files
Changes Hair Salon, High Barnet
Nature of Work: Stylist
Part Time
September 2002
Hadley Wood Primary School
Nature of Work: Class Room Assistant
Full Time
June 2001 - July 2001
Hobbies and Interests
I am a very confident person who enjoys socialising with friends and meeting new people.
My hobbies include photography, making music, playing the guitar, playing and watching football, going to the gym, reading books and socialising.
I feel I work well under pressure and feel I am reliable, consistent and can handle responsibility.
I work well in groups and feel I am a good team leader.
I am a fast paced person who is always doing something and forever active.
I try to do everything to the best of my ability and easily adapt to environments around me.
I follow instructions well to achieve my goals.
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