Holly Willis
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2019 |
Director, Writer, Producer & Editor
Film |
All That's Left Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2019 |
1st A.D & Art Department
Film |
Mdeay Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2019 |
Editor
Television |
We Are Who We Are Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2019 |
Editor
Film |
I, Florentina Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2019 |
Sound Recordist & Foley Assistant
Film |
7AM Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2019 |
1st A.D & Art Department
Film |
The Good and the Wicked Norwich University of the Arts |
|
2018 |
Runner
Television |
The Real Housewives of Cheshire Creative Nuts |
|
2018 |
Intern
Commercials & Industrials |
Nemorin Nemorin |
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2018 |
Runner
Commercials & Industrials |
Our Tesco Family Nemorin |
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2018 |
Producer & Editor
Online & Multimedia |
Insubordination Norwich University of the Arts |
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2018 |
Producer
Film |
SADBOY Norwich University of the Arts |
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2017 |
Editor
Television |
Our Body's Mind Norwich University of the Arts |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2019 | Film and Moving Image Production | Norwich University of the Arts |
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About me
I am a Year 3, Film and Moving Image Production student at Norwich University of the Arts, graduating in July 2019. I love everything that falls under Film and Moving Image Production, but my skills lie within; producing, directing and editing.I started University with a passion for editing, but as I have experimented over the past few years, I have also fallen into producing and directing. I adore finding the perfect locations and actors to fit within a narrative, as I truly believe that with these two elements perfect, it really contributes to the story.
I have interned for a corporate and commercial company called, Nemorin, worked on a runner shoot for Creative Nuts on The Real Housewives of Cheshire and have worked with the university as a Student Ambassador, Student Rep and Student Interview Assistant. All of the roles I worked as were completely different, but it gave me the platform to meet new and creative people, which has always been important to me. Being given the opportunity to work on a professional set for The Real Housewives of Cheshire’s opening titles, was very reassuring as the way the day was operated, was similar to how we have been trained at NUA. Therefore, I am confident that I would be able to adapt quickly when working within the industry, as I feel the standard that I have been taught at is of high and professional quality.
I have always been involved in both creative and analytical writing since a very young age. English-based subjects have always been a strength of mine, which I believe has only grown stronger during my time in education. For instance, I believe when reading over a script or looking at anything in the pre-production process, you need to have both a creative and logistical mindset. Will this be riveting and interesting enough for our target audience? Is these feasible with our budget and schedule? Additionally, I am always ready to give creative criticism and my feedback on a piece of work when it is presented to me. The incredible pieces of moving image that we are lucky enough to have today, do not achieve their successes by going with the first idea that comes to mind. Each film or TV programme is re-written again and again at each stage of production – which cannot happen without creatives putting their heads together to further the production’s potential. Therefore, I believe I can contribute to this process as I am not afraid to voice my creative opinions.
Furthermore, with this mindset comes my passion for producing. I enjoy nothing more than being the ‘middle man’ and getting the opportunity to speak with all areas of development, as well as being an organiser. I have always been involved in teams from many drama productions to being an event co-ordinator for our degree shows, to production teams in university. With all of this, comes a great deal of confidence and knowing how to speak with different groups of people. However, I feel there needs to be a balance between confidence and also being likeable at the same time – you are more likely to get what you set out to do if you can make the other person feel at ease and earn their trust. This is a skill I pride myself on, as not only do I feel I am confident enough to represent a company, but I believe I have the skills to be approachable and be trusted by people in the team as well as outside of it.
What I will take away from my university experience is the understanding and skillset I have in all areas of moving image. As an aspiring producer, I have always felt it was important to have knowledge of all departments – and what better way to learn than to physically get involved? Although I feel my strengths lie within directing, writing, producing and editing, I have also given sound, cinematography and production design a try. I feel this has benefited me as a creative individual, as I haven’t narrowed my skills to one job role – hence why I believe this is the industry I belong in, as I am adaptable to anything thrown at me.
My aim for this year has been to work hard on my final year film, as well as working for NUA as an ambassador. I won’t say the clichés of why I wish to be hired in this industry, “I am an organised, hard-working and a good team player.” Although I believe I am these things, I can also offer an extra mind and pair of hands, as I am always willing to get involved and would not be the person that sits around and waits to be told what to do. I think it’s important to think on your feet and be proactive. I believe this is what I can hopefully offer to future employers!
I personally love watching an idea go from some scribbles on a piece of paper, to a piece of moving image that is visually pleasing as well as relatable, enjoyable and emotional for an audience to watch – hence why I wish to be a part of such a creative industry.
Examples of my work (short drama films, documentary, photography...) can be found on my portfolio website (www.hollywillisportfolio.wordpress.com) or on my instagram- @hollyw_film.
Referees:
On request.
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Director |
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Job Titles | Unit Production Manager, Production Coordinator, Production Supervisor, Production Support, Researcher, Photographer, Retoucher, Props Assistant / Support, Locations Assistant, Production Manager, Creative Director, Events Management / Support, Content Producer, Casting Director, Casting Assistant, Post Production Producer, Post Production Assistant, Video Editor, Script Supervisor / Coordinator, Showrunner, 3rd AD (Assistant Director), 2nd AD (Assistant Director), 1st AD (Assistant Director), Studio Producer / Director, Production Assistant (PA), Line Producer, Producer, Director, Script Editor, Writer, Script Writer, Colorist, Post-Production Management / Support |
Years in industry | less than a year |