Samantha Tollworthy

Education

Equipment

My Equipment/Kit: Canon 550D

I can use: Canon 550d, Canon XF305, Sony Z1, Ex1, Ex3

About me

I am a skilled, shooting researcher/AP.

I have produced and directed two of my own films for the One Show with presenters Miranda Krestovnikoff and George McGavin.

I can operate DV cameras - including Sony Z1, EX1 and EX3 as well as the Canon XF305. I have shot for corporate events, whilst working on Help! My House is Falling Down and for the One Show.

I am an extremely organised and self motivated individual. I am able to work effectively and efficiently, as well as maintain excellent time management and resolve problems as they may arise. I am a fast learner and work well under pressure.

I understand the need for flexibility. I am hands on and am not afraid of new or difficult tasks.

I am technically minded and have held positions as Media manager/Data Wrangler.

I have also previously been responsible for:
* Location and contributor research - recceing sites, sourcing experts,reference and fact checking. Including for shoots in Australia and the USA.
* Developmental research and new story ideas.
* Archive research - footage and stills, including news, licenses and clearance, BBC archive - Fabric, Infax, Davina, Gateway.

I enjoy working with others and as part of a team.

Many of the projects I have worked on have surrounded sensitive issues including suicide (One Under, C4), maternal health (Marie Stopes Intl) and young offenders (TBC, BBC Three). Therefore, I am able to deal with a broad array of scenarios and circumstances with tact and the highest level of confidentiality. As a result I am also able to build effective relationships with others and maintain a professional attitude.

I have also completed BBC training courses on Creative Thinking, Editorial Policy, Heath and Safety and Safeguarding Trust.

I have travelled to five different continents. I have a passion for culture and love to learn from others. I have stayed with tribes in Thailand, villagers in the cloud forests of Guatemala and islanders in Sulawesi. I am a PADI Rescue Diver and am able to speak intermediate Spanish. My love for the language even led me to complete extra credits at university. I accept new opportunities with open arms and love to learn and develop.
Referees:
Louise Mason
Producer/Director

Lucinda Axelsson
Series Producer BBC Bristol

Lucy Bowden
Series Producer BBC Bristol
Additional information:
BBC Creative Thinking, Story Telling, Editorial Policy, Health and Safety, Safeguarding Trust courses.

Competent on Final Cut Pro.
Avid Media Composer

Competent with Sony A1, Z1, EX1, EX3 and Canon XF305 cameras

License & Passport

Skills

Secondary Job Title	Researcher (Senior)
Job Titles	Producer, Line Producer, Researcher, Camera Operator, DIT / Data Wrangler, Chaperone / Driver
Years in industry	1 to 3 years