Matthew McCann
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2010 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
Tourist TV 12Yard Productions |
|
2010 |
Assistant Producer
Film |
'A Dream in My Heart' (Man City FC Film) Stewart Sugg / Endemol Sport |
|
2009 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
Word Play Lucky Day TV |
|
2009 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
Battle of the Brains Shine North |
|
2008 |
Assistant Producer Casting/Location Finding
Television |
A Place in the Sun Home or USA Freeform Televison |
|
2008 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
Battle of the Brains Shine North |
|
2008 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
You've Been Framed Granada Television |
|
2007 |
Researcher
Television |
Soapstar Superstar Granada Television |
|
2007 |
Assistant Producer
Television |
University Challenge Professionals Granada Television |
|
2007 |
Researcher
Television |
University Challenge Granada Television |
|
2007 |
Researcher
Television |
The Book Quiz Granada Television |
|
2006 |
Researcher
Television |
You've Been Framed Granada Television |
|
2006 |
Researcher
Television |
Bullseye Granada Television |
|
2006 |
Researcher
Television |
Ant & Dec Saturday Night Takeaway Granada Television |
|
2006 |
Runner
Television |
Soapstar Superstar Granada Television |
|
2005 |
Runner
Television |
The Big Call Granada Television |
|
2005 |
Runner
Television |
Stars in Their Eyes Kids Granada Television |
|
2005 |
Runner
Television |
Destination Three BBC Manchester |
|
2004 |
Runner
Television |
That Olympic Summer BBC Manchester |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2002 | MA: English Lit/Film & TV | The University of Glasgow |
1998 | 2 A'Levels Media & English Lit | Liverpool Community College |
1998 | BTEC in TV & Film Production | Liverpool Community College |
Equipment
My Equipment/Kit:
I can use:
About me
Assistant Producer with experience and interest in the following genres; Sport, Entertainment (Quiz Shows/Factual/Clip Shows/Saturday night studio shows) and Documentaries.Experience of working on both live and pre recorded productions.
Recently finished on Endemol Sport's documentary film 'Blue Moon Rising' following Manchester City FC throughout their eventful 2009/10 season (Due for release in cinemas in August)
I have an excellent knowledge of popular culture, mainstream and niche television programming, and the important needs of film, audio and interactive audiences.Throughout my career, I've worked hard to produce visually rich and entertaining programmes that captivate the viewer.
As an AP I strive to exercise diplomacy and discretion whilst leading a team, calmly and effectively judging conflicting priorities, and respecting the confidentiality of my colleagues when required.
KEY SKILLS
- Self Shooting on PD150/170, Z1, EX1
- Directing Single and Multi Camera
Crews in sequences with contributors
- Edit Producing
- Final Cut Pro self editing
- Developing to commision
- Question writing/verifying for Quiz
Shows
- Script writing
- Casting all ages (from children to
pensioners)
- Experience of filming on location (in
the UK and abroad) and in studio
- Archive research, sourcing and
clearing video, audio and stills for
broadcast and exhibition
- Contributor Finding/ Location Managing
- Establishing and maintaining good
working relationships with
contributors over long periods of time
Referees:
James Roberts - Endemol Production Executive 'Blue Moon Rising'
Andrew Nicholson - Executive producer 'Battle of the Brains'
Ros Atille - Series producer 'Word Play'
Contacts available on request
Additional information:
*Programme Development: Proven ability to generate and develop ideas, strands, items and stories, into successful shows, especially in developing items/games/rounds for entertainment programmes and co-ordinating run thoughs. Can easily adapt to different production environments and research systems and easily establish effective working relationships with new colleagues. Can successfully transform creative impulses into reality and feel comfortable adapting to the ever changing priorities one faces within the television industry.
*Interviewing/Research/Contributor Casting Skills/Question Writing: Skilled in all research methods for television/film development and production. Archive/Historical Research, Action Research, Audience research, Event Surveys and ad hoc research. Expertise in contributor research and casting and preparation/writing of scripts, programme treatments, proposals and briefs question writing and verification, location research, story/format development.
*Location research: Skilled location finder for shooting locations, especially around Manchester and the North West.
*Fast and proficient IT: Highly developed I.T and Keyboard skills, extensive experience in the use of all Microsoft Office packages and research tools such as Sigma, Infax and Factiva.
*People/Communication skills: Proven ability to lead a team, exercising diplomacy and discretion, calmly and effectively judging conflicting priorities, and respecting the confidentiality of my colleagues when required. Widespread experience of booking and briefing presenters, celebrities, auditioning and interviewing talent, teams and contestants and casting contributors for shows.
*Teamwork: I can work successfully both alone or as part of a team and understand the crucial importance of teamwork towards the creation of a successful production.
License & Passport
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Secondary Job Title | AP (Senior) |
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Job Titles | Producer, Line Producer |
Years in industry | 3 to 6 years |