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Alex Connolly

Alex Connolly

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

Versatile and detail-oriented filmmaker with hands-on experience in narrative and commercial productions. Applying eight years of practical filmmaking across a multitude of genres and different types of media, combined with eight years of academic theory learning of film. Skilled across the full production pipeline including directing, cinematography, editing, and set coordination. Strong technical proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and practical knowledge of on-set operations, with a keen understanding of visual storytelling, character development, and production logistics. Recognized for collaborative spirit, problem-solving mindset, and calm efficiency in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Videographer & Editor

Unitemps
Liverpool
05.2025 - Current
  • Filming and editing BNAC and LJMU Nepal cultural event, supported by Liverpool Nepalese Society.
  • Captured traditional dances, cuisine, and informative talks for audience engagement.
  • Produced two video variations to suit different platforms, one focusing on detailed storytelling for their website, and the other on rapid highlights, which were more for social media usage.

Videographer for the Liverpool Centre for Cultural, Social, and Political Research and the UK Malaysian University Consortium at LJMU.

  • Crossing Borders was a project designed to complement the inaugural KL Metal Mayhem festival (UK edition). Bringing together academics, international collaborators, and locals, boosting the awareness of heavy metal culture from Asian and African countries.
  • Maintaining a visually versatile approach to filming with tracking shots, via a gimble of the presentations and performances of the event.

SA

Entertainment partners
06.2019 - Current
  • Appearing in various film sets for both films and Tv shows around the Northwest as a background artist.
  • “World On Fire” Feb 2019 (4 days)
  • The English Game, April-July 2019 (11 days).
  • The Irregulars, Nov 2019 – March 2020 (4 days).
  • Get Even, August 2019 (1 day).
  • “Sexy Beast” Sep-Nov 2022 (6 days).
  • A Gentleman in Moscow, April 2023 (2 days).
  • Fool Me Once, May-June 2023 (2 days).
  • The Mill, May 2023 (4 days).
  • Protection, August 2023 (1 day).
  • "House of Guinness" 2025 (4 days).

Runner

Schuh
London
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • As a 3rd AD I assisted in high-profile commercial production by coordinating equipment transport, talent movement, and crew requests .Facilitated communication among departments such as camera and hair-makeup to ensure smooth shoot progression..
    Supported on-set logistics through prop setup, wardrobe adjustments, and timely task execution.

Camp photographer & councsellor

Camp Canada- Camp Merrywood
Perth, Ontario , Canada
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted campers aged 6 to 36 years with disabilities in engaging activities.
    Captured photographs of camp events and camper interactions.
    Documented special moments for families and for social media use.

Advertising intern

Maypole Bakery
Malta
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assisted in conceptualising, directing, and editing short-form branded videos for social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook.
    Adapted content through various editing techniques to align with audience expectations for each platform.
    Supported pre-production processes, including storyboarding and scripting, as well as production tasks such as camera operation and direction.
    Contributed to post-production efforts by editing, re-editing, and enhancing transitions and typography.
    Utilised eight years of experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Animate for video editing, stabilisation, colour grading, and visual effects.
    Collaborated with cross-cultural teams to meet tight deadlines while ensuring clear communication throughout the editing process.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Production

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool
01-2022

A-Levels - Film and Media

Liverpool Media Academy
Liverpool
01-2019

GCSEs - Highschool

Chesterfield Highschool
Liverpool
01-2017

Skills

  • Video editing
  • Camera operation
  • Storyboarding
  • Content creation
  • Color grading
  • Cross-cultural collaboration
  • Project management
  • Audience engagement
  • Time management
  • Visual storytelling
  • Social media strategy
  • Editing skills
  • Video editing software proficiency
  • Digital media production
  • Setting up equipment
  • Innovative thinking
  • Digital video production processes
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Lighting techniques
  • Audio mixing and editing
  • Cross-departmental cooperation

Certification

  • Applied Skills for a Sustainable Media Industry Module: BAFTA albert – 04/04/25
  • [Area of certification] certified

Hobbies and interests

  • Cinephilia
  • Documentary and candid photography
  • Urban and portrait shoots
  • Post-production experimentation
  • Travelling
  • Combat Sports
  • Football

Timeline

Videographer & Editor

Unitemps
05.2025 - Current

Runner

Schuh
10.2024 - 10.2024

Camp photographer & councsellor

Camp Canada- Camp Merrywood
06.2024 - 08.2024

Advertising intern

Maypole Bakery
05.2022 - 07.2022

SA

Entertainment partners
06.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Media Production

Liverpool John Moores University

A-Levels - Film and Media

Liverpool Media Academy

GCSEs - Highschool

Chesterfield Highschool
Alex Connolly