Arran Shackell
Stevenage,Hertfordshire
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in problem-solving, communication skills, and team building. Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and resourcefulness, well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multitasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Gardener
Greenkeeper Grounds
London, Greater London
05.2022 - Current
- Adaptation to new situations every day
- Demonstrated capacity for rapid learning and adapting
- Performed routine grass cutting and general maintenance across 30+ green spaces and communal areas weekly.
- Completed planning, digging, and weeding of flower beds and borders.
- Used wide range of hand tools, horticultural machinery and industrial equipment
- Applied pesticides and herbicides to reduce infestations by 90% ensuring optimal plant health.
- Identified and carried out seasonal tasks including transporting established plants, autumn law care and mulching.
- Mowed and trimmed lawns for well-manicured garden presentation.
Video Editor/Director
Oaklands College Fashion Course Department
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Led production team for promotional video for Oaklands College Fashion program, attracting students.
- Developed visual narratives, increasing engagement across digital platforms by 40%.
- Collaborated with academic staff and students to align content with college brand.
- Managed post-production, delivering high-quality videos, driving 25% increase in inquiries.
Video Editor/Director
Lamberts Flower Company
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Manage video content from conception to final edit
- Directed video shoots, ensuring smooth execution and efficient use of time and resources
- Ensured brand consistency, improving audience retention.
- Developed content strategies, increasing engagement by 45%.
Videographer
Newsquest
Watford, Hertfordshire
12.2022 - 12.2022
- Live-streamed celebrity interviews and supporting footage.
- Ensured high-quality videos, increasing website viewership by 40%.
- Directed interviews in optimal locations, improving audio and visual clarity.
- Live-streamed news stories from event locations, boosting real-time engagement.
- Edited and produced films, achieving 98% client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with clients to ensure 100% on-brief execution.
Video Editor/Director
Oaklands College Science & Engineering Department
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with faculty, students, and marketing teams to ensure content accuracy, boosting engagement by 40%.
- Managed video production from concept to delivery, maintaining 100% brand alignment.
- Directed on-location shoots, capturing key moments that enhanced student interest.
- Adapted to client feedback, improving final product quality and achieving 95% satisfaction.
Video Editor
AC MEDIA AND FILM
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Streamlined post-production workflow, reducing project completion time.
- Developed visual stories by editing 200+ hours of raw footage, improving viewer engagement by.
- Adapted quickly to client feedback, increasing product quality and achieving 98% client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with directors to achieve desired storytelling effect.
Retail cashier
Tesco
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Enhanced customer service, processing 100+ transactions daily while addressing queries.
- Managed high-pressure situations, serving 50+ customers per hour during holiday season.
- Offered product recommendations based on customer preferences.
- Handled large cash volumes securely, preventing loss or theft.
Education
BA (Hons) - Film and Television (Production)
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, Hertfordshire 09.2020 - 07.2023
B-TEC Level 3: Diploma - Creative Media Production and Technology
Oaklands College
Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire 09.2018 - 07.2020
B-TEC - Production Arts
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School
Stevenage, Hertfordshire 09.2016 - 07.2018
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Quality Assurance
- Social media marketing
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References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Video Editor/Director
Oaklands College Fashion Course Department
06.2023 - 06.2023
Video Editor/Director
Lamberts Flower Company
04.2023 - 04.2023
Videographer
Newsquest
12.2022 - 12.2022
Gardener
Greenkeeper Grounds
05.2022 - Current
Video Editor/Director
Oaklands College Science & Engineering Department
02.2022 - 02.2022
Video Editor
AC MEDIA AND FILM
10.2021 - 10.2021
BA (Hons) - Film and Television (Production)
University of Hertfordshire
09.2020 - 07.2023
Retail cashier
Tesco
10.2019 - 01.2020
B-TEC Level 3: Diploma - Creative Media Production and Technology
Oaklands College
09.2018 - 07.2020
B-TEC - Production Arts
The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School
09.2016 - 07.2018
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